Celebrate the Fourth of July with patriotic music and fireworks! Come to an Independence Day concert by the Austin Symphonic Band. 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 feeling of pride.
After dark the sky will be ablaze with fireworks, each burst choreographed by the rousing melodies of John Philip Sousa's iconic marches. The first notes of The Washington Post set the tone. From the proud strains of Semper Fidelis to the triumphant chords of The Stars and Stripes Forever, each piece is a celebration of unity and national pride. Music and patriotism combine to create an unforgettable experience.
Program
Dr. Kyle Glaser, Music Director
Bill Haehnel, Assistant Director
The Star Spangled Banner — trad., arr. Moffit
Vanity Fair — Percy Fletcher, ed. Karrick
Safely Rest — Nicole Piunno
Sinatra! — arr. Bulla
— Come Fly With Me • Witchcraft • That’s Life • Fly Me to the Moon —
San Antonio Dances, mvmt. 2 — Frank Ticheli
— 2. Tex-Mex on the Riverwalk —
Armed Forces Salute — var., arr. Lowden
— The Caisson Song • Semper Paratus • The Marines’ Hymn • The U.S. Air Force • Anchors Aweigh —
Hill Country Festival — Clifton Jameson Jones
America the Beautiful — Samuel Augustus Ward, arr. Dragon
🧨🧨🧨 Fireworks Music 🧨🧨🧨
The Washington Post — John Philip Sousa
Who’s Who in Navy Blue — John Philip Sousa
Semper Fidelis — John Philip Sousa
Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company — John Philip Sousa
Invincible Eagle — John Philip Sousa
The Stars and Stripes Forever — John Philip Sousa
Directions and Parking
Follow the map to Old Settlers’ Park. Proceed as directed to one of the parking lots shown on this diagram. Plan to arrive early, because the park will be crowded. After the concert, you must follow the arrows and exit as shown on the diagram.
Details of the Independence Day Parade and the Frontier Days celebration are shown on this page. Event locations in the park are shown here. Have fun and be safe!