Sun, Oct 13 7:00 p.m. Zilker Hillside Theatre	Fall Concert in the Park 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.  Selections scheduled for this concert include the following: Where Never Lark or Eagle Flew James Curnow Florentiner March    Julius Fucik, arr. M.L. Lake Handel In The Strand Percy Grainger, arr. Richard Franko Goldman Variations on 'Slane' Clifton Jameson Jones Postcard for Concert Band Frank Ticheli Intermission Radetzky March Johann Strauss, Arr. Alfred Reed Rollo Takes A Walk David Maslanka American Faces David R. Holsinger Themes Like Old Times II Arr. Warren Barker The Crosley March Henry Fillmore
Sat, Oct 26 KMFA Studios 3001 N Lamar	21st Annual Record & CD Sale Benefitting the Austin Symphonic Band & KMFA-FM Sale runs from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This annual tradition continues 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.
Sat, Nov 23 8:00 p.m. Austin HS PAC	"Tributes" Subscription Series Concert #1 Many moving musical tributes to various individuals have emerged from events both tragic and historic. Join ASB as we present a selection of tributes composed in honor of families, friends and heroes.   The first Subscription Series concert of the year will be presented in the Austin High School Performing Arts Center. Don't be disappointed!  Order your season tickets - and receive a discount - today by calling (512) 345-7420. Selections scheduled for this concert include the following: Suite Francaise Darius Milhaud October Eric Whitacre Rollo Takes A Walk David Maslanka Postcard for Concert Band Frank Ticheli Intermission Florentiner March    Julius Fucik, arr. M.L. Lake A Movement For Rosa Mark Camphouse Variations on 'Slane' Clifton Jameson Jones Slava! Leonard Bernstein, transcr. Clare Grundman Click here for the Concert Program (pdf file).
Sat, Dec 14 7:30 p.m. Reagan PAC	Christmas Concert: "Ring in the Holidays!" The return of a crowd favorite! Members of the Austin Symphonic Band join forces once again with the Austin Handbell Ensemble for this fun and light holiday concert at Reagan High School Performing Arts Center. Come ring in the season with the ASB and the AHE! Tickets are $8 for Adults, $5 for Seniors and Students. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time through ASB band members, Austin Handbell Ensemble members, by calling the ASB band office at 345-7420, or by calling Austix at 454-TIXS (8497). Selections scheduled for this concert include the following: Christmas Sing-along Arr. James Ployhar Tidings! Arr. Douglas E. Wagner For Concert Band and Handbells Sleigh Ride Leroy Anderson A Fresh Aire Christmas Mannheim Steamroller, arr. Calvin Custer A Christmas Festival Leroy Anderson Patapan Trad. French Melody, arr. Tom Wallace
Wed, Dec 18 7:15 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 21, 2003 8:00 p.m. Austin HS PAC	"Westward Ho!" Subscription Series Concert #2 Jim Walker, Guest Soloist Join the ASB as we present music celebrating the Old West and the New West.   Outstanding flautist Jim Walker will be our Guest Soloist. Click on photo for larger image  (Picture Courtesy Penny Griffy) Works scheduled for the program include: Town of Abernathy 1909 C. Bruce Bray Prairiesong Carl Strommen Landscapes Frank Denson Tulsa Don Gillis, trans. Maurice Ford Intermission New Mexico March John Philip Sousa, ed. Frederick Fennell Shenandoah Frank Ticheli The Cowboys John Williams, arr. Jim Curnow Western One-Step Robert Russell Bennett American Flute Salute David Mairs Click here for the Concert Program (pdf file).
Sat, Feb 22, 2003 8:00 p.m. Marble Falls HS PAC	"Westward Ho!" Runout Concert This season's first Runout Concert takes place in Marble Falls, Texas, at the Marble Falls High School Performing Arts Center. Marble Falls High School   is located at 2101 Mustang Drive Marble Falls, Tx 78654 Main Number (830) 693-4375 The concert will be an Encore Presentation of the second Subscription concert, "Westward Ho!," sponsored by the Marble Falls High School Band. Come and make the drive to Marble Falls for this special event.
Thu, Apr 10, 2003 8:00 p.m. Connally HS Theater	"An Evening with John Philip Sousa" Subscription Series Concert #3 Guest Artists Brian Bowman, Euphonium, and Claire Vangelisti, Soprano Our final Subscription Series Concert of the 2002 - 2003 season is a tribute to John Philip Sousa. This concert is a re-creation of the concerts that Sousa used to give, traveling from town to town. It also provides an opportunity for our Music Director to dress up as J.P. Sousa (beard and all!). Our special Guest Artists for this concert will be Brian Bowman, Euphonium, and Claire Vangelisti, Soprano, making her third appearance with ASB.  Please note that we will be at the Connally HS Theater for this concert. Please join us for this special event, celebrating the finest works of the March King! Works scheduled for the program include:   Semper Fidelis March John Philip Sousa Semiramide Overture Gioacchino Rossini, arr. Jim Mahaffey Napoli Herman Bellstedt Serenade Sigmund Romberg Poor Wandering One Gilbert and Sullivan, arr. Clifton Jones Armed Forces Salute arr. Bob Lowden Intermission Light Cavalry Overture Franz von Suppe, arr. Henry Fillmore, ed. Robert Foster Easter Monday On the White House Lawn John Philip Sousa, ed. R. Mark Rogers I've Made My Plans for the Summer John Philip Sousa, arr. Brion/Schissel Irish Tune from County Derry Percy Grainger Cousins Herbert L. Clarke, arr. Ray E. Cramer Carnival of Venice Herbert L. Clarke The Stars and Stripes Forever John Philip Sousa Click here for the Concert Program (pdf file).
Fri, Apr 11, 2003 8:00 p.m. Georgetown HS FAC	"An Evening with John Philip Sousa" Runout Concert Guest Artists Brian Bowman, Euphonium, and Claire Vangelisti, Soprano This season's second Runout Concert takes place in Georgetown, Texas, at the Georgetown High School Fine Arts Center. Georgetown High School is located at 2211 North Austin Ave. Georgetown, TX 78626 The concert will be an Encore Presentation of the third Subscription Series concert, "An Evening with John Philip Sousa," and is sponsored by the Georgetown High School Band.   As before, this concert will feature special Guest Artists Brian Bowman, Euphonium, and Claire Vangelisti, Soprano. Tickets are available at the door or by calling the Fine Arts office at (512)943-5110. Come and make the short drive to Georgetown for this special event.
Sun, May 11, 2003  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 .. this concert gets more popular every year. The program for the concert is as follows:   Festivo Edward Gregson The Mad Major March Kenneth J. Alford, ed. Frederick Fennell Jubilee Overture Philip Sparke Marche Americana Soren Hyldgaard, ed. Johan de Meij Lassus Trombone Henry Fillmore Prairiesong Carl Strommen INTERMISSION Light Cavalry Overture Franz von Suppe, arr. Henry Fillmore, ed. Robert Foster The Crosley March Henry Fillmore, ed. Robert E. Foster Suite Divertimento Jay W. Gilbert Easter Monday on the White House Lawn John Philip Sousa I've Made My Plans for the Summer John Philip Sousa, arr Brion/Schissel With Pleasure John Philip Sousa Themes Like Old Times III arr. Warren Barker Washington Post March John Philip Sousa, ed. Frank Byrne Click on photo for larger image  (Picture Courtesy Tom and Penny Griffy)
Sun, Jun 15, 2003 Zilker Hillside Theatre 7:30pm	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. The program for the concert is as follows:   Festivity James Curnow Washington Post March John Philip Sousa, ed. Frank Byrne Broadway Spectacular! arr. John Higgins King Cotton John Philip Sousa, ed. Frederick Fennell Una Brisa del Sur Clifton Jameson Jones Fiddler on the Roof Jerry Bock, arr. John Warrington New Mexico March John Philip Sousa, ed. Frederick Fennell INTERMISSION Lerner and Loewe In Concert arr. Warren Barker Semper Fidelis March John Philip Sousa Texas Promenade David R. Holsinger Songs for America Irving Berlin, arr James Swearingen Fugue on Yankee Doodle John Philip Sousa, arr Brion/Schissel American Pageant Thomas Knox The Stars and Stripes Forever John Philip Sousa, ed. Keith Brion
Sun, Jun 29, 2003 Hyde Park Baptist Church (The Quarries) 7:00 pm	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. Click here for a pdf map to The Quarries.  The program will include barbecue sandwiches, chicken and hot dogs for the entire family ($1.00 per bag) from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. The Patriotic Service will follow from 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Blue Bell Ice Cream will be served, and the ASB concert will begin at 9:00 p.m. Around 9:20 p.m., ASB will play patriotic music to clap to for Hyde Park's Fireworks Spectacular. For directions and more info call HPBC at (512)459-6587.
Fri, Jul 4, 2003 Old Settlers Park Round Rock 8:00pm	July 4th Celebration! Once again, the band will perform in front of a crowd of thousands at Round Rock's Old Settlers Park.
Sat, Jul 5, 2003 Fisherman's Park Bastrop 8:00pm	Bastrop Patriotic Festival The band makes its annual appearance at this slice of Americana, along the banks of the Colorado River in Bastrop. The evening (and the season) closes with a fireworks spectacular as the band plays on!