Updates
Important Dates and Times!
Tue, 3/24 (7:10 am): Early practice for non-varsity orchestra
Wed, 3/25 (7:10 am): Early practice for varsity orchestra
Fri, 3/27 (7:10 am): Early practice for non-varsity orchestra
Fri, 3/27: Orchestra social after school at Blazer Tag (details below)
Mon, 3/30 (6:30 am): Varsity departure from AHS to Austin ISD PAC for Pre-UIL Festival
Mon, 3/30 (7:10 am): Early practice for non-varsity orchestra and 8:00 am departure
Mon, 3/30 (8:30 am): Varsity Pre-UIL performance at the Austin ISD PAC
Mon, 3/30 (10 am): Non-Varsity Pre-UIL performance at the Austin ISD PAC
Tue, 3/31: Holiday (Dolores Huerta Day)
Tue, 3/31: Instrument Try Out at Small MS – Volunteer Opportunity
Wed, 4/1 (7:10 am): Early practice for varsity orchestra
Wed, 4/1 (6:30 pm): String Pre-UIL Orchestra Concert at Austin High (Please email Ms. Solis ASAP for religious/UIL conflicts)
Fri, 4/3 (7:10 am): Early practice for non-varsity orchestra
Mon, 4/6: Student Holiday (Easter)
Tue, 4/7: Orchestra Board Meeting
Sun, 4/26: Orchestra Banquet at the Norris Conference Center
Helpful Links and Info
Blazer Tag Social This Friday, March 27, 2026
Please join us for Blazer Tag this Friday! Your student will stay after school and either transport themselves or be transported by private vehicle (not by school bus) to Blazer Tag at 1701 W Ben White Blvd., 78704.
We will be there from 5:30-7:30 pm. Dinner will be provided at Blazer Tag.
You will be responsible for picking up your student from Blazer Tag at 7:30 pm.
The cost will be $20, and AHS Orchestra Boosters will cover the difference. That will cover 2 games of Blazer Tag, 2 pieces of pizza or nachos, and a drink. Please purchase tickets here: https://givebutter.com/PBelfi
Orchestra Booster Board Positions
We need your help next school year! Current needs:
President – Stacie Mitchamore can help prep you!
Silent Auction Team – Acquire donations during the summer and early fall at your leisure.
Please let Stacie know if you are interested in helping and thanks in advance! Please email Stacie if interested at: sottenmd@gmail.com
Orchestra Booster Board Meeting
The next orchestra Booster Board meeting is Tuesday, April 7th at 6:30 pm. It will be held virtually and all are welcome to attend! Please check the Cuttime newsletter for the link.
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.
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Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Our Platinum Sponsors
James and Deborah Carrier
The Dettmer Family,
in honor of Sam
Sara Maxwell
Our Gold Sponsors
Anna Morgan-Penz
Memorial Scholarship
The Maloney
Family