Celebrate Father’s Day with a burst of American spirit as the Austin Symphonic Band presents a free concert packed with energy, nostalgia and star‑spangled flair. From the proud opening with our national anthem to the toe‑tapping charm of Bennett’s "Suite of Old American Dances," this program sweeps through iconic sounds that shaped a nation. Sousa marches bring irresistible swagger, while classics like "The Wizard of Oz" and "Concord" add heart and cinematic sparkle. With a rousing "Salute to the Armed Forces" and the irresistible "Swing’s the Thing," it’s a feel‑good, flag‑waving musical celebration perfect for dads, families and anyone who loves great American band music.
Program
Dr. Kyle Glaser, Music Director
Bill Haehnel, Assistant Director
The Star Spangled Banner — arr. Moffit
Solid Men to the Front — John Philip Sousa
Suite of Old American Dances (Mvmts 2, 4, 1) — Robert Russell Bennett
The Wizard of Oz — Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, arr. Barnes
Concord — Clare Grundman
Salute to Armed Forces — arr. Villanueva
Swing’s the Thing — arr. Barker
The Directorate — John Philip Sousa
America, the Beautiful — Samuel Augustus Ward, arr. Dragon
The Stars and Stripes Forever — John Philip Sousa