Atlanta Wind Symphony Hosts 'Banding Together' Concert

Milton High School Wind Ensemble joins for a night of classical and contemporary wind ensemble performances.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Atlanta Wind Symphony, a renowned adult community wind ensemble, is hosting its 'Banding Together' concert on February 22, 2026. The concert will feature performances by the Atlanta Wind Symphony as well as the Milton High School Wind Ensemble, showcasing a diverse repertoire of classical and contemporary wind band literature.

Why it matters

The Atlanta Wind Symphony has a long history of delivering high-quality performances and serving as a hub for the local music community. This collaborative concert provides a platform for both established and up-and-coming wind ensembles to showcase their talents and connect with music enthusiasts in the Atlanta area.

The details

The concert program includes works by renowned composers such as Ralph Vaughan Williams, Harrison J. Collins, Alfred Reed, George Gershwin, Oscar Navarro, Norman Dello Joio, and David Maslanka. The Milton High School Wind Ensemble will perform pieces like the 'English Folk Song Suite' and 'Armenian Dances, Part I', while the Atlanta Wind Symphony will feature the AWS Clarinet Quartet in 'Three Preludes' by Gershwin, as well as other contemporary works.

  • The 'Banding Together' concert will take place on February 22, 2026.
  • The Atlanta Wind Symphony has been an active community wind ensemble for 46 years.

The players

Atlanta Wind Symphony

An adult community wind ensemble with the goal of delivering inspiring performances of quality wind band literature. Over its 46-year history, the group has evolved into one of the finest community wind ensembles in the Southeast.

Milton High School Wind Ensemble

A high school wind ensemble that will be performing alongside the Atlanta Wind Symphony at the 'Banding Together' concert.

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What’s next

Tickets for the 'Banding Together' concert are available on the Atlanta Wind Symphony's website, with prices ranging from $15 for adults to free for children 12 and under.

The takeaway

This collaborative concert showcases the strength of Atlanta's vibrant music community, bringing together an established adult wind ensemble and a talented high school ensemble to deliver a diverse and inspiring program of wind band literature.