For Arylessence founders Steve and Gail Tanner, supporting greater access for families is personal.

Their grandson Gavin has autism and is an unreliable speaker. Through years of searching, learning and advocating for him, the Tanner family has seen firsthand what can happen when barriers are removed and people are given opportunities to participate and thrive. It is an experience that has shaped an important belief for their family: access matters. That belief is also part of what makes Arylessence’s support of the Georgia Symphony Orchestra’s Sensory Friendly Concert Series so meaningful. As Arylessence Director of Public Affairs and Community Engagement Lori Burns shared, “Music is a universal language and unifier.” Through its sponsorship, Arylessence is helping make GSO’s upcoming Sensory Friendly performance of Adventure Awaits! Movie Music for the Whole Family free for families in our community. The September 12 performance has already reached full capacity! We are grateful to Arylessence and the Tanner family for their generosity and for helping open the door to music for more families. Read the Tanner family’s full story: https://www.georgiasymphony.org/2026/08/24/when-the-doors-open-creating-a-place-where-every-family-belongs/ #GeorgiaSymphonyOrchestra #Arylessence #SensoryFriendly #CommunitySupport #MusicForEveryone