Southern Crescent Symphony Orchestra Presents “Remembering,” a Free Concert at Spivey Hall
MORROW, GA — The Southern Crescent Symphony Orchestra is inviting the community to experience an evening of music, reflection, and remembrance during its upcoming concert, Remembering, on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at Spivey Hall on the campus of Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia.
Admission is free, offering Clayton County residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy a live orchestral performance at one of metro Atlanta’s premier concert venues.
An Evening of Music That Tells a Story
Music has a remarkable ability to preserve memories, celebrate history, and honor the people and places that shape our lives.
The Southern Crescent Symphony Orchestra’s Remembering concert will explore that connection through orchestral works composed to commemorate significant people, places, and events.
Under the direction of conductor Dr. Richard Bell, the orchestra will present a program featuring celebrated compositions alongside an original work honoring a respected Georgia music educator.
Featured Musical Selections
The evening’s program includes:
Jupiter from The Planets — Gustav Holst
An American in Paris — George Gershwin
Suite from Victory at Sea — Richard Rodgers and Robert Russell Bennett
Irish Suite — Leroy Anderson
Encore! — Richard Bell
Antiphon (In Memory of Ed Davis) — Jacob Lee
Audiences can look forward to a range of musical styles, from the sweeping orchestral sounds of Holst to Gershwin’s musical portrait of Paris.
A Special Tribute to Georgia Music Educator Ed Davis
One of the evening’s highlights will be the premiere of Antiphon, an original composition by Dr. Jacob Lee, assistant professor of music at Clayton State University.
Commissioned by the Southern Crescent Symphony Orchestra, the composition honors the late William Edward “Ed” Davis, a respected music educator, conductor, and co-founder of Tara Winds, an adult community band established in 1988.
Davis helped shape generations of musicians and contributed to the growth of music education throughout Georgia.
Dr. Lee’s composition reflects Davis’s musical legacy through prominent wind instruments and melodies influenced by traditional music from the British Isles.
The performance will offer a special opportunity to celebrate the lasting contributions of a local music leader.
Supporting Music and the Arts in Clayton County
The Southern Crescent Symphony Orchestra brings together professional musicians, music educators, students, and community performers who share a commitment to presenting quality orchestral music throughout metro Atlanta’s Southern Crescent.
Its performances help make classical music accessible to local audiences while providing opportunities for musicians to share their talents.
Hosting this free concert at Spivey Hall gives residents another opportunity to experience the cultural and artistic offerings available right here in Clayton County.
Event Details
Event: Remembering — Southern Crescent Symphony Orchestra
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Spivey Hall, Clayton State University
Address: 2000 Clayton State Boulevard, Morrow, GA 30260
Admission: FREE
Parking: Free parking is available directly in front of Spivey Hall.
Accessibility: Spivey Hall is wheelchair accessible.
Concert Information: https://www.scsymphony.net/concerts
Spivey Hall Parking and Directions: https://spiveyhall.org/visit/parking-directions/
Whether you are a longtime classical music enthusiast or attending an orchestral concert for the first time, Remembering offers an opportunity to enjoy an evening of music in Clayton County.
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