Journeys of Wonder and Beauty
Parts of the Whole
Saturday, October 17 at 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Abiding Love Lutheran Church
7210 Brush Country Rd, Austin
Dr. W.P. Sterneman III, Interim Director
✨ The journey continues at Parts of the Whole!
Step into the second concert of our Journeys of Wonder and Beauty season — an intimate night where the ACO’s musicians shine in small ensembles, from a solo moment all the way to a 22‑member string ensemble. Hear the colors, textures, and voices that make up the orchestra’s larger sound. Every piece is a stop along the path… every performer a guide into a new corner of beauty.
Winter Tales:
From Fairyland to Enigma
Saturday, Dec. 19 from 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Bates Recital Hall
Dr. Bo Young Kang, Guest Conductor & Music Director Finalist
This program moves from the magical warmth of Humperdinck’s Hänsel und Gretel Prelude to the playful sparkle of Bizet’s Jeux d’enfants, concluding with Elgar’s expressive and beloved Enigma Variations. This concert begins our journey with four exceptional finalists and celebrates musical imagination and the future of the Austin Civic Orchestra.
Wonder and Beauty in Motion
Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027 from 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Austin Baptist Church
McNeil and 2222
Dr. Jacob Harrison, Guest Conductor & Music Director Finalist
Daveda Karanas, Mezzo-soprano
Experience a vivid, wide‑ranging musical journey with Ortiz’s shimmering Kauyumari, Mahler’s heartfelt Songs of a Wayfarer featuring mezzo‑soprano Daveda Karanas, and Respighi’s cinematic showpiece Pines of Rome. Plus, enjoy our annual Paint to Music art show. A colorful, dramatic, and unforgettable concert — reserve your tickets now.
Beyond the Familiar:
A Journey Through Imagination, Discovery, and Celebration
Saturday, Mar. 13, 2027 from 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Bates Recital Hall
Dr. Gabriela Mora-Fallas, Guest Conductor & Music Director Finalist
Austin Soundwaves Chamber Ensemble
Embark on a vibrant musical adventure featuring Beethoven’s Egmont Overture, Holmès’ La Nuit et l’Amour, Borodin’s Polovtsian Dances, James Newton Howard’s Fantastic Beasts, Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite, and Gershwin’s Cuban Overture. Beyond the Familiar brings together composers from across eras and traditions for a concert full of color, imagination, and discovery. The Austin Soundwaves Chamber Ensemble opens the evening. Join us and secure your tickets today.
Life of Wonders and Fates
Saturday, May 1st from 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Bates Recital Hall
Jarred Kennedy Guest Conductor & Music Director Finalist
Kyle Koronka, Trumpet
Join us for a powerful season finale featuring our last Music Director finalist. The program brings together Copley’s high‑energy Equinox, Arutiunian’s dazzling Trumpet Concerto, and Tchaikovsky’s sweeping Symphony No. 5 — a journey of transformation, destiny, and expressive brilliance. A vibrant showcase of the musical spirit that defines the Austin Civic Orchestra. Reserve your tickets today.
Celebration of John Williams
Friday & Sunday, June 11 & 12, 2027 from 8:00 – 10:00 PM
Zilker Park Hillside Theater
Dr. W.P. Sterneman III, Interim Music Director
Enjoy a relaxed, family‑friendly evening at the Zilker Hillside Theatre as the Austin Civic Orchestra presents its annual free pops concert. Bring a blanket or low chair, gather your kids, neighbors, and dogs, and settle in for a celebration of the iconic film music of John Williams — marking his 95th birthday in 2027. A beloved Austin tradition that resonates across generations. Join us on the hillside and get your free tickets today.