East Texas Symphonic Band

Providing an avenue for musicians from high school through retirement to share 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:

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raise the appreciation and awareness of wind band music in the East Texas area,

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showcase the excitement and cultural identity inherent in live performances,

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give adult musicians a venue in which to continue making music a part of their lives,

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provide motivation and encouragement for young musicians to perform beyond the level of their school experiences, and

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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 (Cash, Check or Credit) for concerts held at the LeTourneau University Belcher Center, with students and children admitted FREE. Tickets are available online or in-person 1-hour prior to concert start time. The May “Concert in the Park” 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

Connie Cooper, Treasurer

Wanda Risner, Secretary

Shara Brown

Luis Bustamante

Janet Galvan

David Hayes

 

John Henson

Michelle Holyfield

Jim Hughes

Karen Maines

Woody Ray

Sharon Richardson

Lin Risner

Cris Viloria

Save The Dates

2024-2025 Season

Sunday October 13 at 3pm

LeTourneau University Belcher Center

Golf Tournament October 11 at Noon

Wood Hollow Golf Club Longview, Texas

Monday December 16 at 7pm

LeTourneau University Belcher Center

 

Monday February 3 at 7pm 

(plus day concerts for 5th graders)

LeTourneau University Belcher Center

Saturday January 25 at 6pm

Arts!Longview Honors Celebration - Longview Community Center

 

Saturday February 8 at 2pm

Artrageous! Artreach Workshop, LeTourneau University Belcher Center

Monday April 14 at 7pm

LeTourneau University Belcher Center

Monday May 19 at 7pm

Teague Park Amphitheater, Longview

Photos courtesy of Chris Jones.

Sketches by Lynn Wells.