Trips & Performances

Our students earn invitations to perform on some of the most respected stages in the country. Every one of these trips was made possible by band families, donors and sponsors.

Coming Up

Percy Grainger Invitational, Chicago

March 11–14, 2027

A small, hand-selected group of top high school wind ensembles from across the country perform for, and are coached by, leading conductors and composers in wind band music. Being invited is a rare honor.

Trip details & how to help

Past Trips

NCMEA Conference, Winston-Salem

November 2025 · Wind Symphony

Only two high school bands in the state were selected, and it was AHS's first NCMEA performance in 26 years. Thanks to our community, we met our fundraising goal and no student was left behind.

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National Band and Orchestra Festival, Carnegie Hall, New York

2024 · Wind Symphony

The Wind Symphony was featured at the National Band and Orchestra Festival on the Carnegie Hall stage.

Earlier highlights include performing for four U.S. presidents, a presidential inaugural parade in Washington, D.C., and the 75th anniversary commemoration at Pearl Harbor. Read our full history »