ABILENE PHILHARMONIC

ENTERTAIN | EDUCATE | INSPIRE

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.
  • SEP 21, 2024
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • OCT 26, 2024
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • DEC 7, 2024
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • JAN 11, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • FEB 8, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • MAR 29, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • APR 26, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.

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  • May 10, 2025
  • 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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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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Guest Artist Highlights: Irish Christmas in America

In a world premiere and backed by a full orchestra, this show features traditional Irish music, song and dance in an engaging performance rich in humor and boundless energy. Originally from Sligo, Ireland, this folk ensemble tells the story of emigration to America and how they stayed in touch with people and customs they left behind.

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OUR SPONSORS

ABILENE PHILHARMONIC

  • 302 Cypress Street
    Abilene, TX 79601
  • 325.677.6710

MASTERWORKS I

VIVE LA FRANCE

TICKETS AVAILABLE SOON
  • Featuring Anna Genishene | Piano
  • September 21, 2024
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

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Prepare to be transported to the streets of Paris at Vive la France, a program featuring Gershwin’s iconic An American in Paris as well as a captivating performance of Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G major by Cliburn Silver Medalist Anna Geniushene.
  • Dukas | The Sorcerer's Apprentice
  • Gershwin | An American in Paris
  • Debussy | Nocturnes
  • Ravel Piano | Concerto in G Major

MASTERWORKS II

FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA

TICKETS AVAILABLE SOON
  • Featuring Mark and Maggie O'Connor | Fiddle/Violin
  • October 26, 2024
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

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Join contemporary Fiddle/Violin legends Mark and Maggie O’Connor for a night all about American music. The performance features Aaron Copland’s Third Symphony, as well as original works by Mark O’Connor.
  • Copland | Symphony No. 3
  • O'Connor | The Improvised Violin Concerto
  • O'Connor | Double Violin Concerto

POPS I

A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS

TICKETS AVAILABLE SOON
  • Featuring Rachel Potter (The X Factor) & Patrick Thomas (The Voice)
  • December 7, 2024
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

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Celebrate the Christmas season, Abilene Style, with A Country Christmas, starring Nashville luminaries Rachel Potter (The X Factor) and Patrick Thomas (The Voice).
  • A Selection of Holiday Pieces

MASTERWORKS III

PROKOFIEV SYMPHONY NO. 5

TICKETS AVAILABLE SOON
  • January 11, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

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Take in the sounds of Moscow with a concert featuring timeless classics by Prokofiev and Dvorák and, alongside a modern masterpiece by the acclaimed Brazilian-American composer, Clarice Assad.
  • Assad | Bonecos de Olinda Overture
  • Dvořák | Scherzo Capriccioso
  • Prokofiev | Symphony No. 5

POPS II

BE MY BROADWAY VALENTINE

TICKETS AVAILABLE SOON
  • Guest Artist: Douglas Carpenter
  • February 8, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

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Celebrate love and romance with a Valentine’s Day salute to Broadway’s greatest love songs.

  • A Selection of Broadway Love Songs

MASTERWORKS IV

EAST MEETS WEST

TIckets available soon
  • Featuring Eunice Keem | Violin
  • March 29, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

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Prepare to hear two cultures collide during an enthralling performance by internationally renowned violin virtuoso, Eunice Keem.
  • Rimsky-Korsakoff | Russian Easter Overture
  • Barber | Violin Concerto
  • Brahms | Symphony No. 4

POPS III

TO WHITNEY, WITH LOVE

Tickets Available Soon
  • Featuring American Idol Finalist LaKisha Jones
  • April 26, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Convention Center • Abilene, TX

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Join American Idol Finalist LaKisha Jones in a celebration of the great ladies of soul: Diana Ross, Donna Summer, Tina Turner, the legendary Aretha Franklin and the one and only Whitney Houston.
  • A Selection of Songs from Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, and More

POPS IV

POPS AT THE ZOO

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  • May 10, 2025
  • 7:30 p.m.
  • Abilene Zoo • Abilene, TX

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Enjoy a relaxing evening of live music in the beautiful ambiance of the Abilene Zoo. Backed by Maestro Itkin at the piano, this family-friendly concert will feature the vocal stylings of Grace Zeller.

  • A Selection of Songs Performed Live at The Abilene Zoo

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ABILENE PHILHARMONIC

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