Up Tempo – Fauré Requiem with the ASO comes to Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia, on November 12, 2026. This landmark classical concert event features UpTempo alongside the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in a performance of Gabriel Fauré's transcendent Requiem — one of the most beloved choral works in the Western classical canon. Fans searching for Up Tempo – Fauré Requiem with the ASO Atlanta tickets or Up Tempo – Fauré Requiem with the ASO Woodruff Arts Center information will find everything they need right here.

  • Date: November 12, 2026
  • Venue: Woodruff Arts Center
  • Location/Neighborhood: Midtown Atlanta, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
  • Category: Classical Concert / Live Performance

UpTempo and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in Atlanta

UpTempo is one of Atlanta's most dynamic forces in classical and choral music programming, known for presenting world-class repertoire in ways that engage both seasoned classical audiences and first-time concertgoers. Their collaboration with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra represents the best of what Atlanta's thriving arts scene has to offer — a union of top-tier orchestral talent and bold programming vision that consistently draws packed houses at Woodruff Arts Center.

The centerpiece of this November 12 concert is Fauré's Requiem in D minor, Op. 48 — a work composed between 1887 and 1890 that stands apart from the dramatic tradition of requiem masses. Where composers like Verdi filled the form with fire and fury, Fauré chose luminous serenity. The result is a piece of extraordinary emotional depth, marked by gentle harmonies, floating soprano lines, and a sense of peaceful transcendence that moves audiences to tears as often as it moves them to silence. Hearing it performed live by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is a fundamentally different experience from any recording.

Atlanta fans who have followed UpTempo's programming over the years know that this ensemble brings a level of preparation and interpretive intelligence to every performance. The group's commitment to connecting Atlanta audiences with serious, substantive classical music makes this concert essential viewing for anyone who cares about the city's cultural life. This is the kind of event that defines a season.

Inside Woodruff Arts Center: What to Expect on November 12, 2026

Woodruff Arts Center sits at the heart of Midtown Atlanta on Peachtree Street NE, making it one of the most accessible and iconic cultural destinations in the Southeast. The campus is home to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's primary performance hall, and the acoustic environment is purpose-built for the orchestral and choral repertoire featured in this concert. The hall delivers rich, full-bodied sound that allows every section of the orchestra and every voice in the ensemble to register with clarity and presence.

Midtown Atlanta is a vibrant, walkable neighborhood with dining options ranging from pre-show cocktail bars to full sit-down restaurants within easy walking distance of the venue. Arriving early is always a smart move — both to take in the neighborhood atmosphere and to get settled before the performance begins. The Woodruff Arts Center campus itself is beautifully maintained, and the lobbies and common areas provide a welcoming environment for patrons arriving from across the metro area.

For attendees using public transit, the Arts Center MARTA station is located directly adjacent to Woodruff Arts Center on the Red and Gold lines, making it one of the most MARTA-accessible major venues in Atlanta. Parking is also available nearby in structured decks along Peachtree Street. Dress code for performances at Woodruff tends toward smart casual to formal, though the venue welcomes all audience members who come ready to listen and enjoy.

Tickets and What You Need to Know

Demand for high-profile Atlanta Symphony Orchestra events at Woodruff Arts Center is consistently strong, particularly for landmark choral works like the Fauré Requiem. Classical concerts of this caliber draw loyal subscriber audiences as well as first-time attendees, and premium seats move quickly once availability is announced. Anyone planning to attend the Up Tempo – Fauré Requiem with the ASO on November 12, 2026 should secure their tickets well in advance.

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Whether you are attending the Fauré Requiem for the first time or returning to a work you have loved for years, this November 12 performance at Woodruff Arts Center is an event worth planning around. Lock in your seats through atlticket.exchange — Atlanta's peer-to-peer ticket marketplace — and make sure you are in the room for one of the most meaningful concerts of the 2026 season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy Up Tempo – Fauré Requiem with the ASO tickets in Atlanta?

Tickets for Up Tempo – Fauré Requiem with the ASO at Woodruff Arts Center on November 12, 2026 are available through atlticket.exchange, Atlanta's peer-to-peer ticket marketplace. The platform connects local buyers and sellers for Atlanta events, offering a reliable and straightforward ticket-buying experience for classical concerts and beyond.

Is Woodruff Arts Center accessible by MARTA?

Yes. Woodruff Arts Center is directly served by the Arts Center MARTA station on the Red and Gold lines, making it one of the easiest major Atlanta venues to reach without a car. The station is steps from the main entrance, and trains run regularly from both downtown and the northern suburbs, making MARTA a practical and stress-free option for concertgoers coming from across the metro area.

What is the Fauré Requiem, and why is it significant?

Gabriel Fauré's Requiem in D minor, Op. 48 is a French choral masterwork composed in the late 19th century. Unlike traditional requiem settings, Fauré's interpretation emphasizes consolation, beauty, and spiritual peace rather than fear or judgment. It is widely regarded as one of the most emotionally moving works in the choral repertoire, and hearing it performed live by a full orchestra and professional ensemble — as in this November 12 concert at Woodruff Arts Center — is an experience that resonates long after the final note.