
Symphony and Chamber Orchestra
Symphony and Chamber Orchestra
ORCHESTRAS
The School of Music currently offers two orchestral ensembles: the Georgia Tech Symphony Orchestra (GTSO, advanced), and Concert Orchestra (intermediate). Both ensembles are under the direction of Professor Chaowen Ting, maintains a membership of approximately 80-100 students. The orchestra program also provides access to master classes, professional engagements, and recording opportunities. Members enjoy social aspects through informal dinners and parties. Students are encouraged to pre-register for orchestra and then audition.
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (GTSO)
The GTSO performs 4-6 concerts in an academic year. Concerts and repertoire expose participants to a variety of orchestral literature from the Classical through Contemporary periods, including operatic, popular and film music. Participation in the Orchestra broadens students’ skills and experience in performing, understanding and appreciation of great music. Recent works performed include Dvorak Symphony No. 9 “From the New World,” Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5, Brahms Symphonies Nos. 2 & 4, and Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade.
CONCERT ORCHESTRA
Concert Orchestra is the second orchestra at GT, performing ~4 concerts in an academic year. The Chamber Orchestra provides players with a supportive environment in which players develop personal techniques and ensemble skills through practicing, rehearsing, and coaching. Players are explored to Classical symphonic repertoire as well as modern and pop music.
Recent Performance Videos
2020 Performance Collage
2020 Undercurrent Symphony Orchestra Concert
2019 Spring Chamber Orchestra Concert
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