Video 1: Joel Guzman & Sarah Fox “Got Love” from the film “Road To Austin”
Video 2: Joel Guzman performs “La Llorona”

Accordionist Joel Guzman will perform with the Austin Symphonic Band conducted by Dr. David W. Clemmer on April 3, 2022 at 4:PM. Doors open at 3:00 PM. The program, “Howdy Folks! An evening of Folk Songs, Folklore & Just Plain Nice Folks!” The program includes:
“The Twelve Gallon Hat” by Julie Giroux
“Shenandoah” arr. by Omar Thomas
“Suite of Old American Dances” by Robert Russell Bennett
“Sasparilla!” -by John Mackey (featuring Joel Guzmán, accordion)
“Simple Gifts” – by Frank Ticheli
“The Cowboys” – by John Williams

Joel Guzman is a Grammy Award winning Accordionist, Singer and Producer who began playing the accordion at 4 years old. His accordion loving father inspired him to play. Joel said, ““My dad was a good musician and always played records of accordion music from all over – Poland, France, Panama, you name it. He would tell me, ‘They play the same instrument you play. You should appreciate the variety and embrace it.’”

Who does he feel are his greatest influences? Joel admires Richard Galliano, a chromatic accordion player from France, Angelo DiPippo, Rhode Island; Tony De La Rosa, Esteban Jordan. Joel and his wife, Sarah, a singer and songwriter have performed together for many years including their talented son, Gabriel, who plays the guitar and the accordion.

The ninety-plus members of ASB come from all walks of life and unite in a common passion for making music. The Austin Symphonic Band is nationally recognized as one of the finest ensembles of its type in the country, acclaimed by audiences at prestigious events including The Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference, and the Texas Bandmasters Association Convention. You can hear this cultural treasure right here in Austin! ASB presents three indoor season concerts each year along with four free concerts: Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Fourth of July, and Fall.

ASB is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department.

Tickets are free for students. $12 for adults. $8 for seniors. The concert takes place at:
John B Connally High School

13212 North Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX, 78753

For further information: info@austinsymphonicband.org