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ABILENE PHILHARMONIC

DAVID ITKIN | MUSIC DIRECTOR

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The Abilene Philharmonic Association unleashes the power of music to entertain, educate, and inspire through live symphonic music and community engagement.

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  • SEP 27, 2025
  • 6:00 p.m.

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  • SEP 27, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • OCT 25, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • DEC 6, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • Jan 17, 2026
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • Feb 7, 2026
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • Mar 21, 2026
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • APR 25, 2026
  • 7:30 p.m.

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ENTERTAIN EDUCATE INSPIRE

The Abilene Philharmonic has grown in size and organizations over the last 70 years. Today the Philharmonic is structured as three separate 501(c)3 non-profits each with a specific function and purpose in relation to the overall professional symphony orchestra.
  • HISTORY

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The Abilene Philharmonic Association manages the day to day operations of the orchestra and is responsible for planning and producing all concert and music education programs.
  • GUILD

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The Abilene Philharmonic Guild supports the Abilene Philharmonic through volunteering, fundraising, and friend-raising. 

  • FOUNDATION

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The Foundation oversees and manages all endowment funds that ensure the future financial well-being of Abilene’s professional orchestra.

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Opening Night Soirée

Celebrate the start of the Abilene Philharmonic’s 75th Anniversary Season with an evening of elegance at the Opening Night Soirée. Sponsored by Clear Fork Bank, this exclusive pre-concert event features cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and special entertainment, setting a sophisticated tone for a landmark season of celebration.

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An Ode to Maestro John Williams

As the Abilene Philharmonic sets the stage for their second Pops concert of the 2023-2024 season, they pay tribute to Maestro John Williams, a musical luminary whose contributions to the world of film scores have become synonymous with cinematic magic.

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MASTERWORKS I

BEETHOVEN TRIPLE CONCERTO
RACHMANINOFF SYMPHONY NO. 2

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  • Featuring Chloe Kiffer, Violin | Horacio Contreras Espinoza, Cello | Alexandre Moutouzkine, Piano
  • September 27, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

TRAVELING FOR THIS SHOW?

Enjoy a stay in Downtown Abilene at the DoubleTree – exclusive hotel partner of the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra. Located conveniently across from the Abilene Convention Center, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at the hotel and then stroll to the venue to take in the sounds of the orchestra. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Smokehouse Abilene (located inside the DoubleTree) prior to the concert, and then enjoy dessert and drinks following the concert at the hotel’s Cattlemen’s Exchange. 

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Experience an evening of rich musical brilliance showcasing Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, featuring guest artists Chloe Kifer (violin), Alexandre Moutouzkine (piano), and Horacio Contreras Espinoza (cello). The program concludes with the sweeping romanticism of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2, a masterpiece of passion and beauty.
  • Beethoven's Triple Concerto
  • Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2

MASTERWORKS II

AN EVENING WITH LEONARD BERNSTEIN

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  • October 25, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

TRAVELING FOR THIS SHOW?

Enjoy a stay in Downtown Abilene at the DoubleTree – exclusive hotel partner of the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra. Located conveniently across from the Abilene Convention Center, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at the hotel and then stroll to the venue to take in the sounds of the orchestra. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Smokehouse Abilene (located inside the DoubleTree) prior to the concert, and then enjoy dessert and drinks following the concert at the hotel’s Cattlemen’s Exchange. 

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Celebrate the genius of a musical icon with An Evening with Leonard Bernstein, a symphonic tribute to one of the 20th century’s most influential composers and conductors. This dynamic program features selections from West Side Story and other Bernstein masterpieces, showcasing his unmatched ability to blend classical tradition with theatrical flair.
  • Bernstein Candide Overture
  • Symphony No. 1, Slava, Symphonic
  • Dances from West Side Story

POPS I

A THREE TENORS CHRISTMAS

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  • Featuring Carl Tanner, Arnold Rawls, & Samuel Cook
  • December 6, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

TRAVELING FOR THIS SHOW?

Enjoy a stay in Downtown Abilene at the DoubleTree – exclusive hotel partner of the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra. Located conveniently across from the Abilene Convention Center, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at the hotel and then stroll to the venue to take in the sounds of the orchestra. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Smokehouse Abilene (located inside the DoubleTree) prior to the concert, and then enjoy dessert and drinks following the concert at the hotel’s Cattlemen’s Exchange. 

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Celebrate the season in grand style with a Three Tenors Christmas, featuring powerhouse vocalists Carl Tanner, Arnold Rawls, and Samuel Cook. Enjoy a festive evening of beloved holiday classics and soaring operatic favorites, all wrapped in the warmth and wonder of the holidays.
  • A Selection of Holiday Pieces

MASTERWORKS III

TCHAIKOVSKY

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  • Featuring Asiya Korepanova, Piano
  • January 17, 2026
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

TRAVELING FOR THIS SHOW?

Enjoy a stay in Downtown Abilene at the DoubleTree – exclusive hotel partner of the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra. Located conveniently across from the Abilene Convention Center, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at the hotel and then stroll to the venue to take in the sounds of the orchestra. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Smokehouse Abilene (located inside the DoubleTree) prior to the concert, and then enjoy dessert and drinks following the concert at the hotel’s Cattlemen’s Exchange. 

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Discover the brilliance of Amy Beach’s Piano Concerto, performed by acclaimed guest pianist Asiya Korepanova, in a powerful celebration of one of America’s pioneering composers. The evening culminates with the emotional depth and drama of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6, the composer’s poignant final masterpiece.
  • Beach Piano Concerto
  • Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6

POPS II

FROM SADDLE TO SYMPHONY HALL

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  • Featuring Dave Alexander and his Texas Swing Band
  • February 7, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

TRAVELING FOR THIS SHOW?

Enjoy a stay in Downtown Abilene at the DoubleTree – exclusive hotel partner of the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra. Located conveniently across from the Abilene Convention Center, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at the hotel and then stroll to the venue to take in the sounds of the orchestra. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Smokehouse Abilene (located inside the DoubleTree) prior to the concert, and then enjoy dessert and drinks following the concert at the hotel’s Cattlemen’s Exchange. 

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Join the Abilene Philharmonic for a toe-tapping evening of Western Swing, featuring the vibrant sounds of Dave Alexander and his Western Swing Band. Experience the lively blend of jazz, country, and swing that defined the heart of Americana in a performance that will have you dancing in your seat!
  • A Selection of Country/Western Songs

MASTERWORKS IV

CARMEN

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  • March 21, 2026
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX
  • Kaylo Nanto as Carmen
  • Christopher Oglesby as Don Jose
  • Yonghyun Kim as Escamillo
  • Stephen Morscheck as Zuniga
  • Bethany Mamola as Micaela
  • Daniel Salls as El Dancairo
  • Penelope Teague as Frasquita
  • Amanda Guidi as Mercedes

TRAVELING FOR THIS SHOW?

Enjoy a stay in Downtown Abilene at the DoubleTree – exclusive hotel partner of the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra. Located conveniently across from the Abilene Convention Center, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at the hotel and then stroll to the venue to take in the sounds of the orchestra. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Smokehouse Abilene (located inside the DoubleTree) prior to the concert, and then enjoy dessert and drinks following the concert at the hotel’s Cattlemen’s Exchange. 

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Feel the fiery passion and unforgettable melodies of Bizet’s Carmen as the Abilene Philharmonic brings this iconic opera to life in a thrilling symphonic concert. Experience the drama, romance, and excitement of one of classical music’s most beloved masterpieces

POPS III

LICENSE TO THRILL

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  • Featuring Kristi Tingle, Vocalist
  • April 25, 2026
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

TRAVELING FOR THIS SHOW?

Enjoy a stay in Downtown Abilene at the DoubleTree – exclusive hotel partner of the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra. Located conveniently across from the Abilene Convention Center, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at the hotel and then stroll to the venue to take in the sounds of the orchestra. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Smokehouse Abilene (located inside the DoubleTree) prior to the concert, and then enjoy dessert and drinks following the concert at the hotel’s Cattlemen’s Exchange. 

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Get ready for a night of thrilling adventure with License to Thrill, an espionage-themed concert featuring iconic James Bond music and other spy-worthy classics. Experience the intrigue, suspense, and high-octane energy of 007’s greatest hits, performed live by the Abilene Philharmonic.
  • A Selection of Cinematic Scores from James Bond Films and other Espionage-Themed Pieces.

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  • 1102 N. 3d St. Ste. C
    Abilene, TX 79601
  • 325.677.6710