The Austin Symphonic Band's second concert of the season is a stirring tribute to the World War II generation, featuring a selection of powerful pieces. From the rousing “Commando March” by Samuel Barber to the poignant “Lest We Forget” by Robert Jager, each composition captures the spirit and the emotions of an era marked by both tragedy and heroism. The concert is not just a performance but a commemoration of the end of the war, inviting the audience to reflect on the past while experiencing the timeless beauty of music.

The Austin Symphonic Band, a cherished ensemble in the city's vibrant music scene, is set to kick off its concert season with an eclectic mix of pieces. From the stirring patriotism of "Homeward Bound" to the lively rhythms of "Los Bailes Calientes," the program promises a journey through diverse musical landscapes. The audience will be whisked away to the colorful scenes of "Occident and Orient," stroll through the charming "Paris Sketches," and fall under the spell of the picturesque “Mannin Veen (Dear Isle of Man).” The evening will crescendo with the spirited "Galop" from Offenbach’s opera Geneviève de Brabant. This lineup showcases the band's versatility and the rich tapestry of community music.

Austin Symphonic Band is honored to be invited to perform at the TBA Convention!

Come and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of sounds with pieces like Percy Fletcher's Vanity Fair and the lively “Tex-Mex on the Riverwalk” from Frank Ticheli's San Antonio Dances. Feel the polyphony of Safely Rest by Nicole Piunno and be swept away by the mystery of You'll Come Matilda by Jess Langston Turner. With guest conductors Richard Floyd and Frank Ticheli wielding the baton, this event promises to be a memorable musical journey.

Free and open to the public!

Celebrate the Fourth of July with patriotic music and fireworks! Each piece, from the stirring America the Beautiful to the lively Tex-Mex on the Riverwalk, is a tribute to the nation's heritage and diversity. The military service medley, Armed Forces Salute, honors our brave service members and leaves everyone with a sense of pride and gratitude.

After dark the sky will be ablaze with fireworks, each burst accompanied by the rousing melodies of John Philip Sousa's iconic marches. Music and patriotism combine to create an unforgettable experience.

Celebrate Father’s Day with a musical treat! The concert opens on an upbeat tone with the lively Vanity Fair by Percy Fletcher. The mood shifts to the inspiring Lift Up Your Heads by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, followed by the festive landscapes of Clifton Jones' Hill Country Festival. Frank Ticheli's Over the Moon sets a celestial note, while Jess Langston Turner's You'll Come Matilda adds a touch of mystery. Finally, Sousa’s Invincible Eagle and The Stars and Stripes Forever create a surge of patriotic pride.

The concert is free and open to the public. There are public restrooms nearby and a playground for the kids. Bring the whole family!

Join the Austin Symphonic Band, the Sugar Land Winds and the Mansfield Wind Symphony for A Sousa Spectacular! The guest conductor and lecturer will be Loras John Schissel, Senior Musicologist at the Library of Congress and conductor of both the Virginia Grand Military Band and the Cleveland Orchestra’s Blossom Festival Band.

Tickets: $20 online (plus ticket processing fees) | $25 at the door

This concert has been moved indoors due to inclement weather. Join us for a Mother’s Day celebration at St. Martin’s Lutheran Church.

The air will be filled with a diverse blend of melodies and rhythms, from the rich, complex layers of Ponchielli's Sinfonia to the stirring patriotic strains of Sousa’s marches. Ticheli’s lively Tex-Mex on the Riverwalk and the elegant Jazz Suite by Shostakovich promise to keep toes tapping, while Gershwin’s timeless tunes evoke a nostalgic charm.

This exciting program includes the world premiere of (Delusions of) Grandeur by Christopher Lowry, winner of the first annual Young Composers' Contest; and the first performance of Hill Country Festival by Clifton Jones, composed in honor of Bill Haehnel’s 20th anniversary as ASB’s Assistant Conductor.

You’ll hear a variety of other great music, from the jazzy New Wade’n Water by Adolphus Hailstork, to Franz Biebl’s solemn Ave Maria, to Frank Ticheli’s dazzling Blue Shades. Come and enjoy an evening of musical excellence with the Austin Symphonic Band!

Take a musical voyage through the seas, with concert works that express the beauty and adventure of the ocean, and the courage of those who go “Down to the Sea in Ships.” You'll hear classics like Anchors Aweigh, Sea Songs and Who's Who in Navy Blue, as well as modern masterpieces like Mare Tranquillitatis and Midway March. You'll also enjoy a symphonic scenario of the beloved musical South Pacific, with songs like “Some Enchanted Evening,” “Bali Ha'i,” and “There is Nothin' Like a Dame.”

Are you ready for an exhilarating musical journey through some of the most magnificent structures in the world? Come for a band concert on the theme of “Grand Structures” — great music about great works. The concert will include works by Dmitri Shostakovich, J.S. Bach and John Philip Sousa, and end with the magnificent "Machu Picchu, City in the Sky," by Satoshi Yagisawa. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of music!

Celebrate the Fourth of July with patriotic music and fireworks! Come to an Independence Day concert by the Austin Symphonic Band at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock, Texas. Enjoy a variety of tunes from classical to pop, and watch the dazzling display of colors in the sky. Don't miss this fun and festive event for the whole family!

Join us for a special Father’s Day concert by the Austin Symphonic Band. Bring your family and friends to enjoy an evening of beautiful music under the stars. Admission is free and open to all. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to celebrate Father’s Day with your loved ones!

Celebrate a beautiful day with Mom by taking her to a free concert in her honor at the State Capitol. The Austin Symphonic Band will play great music, from marches to theater pieces to original band compositions, that you and Mom will love! Don't miss this chance to celebrate Mom’s day with great music at a great venue!

Howdy, y'all! Are you ready for an afternoon of music and fun? Come on down to the Austin Symphonic Band concert on Sunday. You'll hear some of the best tunes about Texas and from Texas, performed by our talented musicians. We'll also pay tribute to our former music director, Richard Floyd, who led us for 35 years with passion and excellence. You won't want to miss this spectacular show, so get your tickets today!

Take a musical tour of the vast British empire as we perform selections by Holst, Arnold, Vaughan Williams and Grainger, as well as new music by Cait Nishimura and David Stanhope. We close the concert with the instrumental setting of the great comic ballet Pineapple Poll by Arthur Sullivan, which will surely send the audience home whistling many great melodies.

From soaring spirituals to toe-tapping marches, be ready to fill your dance card as ASB presents its first indoor concert of the 2022-23 season!

ASB presents an evening of classic and contemporary works for wind band. Bring a picnic basket and spread a blanket under the oaks and pecans at the Zilker Hillside Theater to enjoy an evening concert!

The band performs at Round Rock's Old Settlers Park as part of the annual Frontier Days celebration. Enjoy ice cream, pig races, Ballet Folklorico, the Sam Bass shootout, an old-fashioned band concert and fireworks to celebrate Independence Day!

Enjoy a variety of marches, patriotic melodies, and other cheerful concert band works that will have your Dad's toe tappin'—as well as your own!

The Austin Symphonic Band will perform well-known tunes, including marches and broadway musical numbers, that you and your Mom are sure to enjoy!

Join ASB for our April Concert at John B Connally High School. Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 4:00 PM. Order tickets online.

Join ASB for our November Concert at Weiss High School. Sunday, November 14, 2021 at 4:00 PM. Order tickets online.

Bring a picnic and spread your blanket under the pecan trees at the beautiful Zilker Hillside Theater. Then watch the stars come out as the band showcases music as big as the great outdoors.

After over a year-long hiatus, the Austin Symphonic Band will return to perform at Round Rock's Old Settlers Park, as part of the annual Frontier Days Celebration. Enjoy watermelon, skydivers, music, and fireworks to celebrate Independence Day.

Band music will be in the air as the ASB celebrates the breadth and depth of exceptional music for the concert band.

ASB showcases mother nature in this powerful program featuring compositions inspired by wind, rain, sun and storm. Selections include Thunder and Blazes, Lightning Field, and After a Gentle Rain.

Bring a picnic and spread your blanket under the pecan trees at the beautiful Hillside Theater. Then watch the stars come out as the band showcases music as big as the great outdoors.

Join ASB for a festive 4th of July spectacular! Enjoy a free performance and beautiful fireworks at Round Rock Frontier Days at Old Settlers Park.

Marches, patriotic melodies, and other familiar works are the order of the day - selections that will have your Dad's toe tappin' - as well as your own!

The Austin Symphonic Band will perform well-known tunes, including marches and musical numbers, that you and your Mom are sure to enjoy!