“Destinations”

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.

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Program

Dr. Kyle Glaser, Music Director
Bill Haehnel, Assistant Director

Homeward Bound March — John Philip Sousa
Occident and Orient, Op. 25 — Camille Saint-Saëns, ed. Schissel
Los Bailes Calientes — William Owens
Paris Sketches — Martin Ellerby
Mannin Veen (“Dear Isle of Man”) — Haydn Wood
Galop from Geneviève de Brabant — Jacques Offenbach, arr. Bourgeois