Get Ready for Monster Concert 2026!
October 24, 2026
Austin High School Performing Arts Center and Grounds
Performances: 1:00 to 7:00 pm
Carnival and Food: 1:00 to 6:00 pm
- Bring the whole family and enjoy the free concerts and performances from 6 area schools, including Austin High’s award-winning orchestras
- Keep the fun going with carnival games, inflatable slides, and delicious food prepared by Austin High’s award-winning culinary department
- Silent Auction – win great prizes donated by local businesses!
Special thanks to our T-shirt sponsor
A big thank you to all of our wonderful sponsors
Mon, 10/19 (4-10 pm): Spirit Night at P. Terry’s at Barton Springs (details below)
Thu, 10/22 (7:20 am): Early practice for ALL students in the orchestra room
Thu, 10/22: Deadline for designated students to deliver desserts to the orchestra room for Monster Concert (details below)
Fri, 10/23 (during lunch): Student orchestra uniform fittings (details below)
Sat, 10/24: Monster Concert at Austin High
2/11-2/15: Possible orchestra trip to New Orleans (details below)
Helpful Links and Info
Monster Concert
Click on the button above to head to the Monster Concert information page for more details on donations, volunteering, and schedules. AHS students are “highly encouraged” to donate and volunteer.
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.
Spirit Night at P. Terry’s
Come out and enjoy dinner at P. Terry’s at Barton Springs and support the orchestra on Monday, October 19th, from 4:00-10:00 pm. The address is 404 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704. Make sure to mention the attached flyer or the AHS Orchestra when ordering so the orchestra receives credit for the purchase! Thank you for supporting the Austin High Orchestra and we hope to see you there!
Student Uniform Fittings
One of our parent volunteers, Laura Forrester, has offered her time to adjust the orchestra dresses, pants, and coats for our students. Ms. Forrester will be available to meet students on Friday, October 23rd during lunch in the orchestra room. Girls must wear their performance shoes during the fitting so that the correct height can be taken. Please let Ms. Solis know if your student needs to have their uniform adjusted.
NOLA Is Calling—There’s Still Time to Join Us!
Join Mrs. Solis and your orchestra friends for five days of music, sports, history, food, and fun in New Orleans! We’ll depart midday Thursday, February 11, and return Monday, February 15, 2027, over Presidents’ Day weekend. We’re still welcoming more travelers!
Sign up soon! DEADLINE IS SUNDAY (10/18) AT MIDNIGHT
Go to the 2027 Spring Trip page for more information.
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 Oct. 22, Dec. 10, Feb. 25, all on a Thursday.
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.
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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