Your Austin Symphony Orchestra invites you to a celebration of American music, featuring a diverse selection of inspiring works. The program opens with Duke Ellington and Luther Henderson's evocative Three Black Kings, followed by the world premiere of Sam Lipman's poignant Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra performed with Austin's own Ephraim Owens and New York's Giveton Gelin.

After intermission, the program continues with Leonard Bernstein's vibrant On the Town: Three Dance Episodes, a work that captures the boundless energy of New York City. The concert concludes with George Gershwin's iconic An American in Paris, transporting listeners to the bustling streets of the French capital and showcasing the rich tapestry of American musical influences. That's not all! Hear 112 bars of never heard before music from this iconic work.

Want to unleash more? Dive into our new VR experience, made possible by the Lola Wright Foundation, and step up to the podium to conduct a virtual orchestra! At 7:10 p.m., join Jeffrey Blair for 'Concert Conversations,' an engaging discussion about the evening’s program, or head to Studio 701 on the Mezzanine, donde el Director Asistente de la ASO, Pablo Zamora, compartirá sus ideas en español. Strike a VIP pose on the red carpet and capture the moment!

World Premiere Sponsors:
Tejemos Foundation 
Lynne Dobson and Greg Wooldridge

Concert Sponsors:
Frost Bank
Linda & Nick van Bavel

Guest Artist Sponsors:
The EGF Charitable Fund
William Kerley & Rhonda Farrington
Andrew K. Schwartz III & Sylvia M. Arabian