SOUNDNOW

CONTEMPORARY MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026

JANUARY 24 - FEBRUARY 1

DUE TO inclement weather, the following performances have been canceled:

January 24: Ayres & Graces and the Atlanta Contemporary Music Collective

January 25: Scibelli Duo and Atlanta Contemporary Ensemble

January 31: smol ensemble and Terminus Ensemble

Please check back concerning the status of the February 1 concert featuring Bent Frequency. A decision on moving forward with this concert will be determined on the morning of February 1.

We regret any inconvenience but wish to keep all performers and audience members safe during potentially hazardous winter weather. Thank you for your understanding.

SoundNOW is thrilled to once again proudly present the very best in classical contemporary music as performed by Atlanta’s premiere new music ensembles. From January 24 - February 1, 2026, Atlanta audiences will once again have an opportunity to experience an incredible week of contemporary music as many of Atlanta’s best new music ensembles come together for a dynamic showcase of the city's vibrant new music scene! 

This year, we’re excited to present four ensembles making their SoudNOW debuts: the Atlanta Contemporary Music Collective, Ayres & Graces, the Hera Trio, and the Kruziki + Toulouse Duo! They will be joining our returning groups: the Atlanta Contemporary Ensemble, Bent Frequency, Chamber Cartel, Majid Araim, neoPhonia New Music Ensemble, the Scibelli Duo, smol ensemble, and Terminus Ensemble!

It will be another full week of wildly eclectic musical styles and chamber experiences performed by some of the finest musicians in the United States! 

We look forward to once again supporting contemporary classical music and the artists that create and bring it to life! 

SOUNDNOW GALLERY | 2025

Check out reviews from past festival performances!

• JANUARY 31, 2024

• APRIL 6, 2023