The Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO) received a $15,000 grant from the IMLAY Foundation which will provide funding for the 7th annual Sensory Friendly concert on Oct 15. This concert series is designed to accommodate those with sensory sensitivities by allowing audience members to freely move about, dance, speak, sing, or vocalize during the performance.
“The Sensory Friendly concerts have been one of the most popular shows since they started in 2015,” said Susan Stensland, Georgia Symphony’s Interim Co-Executive Director. “I am overjoyed that the support of the IMLAY Foundation allows us to continue this tradition, and bring orchestral music to the community”
There will be two performances of the Sensory Friendly concert at the Marietta Performing Arts Center. One performance will be at 10 a.m., and another performance will start at 2 p.m.
An “Instrument Petting Zoo” will be available before and after each concert during which attendees can play and experience a myriad of instruments in the lobby.
The program will include works from:
- Anderson-Lopez/Krogstad’s music from “Frozen”
- Arlen/Hayes’ “Over the Rainbow” from “The Wizard of Oz”
- Berlin/Murtha Irving “Berlin: From Rags to Ritz”
- Bulla’s “007 Through the Years”
- Williams’ “Prayer for Peace” from “Munich”
- Williams/Custer’s highlights from “Jurassic Park”
There will be a Quiet Room for those who need a break from the instrumental sounds.
The IMLAY Foundation was established in 1990, and is dedicated to supporting organizations that “demonstrate the passion, principles, and leadership to create better lives in our communities”.
Marietta Performing Arts Center is located at 1171 Whitlock Ave NW, Marietta, GA 30064.
For more information email info@georgiasymphony.org or call 770-615-2908. Tickets are available at www.georgiasymphony.org.
