Celebrate AMerica: 1812 overture & more

Presented by Armstrong Mechanical, Double T Smiles, and United Supermarkets

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 7:30 PM | The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts & Sciences

Come early at 6 PM for a special outdoor performance by country singer Hannah Jackson. First 200 people get FREE hot dogs!

Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture is a triumphant masterpiece of orchestral power and drama. From its solemn opening hymn to the thunderous finale of cannon fire and ringing bells, this iconic work captures the intensity of battle and exhilaration of victory. Prepare for an unforgettable night as the orchestra brings this celebration of America to life on stage!

Gould American Salute

Ives Variations on “America”

Joplin The Entertainer

Gershwin An American in Paris

Copland Variations on a Shaker Melody

Copland Hoe-Down: from Rodeo

Tchaikovsky 1812 Overture

Lowden Armed Forces Salute

Sousa Stars and Stripes Forever

David Cho, conductor

This performance is also made possible in part through The CH Foundation; Helen Jones Foundation, Inc.; The Lubbock Symphony Guild; the Texas Commission on the Arts and National Endowment for the Arts; and a grant from the City of Lubbock, as recommended by Civic Lubbock, Inc.