Americans We – An Official America250 Washington Concert

📍 Graham-Kapowsin High School Auditorium
⏰ 3:00 PM (Doors open prior to performance)
🎟 Free Admission | Open Seating | RSVP for Tickets

What does it mean to be an American?

Freedom. Liberty. Patriotism. Immigration. Innovation. Change.

As part of the statewide commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, the South Sound Symphonic Band proudly presents Americans We — a powerful musical exploration of the founding principles of the United States of America.

This official America250 Washington Partner event reflects on our nation’s past, present, and future through music that spans tradition, transformation, and bold innovation.

🎵 Program Highlights Include:

🇺🇸 The Thunderer – John Philip Sousa
🎼 Symphony on Themes of John Philip Sousa – Ira Hearshen
🎷 Spain – Chick Corea
🌊 Farallones – Megan Vinther
💃 Bayou Breakdown – Brant Karrick
🌍 On Parade – Amanda C. E. Aldridge
✨ Lux Aurumque – Eric Whitacre
🎸 Chaos Theory – James Bonney (Electric Guitar Concerto)

🎸 Featured Soloist:

Alex Ispa-Cowan, electric guitar
(Berklee College of Music graduate)

Plus featured solos in Spain.

This concert (with 15-minute intermission) reflects the America250 Washington commemorative themes:

• We the People – Liberty, equality, and evolving identity
• Power of Place – Celebrating our Pacific Northwest community
• Sharing History – Exploring inclusive stories through music

Our concerts are always free and open to the public thanks to community support.

Come celebrate the sounds of America!

👉 RSVP and invite friends.