Bring the Kids to the Symphony!

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) invites you and your family to experience the wonderful escape into the world of classical music. There is something for all ages to enjoy — from the very young to the very young at heart.

First, the Music for the Very Young Series returns on February 22 with Fiesta de Musica, celebrating the musical heritage and culture of Latin America. Bring your dancing shoes and join the party in the Rich Theatre at the Woodruff Arts Center. And on May 16, Zip, Zing, Pow will explore percussion instruments of all shapes and sizes introduced through very silly versions of some of your family’s favorite nursery rhymes. Music for the Very Young is designed specifically for children 5 and under to enjoy a traditionally staged performance, while participating in exercises in melodies, harmonies and rhythms. These programs are a wonderful way to plant the seed for a lifelong love of music.

Atlanta Symphony Hall, photo by Jeff Roffman

For families with children ages 6 to 12, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Family Concert Series presents Presto Mambo on March 22 in Atlanta Symphony Hall. Associate Conductor Stephen Mulligan leads the ASO in a program produced by Platypus Theatre that will also explore the music of Latin America. The show will take an unexpected turn when Max — an energetic but impulsive young boy — makes his way onto the stage to help the orchestra. Soon Max is on a whirlwind adventure that takes him from the concert hall to the vibrant lands of Latin American culture where — with the help of his new friend, Mambo the dog, the orchestra and the audience — Max learns the magic of Latin rhythms and how to dance with the music! For more information and tickets, visit aso.org/ Family.