Athens Regional Symphony

Athens, GR 🇬🇷

The music of Athens, Georgia, includes a wide variety of popular music and was an important part of the early evolution of alternative rock and new wave. The city is well known as the home of bands such as R.E.M., Widespread Panic, The B-52's and several long-time indie rock groups. The city is the home of the Athens Symphony Orchestra and WUOG, the radio station of the University of Georgia (UGA). Much of the modern Athens music scene relies on students from UGA. UGA sponsors Western classical performances and groups specializing in other styles.