Wed, 11/11, 7:15 am: Early practice for all orchestras in the orchestra room
Wed, 11/11, 5-8 pm: Spirit Night at DoubleDave’s Pizzaworks (details below)
Fri, 11/13: Thanksgiving orchestra social (RSPV form and details coming soon)
Tue, 11/17, 6:30-9 pm: Regional sectional practices (qualified students) at AHS (details below regarding volunteers needed)
Wed, 11/18, 7:15 am: Early practice for all orchestras in the orchestra room
Wed, 11/18, 6:30-8 pm: Maroon and White Night (details below regarding two volunteers needed)
Thu, 11/19, 6:30-9 pm: Regional full orchestra practice (qualified students) at the Austin ISD PAC
Fri, 11/20, 2-5 pm: Regional full orchestra practice (qualified students) at the Austin ISD PAC
Fri, 11/20, 7 pm: Austin Regional Orchestra Performance at the Austin ISD PAC
Wed, 12/2, 7:15 am: Early practice for all orchestras in the orchestra room
Thu, 12/3: Chamber ensemble performances at Kendra Scott on Congress Ave (initial details below)
Wed, 12/9, 7:15 am: Early practice for all orchestras in the orchestra room
Wed, 12/9, 6:30 pm: Winter orchestra concert at the Austin High Gym
2/11-2/15: Possible orchestra trip to New Orleans (details below)
Helpful Links and Info
Spirit Night at DoubleDave’s Pizza (Wednesday, November 11th)
Come out and enjoy dinner at DoubleDave’s Pizzaworks and support the orchestra on Wednesday November 11th, from 5:00-8:00 pm. The address is 4301 West William Cannon Drive. See the attached flyer for more information! Thank you for supporting the Austin High Orchestra and we hope to see you there!
Thanksgiving Orchestra Social (Friday, November 13th)
The next orchestra student social is the Thanksgiving Social on Friday, November 13th, from 4:45 to 7:00 pm in the orchestra room. The turkey will be provided but students need to help fill the table with sides, drinks, and desserts!
Students, please fill out this form ASAP so we can finalize the headcount!
Volunteers Needed for Regional Sectional Practices (Tuesday, November 17th)
Regional sectional practices will be held at Austin High on Tuesday, November 17th from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Four student volunteers are needed and will receive volunteer hour credit by helping to set up the sectional area from 4:45 to 5:30 pm. A student volunteer is also needed to help prepare signs. Please let Ms. Solis know if you are available to volunteer.
Volunteers Needed for Maroon and White Night (Wednesday, November 18th)
Two student volunteers are needed to oversee the orchestra table at Maroon and White Night on Wednesday, November 18th, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Please let Ms. Solis know if you are available to volunteer.
Kendra Scott Orchestra Fundraiser and Chamber Ensemble Performances
Many students still have not submitted their RSVP. Here is the link for students to RSVP.
On Thursday, December 3rd come listen to AHS chamber ensemble performances at the Kendra Scott flagship location at 1701 S. Congress Ave. while shopping in the store, then grab dinner on South Congress! Orchestra will earn 20% on all purchases. Kick off your Christmas shopping while helping orchestra!! Street parking for the event is available.
Here is a link to the ensemble groups.
Additional details regarding the specific times are coming soon!
Volunteer Opportunities at Patton Elementary
Patton Elementary is looking for student volunteers to assist during certain evening music shows. Ten to fifteen students are needed and will earn two hours of volunteer time after they assist during a show. This is a great opportunity to earn volunteer hours while providing information about high school orchestra! Volunteers will assist classroom teachers with their students as they prepare and wait for their turn on stage. Register for a specific show date and time! Times are 5:00-7:00 pm. Dates include Dec. 10, Feb. 25, all on a Thursday.
Big News! NOLA Trip Prices Have Dropped Significantly
Still on the fence about the New Orleans trip? We have some exciting news that might help you decide!
The Austin High Orchestra Boosters are covering the entire cost of charter bus transportation, and our sponsor, Thinkbridge, have agreed to pay for a portion of our experience at Preservation Hall! This is a HUGE savings for our families, bringing the estimated trip cost down to approximately $590 (quad occupancy) to $780 (double occupancy) per student! That’s an incredible value for a five-day, out-of-state trip to New Orleans over Presidents’ Day weekend, February 11–15, 2027, packed with music, history, food, and unforgettable experiences!
Go to the 2027 Spring Trip page for more information.
Adult Orchestra Volunteers
The orchestra relies on adult volunteers for different events throughout the year. If you are interested in volunteering or know you will be volunteering in the orchestra room and helping students, please submit an application on the AISD Voly site. Also check out our volunteer webpage for additional info.
Register for Cut Time
If you have not yet registered with Cut Time, please use the following link to enter your personal information:
https://app.gocuttime.com/sr/TWEUL87R
The Austin High Orchestra Boosters use Cut Time to send weekly newsletters and share important program information. This year, Mrs. Heidi Gysan, Austin High Orchestra Booster Secretary, will send the weekly newsletter through Cut Time.
Get Messages Using Remind
Please make sure that you and your student(s) sign up to get important messages and reminders. To sign up for Remind, compose a text message to the number 81010.
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