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2000-01 Concert Season

Complete season schedule

The 2000-01 season promises even more excitement than last year's (which included a sold-out season finale), with the continuation of our popular Subscription Series, Parks Concert Series, and Around Town concerts. Have a look - there's something here for everyone. Our MicroBand will continue to present mini-concerts - generally taking a subset of the band into a senior center or similar location.  

This page shows all concerts for the 2000-01 season .. to see the current season, please click here.


Event key:
Parks Concert Series (free)
Subscription Series ($10/$8 admission)
Season discounts available - call 345-7420
Single tickets - AusTix, 454-TIXS
Around Town concerts (free)
MicroBand run-out concerts (free)
Other events

Sat, Oct 21
KMFA Studios
3001 N Lamar
19th Annual Record & CD Sale
Benefitting the Austin Symphonic Band & KMFA-FM

This annual tradition kicks the band's season off with a bang, as hundreds of record aficionados from the area converge on KMFA's studios to peruse literally thousands of records that have been donated by friends of both the band and KMFA. The band will perform at 10 and 11 AM; the sale runs from 8AM to 2PM.

Sun, Oct 22
7:00 p.m.

Zilker Hillside
Theatre
Fall Festival of Sound

The band's first outdoor concert of the season will present plenty of old favorites .. and a new favorite or two, as well! Bring the whole family, spread out a blanket, and enjoy a picnic dinner as the stars come out at this free concert. 

Fri, Nov 17
8:00 p.m.

Reagan HS PAC
"Water Music"
Subscription Series Concert #1

Our oceans, lakes, and rivers have inspired so much great music - not only for orchestra, but for the concert band as well.  Join the ASB as we present some of the best from both worlds in the first Subscription Series concert of the year.  Attendance in last year's Subscription Series steadily increased throughout the year, culminating in a sellout - so don't wait until the last minute this season!  Order your season tickets - and receive a discount - today by calling (512) 345-7420.

Concert selections will include:

Savannah River HolidayRon Nelson
After a Gentle RainAnthony Iannaccone
Victory at SeaRobert Russell Bennett
Molly on the ShorePercy Grainger
Sea SongsThomas Knox
                                                   
Sat, Dec 9
8:00 p.m.
Connally HS PAC
Sound the Bells - the Holidays are Here

The return of a crowd favorite! The ASB Microband joins forces with the Austin Handbell Ensemble for this fun and light holiday concert at the Connally HS PAC.   Admission is free; however, donations will be accepted and are very much appreciated!   Come ring in the season with the ASB and the AHE!

Sun, Dec 10
8:45 p.m.

Trail of Lights
Zilker Park
ASB Holiday Sing-along

The band makes its annual appearance at the Trail of Lights, presenting an old-fashioned sing-along with all your favorite holiday carols.

Fri, Feb 16, '01
8:00 p.m.

Reagan HS PAC
"Made in America"
Subscription Series Concert #2
Peter Bay, Guest Conductor
Randy Harriman, Guest Narrator

Join the ASB as it presents music made by and for Americans!  Austin Symphony Orchestra maestro Peter Bay joins the 100-member ensemble for an all-American evening you're sure to remember!  Works scheduled for the program include:


Esprit De CorpsRobert Jager
An American Elegy           Frank Ticheli
Danzon           Leonard Bernstein
Lincoln Portrait Aaron Copland
     - Peter Bay, Guest Conductor
     - Randy Harriman, Narrator
Early LightCarolyn Bremer
Easter Monday on the White House LawnJohn Philip Sousa
George Washington BridgeWilliam Schumann
American SaluteMorton Gould
     - Peter Bay, Guest Conductor
Washington Post MarchJohn Philip Sousa
Thu, Apr 19 '01
8:00 p.m.
Reagan HS PAC
"Viva Mexico"
Subscription Series Concert #3
Mariachi Rebeldes del Sur of Travis High School, Zeke Castro, Conductor - Guest Artists

Last year the ASB closed its Subscription Series with a Scottish-themed concert; what could be better to close this year's series than with one celebrating Mexico?  The Travis High School Mariachi Rebeldes del Sur will join the band as it presents a joyous selection of works, including:
 

La Fiesta MexicanaH. Owen Reed
El Salon Mexico            Aaron Copland
Symphonic Dance #3 Clifton Williams
Sol Y Sombra George Gates
Mariachi Music Selections
      Bonito Tecalitlán
      Rancho Grande
      Volver, volver
      Zopilote Mojado
      Como quien pierde una estrella
      La Bruja
      El Cascabel
- Mariachi Rebeldes del Sur, Guest Artists
Sun, May 13 '01 
Zilker Hillside
Theatre

7:00pm
Mother's Day in the Park

What better way to close out a great day with Mom than by taking her to a free concert in the park in her honor? The band will perform well-known tunes, including marches and musical numbers, that you and your Mom are sure to enjoy! Get there early to select the best seating ...

Sun, Jun 17 '01
Zilker Hillside
Theatre

7:00pm
Father's Day in the Park

ASB celebrates your Dad with this annual concert at the Zilker Hillside Theatre. 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! Bring a picnic basket and spread out a blanket under the oaks at the Hillside Theatre.

Sun, Jul 1 '01
Hyde Park Baptist Church
(The Quarries)

8:30pm
Hyde Park Patriotic Service

In what has become an annual event, members of the band will participate in Hyde Park's patriotic services, held each year the Sunday before Independence Day. This year, the celebration will be held at The Quarries Recreation Area in the Millwood Area. The program will include a Barbecue dinner ($5.00) from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. The Patriotic Service will follow from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Between 8:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., Blue Bell Ice Cream will be served, and the ASB concert will begin. At around 9:15 p.m., ASB will play patriotic music to clap to for Hyde Park's FIRST Fireworks Spectacular.   For directions and more info call HPBC at (512)459-6587.

Wed, Jul 4 '01
Old Settlers' Park
Round Rock
8:15pm
July 4th Celebration!

Once again, the band will perform in front of a crowd of thousands at Round Rock's Old Settler's Park, located off HWY 79 in Round Rock near the Dell Diamond. This will be the celebration of Round Rock's 150th Birthday, with cake, skydivers, and other performances as well as a FIREWORKS Show while ASB plays. Bring a radio - our concert will be simulcast. 

Sat, Jul 7 '01
Fisherman's Park
Bastrop
8:15 pm
Old Iron Bridge Festival

The band makes its annual appearance at this slice of Americana, along the banks of the Colorado River at Fisherman's Park in Bastrop. The evening (and the season) closes with a fireworks spectacular as the band plays on!


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