The Hot Springs/ Hot Springs Village Symphony Guild

Program

Historical Moments from America’s 250 Years — Jubilation Jazz in Concert
Honoring Veterans & America at 250

A patriotic musical-theatre journey combining big-band jazz, American history, stories, humor and heart

Celebrating America at 250

This special patriotic event commemorates both Veterans Day and the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The combined observance creates an especially meaningful opportunity to honor military service while celebrating America’s history, ideals and civic traditions through live music. Historical Moments from America’s 250 Years is especially meaningful as the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The family-friendly production connects songs with stories and moments from the American experience, offering something for generations of audience members to enjoy together.

Honoring Hot Springs Village Veterans

The Hot Springs Village community includes a substantial population of veterans representing every major conflict since World War II, making this concert especially meaningful for local residents and families. The Village is also home to active patriotic and civic organizations including American Legion Maurice L. Britt Post 0123, VFW Post 10483, the Military Officers Association of America Hot Springs Village Chapter, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Akansa Chapter, and the DeSoto Trace Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.

Together, these organizations reflect the Village’s strong tradition of military support, civic engagement, patriotism and community service. The event is intended not only to honor veterans, but also to strengthen connections throughout the community through music, public service and shared civic experience.

Program Overview

Happy Birthday/Born in the USA

God Bless the USA

America

Take Me Out to the Ballgame

My Country ’Tis of Thee

Hymn to the Fallen

Armed Forces Medley

Ragged Old Flag

Pledge

Star-Spangled Banner

America the Beautiful

My Shot

Battle Hymn of the Republic/America the Beautiful

Stars and Stripes Forever

God Bless America Closer

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About the Program and Artists

Audiences are in for much more than a traditional concert. Jubilation Jazz describes Historical Moments from America’s 250 Years as musical theatre — a full experience in which big-band music, American history, stories, humor and heart are woven throughout the performance. Rather than presenting a succession of patriotic selections, the production uses music as the foundation for a larger theatrical journey through the people and defining moments that have shaped the United States.

Jubilation Jazz has already performed Historical Moments from America’s 250 Years over 25 times this year, receiving an enthusiastic response from audiences. The production has brought listeners to their feet, moved audience members to tears and inspired many to remain afterward to share how deeply the performance affected them.

An Extraordinary Ensemble of Musicians

The members of Jubilation Jazz are accomplished musicians who include current and retired band directors, retired military musicians and other professional musicians. Members come from throughout Arkansas, with some traveling from neighboring states to perform with the ensemble.

These musicians donate their time, travel expenses and musical talents for one reason: to share the Good News and God’s message through an entertaining Big Band Jazz format.

The classic Big Band sound has delighted performers and listeners for decades and continues to appeal to audiences of all ages. Jubilation Jazz builds on that tradition with its distinctive blend of Christian, patriotic and Big Band Era arrangements, combining outstanding musicianship with passion and energy on stage.

Nearly Three Decades of Music and Ministry

Founded in 1997, Jubilation Jazz has performed in a wide variety of settings across the United States and around the world, including outdoor festivals, concert halls, churches, national conferences and theme parks.

Its travels have included mission trips to St. Kitts, Brazil, Jordan, Trinidad and Mexico, as well as performances aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. Jubilation Jazz has also performed at the Grand Ole Opry, Gaylord Opryland Hotel, Branson, Silver Dollar City and Gettysburg National Military Park.

The ensemble later became an independent nonprofit organization, continuing its mission of sharing faith through music while bringing the excitement of the big-band tradition to audiences wherever it performs. Jubilation Jazz is no stranger to Hot Springs Village audiences, having previously brought its music to the Village, including a patriotic God and Country program.

A great concert can provide a memorable afternoon of music. Jubilation Jazz aims for something more: an event audiences will still be talking about long after the final note!

For Jubilation Jazz, it’s more than a performance . . . it’s a ministry!

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Corporate Donors

We gratefully acknowledge our sponsors:

PLATINUM LEVEL ($1,500)

Arvest Bank • RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village

GOLD LEVEL ($750)

Ike Eisenhauer State Farm Insurance Agency

SILVER LEVEL ($500)

Chambers Bank • Good Spirits Liquor • Hot Springs Village Voice*

Keith’s Roofing • McGraw Realtors • mFORCE (Marriott Wealth Management)

BRONZE LEVEL (Up to $250)

Eyecare Specialties • Joe Stewart, Realtor (McGraw) • Kwik Print*

*In-Kind Donors

GRANTS RECEIVED — AR Arts Council (ASO Christmas Program) • ARCF/HSV Community Foundation • Elizabeth D. Wagner Foundation • First Electric Round-Up • The Village Chorale • Village Big Band • Village Strings • Weyerhaeuser Foundation

PATRIOTIC DECORATIONS PROVIDED BY

The Village Chorale • Judy Pugh, Designer

CATERING PROVIDED BY

Chef Johnna Westerman

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2026-2027 Upcoming Events

ASO Children’s Concert — November 12
Oaklawn Event Center, HS

Christmas in the Village — December 6 at 3pm
Woodlands Auditorium, HSV

Hot Springs School District Band Field Trip to ASO Performance — March 14
Disney’s The Lion King Live in Concert by Hans Zimmer 

ASO Youth Orchestras Concert & Symphony Guild Annual Meeting — April 25 at 3pm
Woodlands Auditorium, HSV 

2026-2027 Classic Concert Series

Kiril Laskarov, violin (ASO Concertmaster) — Brahms Piano Quartet No. 1 — February 7 at 3pm
Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines, HSV

Geronimo Oyenard, violin (ASO violinist) — Lecture/demonstration about film composer Hans Zimmer — March 7 at 3pm
Coronado Community Center, HSV

Ozark Brass — An Afternoon of Brass Chamber Music — April 11 at 3 pm
Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines, HSV

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The HS/HSV Symphony Guild is grateful to Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines and Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church for their support through the sharing of their facilities for Guild concerts and meetings.