SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Il
The US Air Force Band of Mid-America‘s Concert Band will present a series of concerts across Missouri:
• 4 December, 7:00 PM – Powell Hall (718 N Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63103)
• 8 December, 7:00 PM – Missouri Theatre (203 S. 9th St, Columbia, MO 65211)
• 9 December, 7:00 PM – Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts (1601 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108)
The U.S. Air Force Band of Mid-America presents its annual “Spirit of the Season” holiday concert series, featuring the Band’s Concert Band and special guest artist Kris Allen, winner of American Idol.
Guests are encouraged to arrive early for pre-concert entertainment in the lobby. A brass and percussion fanfare will welcome patrons before the performance, and attendees will have an opportunity to test their skills in a flight simulator under the guidance of a U.S. Air Force pilot.
This family-friendly program celebrates the season with beloved holiday favorites, cherished carols, and concert-band classics. Kris Allen will join the ensemble for performances including “Little Drummer Boy,” “Silent Night,” “Winter Wonderland,” and additional seasonal selections.
The concert concludes with a traditional audience sing-along. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also make a special appearance and will greet young guests following each performance.
Admission is free and open to the public; however, tickets may be required. For ticket and show information, visit AFBandTix.org.
The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America represents the professionalism and excellence found every day throughout the United States Air Force. Based at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, the Band performs throughout the Midwest in support of the Air Force’s mission and to connect with the American public through music.
Small ensembles and Air Force representatives are available for interviews and related media opportunities to help promote the holiday concert series. Please contact marla@marqueemediastl.com to make arrangements.
USAF Band of Mid-America
Organizer of Spirit of the Season
The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America is the principal musical ambassador of Headquarters Air Mobility Command. These talented Air Force musicians have had the distinction of performing for Pope John Paul II, Presidents George W. Bush, William J. Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Jimmy Carter, the Queen of the Netherlands, and hundreds of other US and foreign leaders. The band performs free civic outreach and recruiting concerts for audiences throughout the Midwest, playing more than 400 engagements each year. In its broader travels, the band has performed in New York City, Philadelphia, Seattle, the Gulf Coast, Germany, the Netherlands, Costa Rica, Barbados, Grenada, Guatemala, Venezuela, Bolivia, and the Azores. Whether recording or performing for live, radio, and television audiences, band members reflect Air Force excellence to millions of people each year.
