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Free Live Music in San Antonio: Heart of Texas Concert Band Returns to OLLU

The Heart of Texas Concert Band will be performing this Sunday at Our Lady of the Lake University. Gemini-generated image.

Experience the Best of San Antonio: Heart of Texas Concert Band Live

The Heart of Texas Concert Band (HTxCB) has been a cornerstone of the San Antonio arts scene since 2009. As a non-profit community ensemble, they bridge the gap between talented adult musicians and rising young stars, all while keeping the music accessible to everyone. (Heart of Texas Concert Band, 2026)

With over 150 free concerts under their belt across 35 unique local venues, the HTxCB is back this weekend to deliver another afternoon of world-class instrumental music.

🎺 Event Overview: Audience & Band Favorites

Join us this Sunday to experience a program featuring timeless classics. From the stirring marches of Sousa to the whimsical arrangements of Leroy Anderson, there is something for every music lover to enjoy.

Featured Composers include:

  • John Philip Sousa
  • Percy Grainger
  • Hector Berlioz
  • Leroy Anderson
  • …and many more!

Leadership:

  • Mark Rogers: Music Director and Founding Conductor
  • Carlos Navarro: Guest Conductor

📅 When & Where

Mark your calendars! This is a perfect Sunday afternoon outing for families and music enthusiasts alike.

  • Date: Sunday, March 1
  • Time: 3:00 PM
  • Location: Thiry Auditorium (Our Lady of the Lake University)
  • Address: 411 SW 24th St., San Antonio, TX 78207
  • Parking: Free parking is available on-site.

🎟️ Admission & Live Stream

In keeping with their mission to provide music for all, this concert is free and open to the public.

Support Local Arts: The Heart of Texas Concert Band relies on community support to keep these performances free. Consider attending or donating to help keep the music playing in San Antonio.

Photo: Heart of Texas Concert Band

Heart of Texas Concert Band presents the music of Robert Russell Bennett

The Heart of Texas Concert Band will be performing music composed or arranged by Robert Russell Bennett this Sunday April 10, 2022. Photo: Heart of Texas Concert Band, used with permission.

Robert Russell Bennett will always be close to the top of the most influential American musicians. His association with the greatest figures of the 20th century including Richard Rodgers, George Gershwin, Igor Stravinsky, and Sergei Rachmaninoff is well documented. The Heart of Texas Concert Band has scheduled a performance consisting entirely of music either composed or arranged by Robert Russell Bennett, including “Suite of Old American Dances,” “Four Preludes,” “Rose Variations,” and “The Sound of Music.” This concert will be held this Sunday, April 10, 2022 at 3p.m. at Johnson High School. (Heart of Texas Concert Band, 2022)

Admission is free, no tickets are needed. Venue is wheelchair accessible.

Johnson High School 
23203 Bulverde Rd 
San Antonio, TX 78259

Other concerts coming up:
May 8- Mother’s Day Concert
In the British Isles

July 4 – “The Sounds of Freedom”
With the San Antonio Chorale Society and the River City Ringers

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For a mail-in contribution:
HTxCB
4128 Warm Winds
San Antonio, TX 78253

Mission:

  • To provide challenging performance opportunities for adult musicians of all ages.
  • To provide opportunities for qualified young musicians to enrich their musical education by playing in an adult ensemble.
  • To stress the importance of music as an integral part of the community culture and to actively pursue better integration and heightened awareness of the arts.
  • To interact in a cooperative spirit with all cultural organizations in the community.
  • To cooperate with the local schools and community organizations in planning all activities.

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