East Texas Symphonic Band
Providing an avenue for musicians from high school through retirement to embrace their artistic talents and an affordable evening out for the East Texas community
Season Schedule
Our season at a glance – dates and locations
Watch & Listen
See previous concerts on our YouTube channel
Join the Band
Learn what it takes to be a member of the band
Welcome!
We invite you to watch and listen to recordings of our concerts.
Turn up the sound and enjoy!
The mission of the East Texas Symphonic Band is to:
raise the appreciation and awareness of wind band music in the East Texas area,
showcase the excitement and cultural identity inherent in live performances,
give adult musicians a venue in which to continue making music a part of their lives,
provide motivation and encouragement for young musicians to perform beyond the level of their school experiences, and
add a valuable and accessible addition to the arts in Longview.
The band was organized in 1988 by Dr. James Snowden. Two concerts were presented during the first season. Today, the band typically presents five concerts each season (October, December, February, April and May). Admission is $10 at the door (Cash, Check or PayPal) for concerts held at the LeTourneau University Belcher Center, with students and children admitted FREE. Tickets are available 1-hour prior to concert start time. The May “Concert in the Park” concert is free to ALL attending. Photos courtesy of Chris Jones, Lin Risner, and M6 Drone Services. Sketches courtesy of Lynn Wells.
Board of Directors
Dr. James Snowden, Musical Director
Tony Naseiro, President
Bob Cammack, Treasurer
Wanda Risner, Secretary
Connie Cooper
Janet Galvan
David Hayes
John Henson
Michelle Holyfield
Karen Maines
Jim Hughes
Woody Ray
Lin Risner
Shara Brown
Shannon Cherry
Sharon Richardson
Brenda Carlton
Save The Dates
2023-2024 Season
Sunday October 8 at 3pm
LeTourneau University Belcher Center
Golf Tournament October 27 at Noon
Wood Hollow Golf Club Longview, Texas
Sunday December 3 at 3pm
LeTourneau University Belcher Center
Monday February 12 at 7:30pm
(plus day concerts for 5th graders)
LeTourneau University Belcher Center
Saturday January 20 at 6pm
Arts!Longview Honors Celebration Recognizing Dr. Snowden, Longview Community Center
Monday April 15 at 7:30pm
LeTourneau University Belcher Center
Monday May 20 at 7pm
Teague Park Amphitheater, Longview
Photos courtesy of Chris Jones.
Sketches by Lynn Wells.