Concert Archives
Concert Archives
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. Enjoy a variety of tunes from classical to pop, and watch the dazzling explosion of colors in the sky. Don't miss this fun and festive event for the whole family!
Celebrate Father’s Day with a burst of American spirit as the Austin Symphonic Band presents a free concert at the Grand Pavilion in Cedar Park. 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.
Join us for a melodious Mother's Day! The Austin Symphonic Band is set to serenade the South Steps with a symphony of sounds, from spirited marches to captivating theater melodies. It's the perfect way to show appreciation for Mom on her special day – all wrapped up in the gift of music and the grandeur of Mother’s Day at the Capitol.
The Austin Symphonic Band, renowned for exceptional performances, presents a jewel box of musical delights — each piece a Little Gem.
The Austin Symphonic Band presents a musical celebration of heritage, hope and harmony — an unforgettable tribute to These United States.
Celebrate the season with the Austin Symphonic Band as they bring holiday cheer to the new Lakeside Pavilion at Old Settlers’ Park! Help us Light up the Lake!
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 band Classics!
We regret to announce that, due to heavy rains and flooding at the concert venue, the Fourth of July concert has been canceled. Stay safe, stay dry, and celebrate the Fourth with family and friends at home!
Hope to see you for our next concert season!
Celebrate Father’s Day with a musical treat! Bring lawn chairs or blankets and prepare to be enchanted. 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 joint concert at Round Top Festival Concert Hall. The guest conductor will be Jerry Junkin, Director of Bands at the University of Texas.
Join us for a melodious Mother's Day at the State Capitol! The Austin Symphonic Band is set to serenade the South Steps with a symphony of sounds, from spirited marches to captivating theater melodies. It's the perfect way to show appreciation for Mom on her special day – all wrapped up in the gift of music and the grandeur of the Capitol.
The Austin Symphonic Band, renowned for exceptional performances, presents its third concert of the season. The program promises a diverse range of music, from the playful Variations on a Theme of Robert Schumann by Robert Jager to a new Clif Jones arrangement of the American classic Showboat. The audience will also experience the dramatic "Bacchanale" from Saint-Saëns' Samson and Dalila, and the world premiere of Sinfonietta by Ryan Fillinger — the winner of ASB’s Second Young Composers’ Contest. The concert will conclude with the energetic Dance of the Jesters by Tchaikovsky, ensuring a finale that's as festive as it is memorable.
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!
Austin Symphonic Band
PO Box 11535, Austin TX 78711
Deliveries: 111 E 17th Street
Unit 11535, Austin TX 78711
info@austinsymphonicband.org
(512) 956-7420
Join the ensemble at the Chico Portillo Performing Arts Center for an afternoon of powerful symphonic sound, fresh repertoire and the kind of musical warmth that makes fall in Austin feel unforgettable. It’s the perfect way to welcome the new season—bold music, a beautiful venue, and a band that always delivers.