Fine Arts Insider
August 19, 2026
SVHS Teacher's Son Earns U.S. Navy Achievement Medal
Trevor Ebarb, son of SVHS Art Teacher, Julie Ebarb, has been awarded the U.S. Navy Achievement Medal with a Combat "C" Pin for his heroic and decisive actions on August 15, 2026.
Serving as a Fireman onboard the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74), Fireman Ebarb was operating in the Strait of Hormuz when the ship came under immediate threat. When two anti-warship cruise missiles targeted the USS McFaul and the accompanying USS Mitscher (DDG 57), Fireman Ebarb sprang into action with remarkable composure.
While the warship was operating at flank speed, his swift response in an intense, high-stress environment ensured the vessel reached its maximum combat condition of readiness.
His official commendation highlights the true spirit of his service:
"Fireman Ebarb's exceptional professionalism, unrelenting perseverance, and loyal devotion to duty reflected credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
We extend our deepest gratitude and pride to Fireman Ebarb for his brave service, and big congratulations to Julie and her entire family on this outstanding recognition!
CARMINA BURANA on October 2 -Lila Cockrell Auditorium San Antonio -STUDENT GROUP DISCOUNT FOR CARMINA!
Join us for an unforgettable evening led by Artistic Director Jeffrey Kahane featuring internationally acclaimed violinist Tessa Lark alongside an extraordinary cast of artists and community partners.
To receive a group discount for groups of 10 or more to CARMINA BURANA send an email to groupsales@harmoniumoftexas.org.
For student groups of 10 or more ordered in advance the student tickets are $17 and there's no other fees added.
There will be a discount for any accompanying adults on either a $50 or $70 ticket depending on where the group is seated!
Jeffrey Kahane, conductor
Tessa Lark, violin
Rachele Gilmore, soprano
Brian Giebler, tenor
Christopher Rodriguez, baritone
San Antonio Mastersingers
Children's Chorus of San Antonio
Youth Orchestras of San Antonio
UTSA Chamber Singers
Program
Gabriela Ortiz
Antrópolis (2019)
Michael Torke
Sky, Concerto for Violin and Orchestra (2019) *Texas Premiere
Carl Orff
Carmina Burana
performed side-by-side with the Youth Orchestras of San Antonio
This landmark concert celebrates the beginning of a new musical tradition for San Antonio, bringing together internationally acclaimed artists, remarkable local collaborators, and the next generation of musicians for one unforgettable evening.
Here is the ticket link for 1-9 tickets - https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/3A0064F28D4D5F86
Best Regards,
Karen Cramer
Group Sales Representative
Harmonium of Texas
210 802 9272
Introducing the Arts Connect Student Concert Series for 2026-27
Dear Fine Arts Directors,
Alamo City Arts is excited to announce the return of our Arts Connect Student Concert Series for the 2026-27 school year. Now entering its second year, the Student Concert Series continues a long San Antonio tradition of bringing students together to experience live music and the performing arts. Through Arts Connect, our goal is to remove barriers to arts participation and provide students across our community with access to high-quality, live artistic experiences at no cost to their schools beyond transportation.
We are thrilled to once again partner with school districts across Bexar and Guadalupe Counties that are providing venues for this year's concerts. Students will experience performances by Heart of Texas Concert Band, Alamo City Dance Company, Alamo City Mariachi Academy, Alamo City Ballet Folklorico, and Alamo City Symphony Viva. Each program is designed to inspire creativity, deepen cultural appreciation, and introduce students to music and dance in an engaging and accessible way. For many students, this may be their first opportunity to experience a live performance of this kind. While the programs are designed primarily for students in grades 4 and 5, students at other grade levels are welcome and will also benefit from these experiences.
Our 2026-27 Student Concert Series will include these concerts:
October 7 and 8 - Carnival of the Animals, presented by Heart of Texas Concert Band with Alamo City Dance Company
October 7: Steele High School; October 8: Legacy High School, Southwest ISD
This program will use music from Carnival of the Animals to introduce students to the ways composers use instruments, rhythm, melody, and movement to create musical characters and imagery.
November 4-6 - DÃa de los Muertos, presented by Alamo City Mariachi Academy and Alamo City Ballet Folklorico
November 4: Clemens High School; November 5: Edgewood Performing Arts Theater; November 6: Location TBD
This program will celebrate the music, dance, traditions, and cultural significance of DÃa de los Muertos.
March 22-24 - Variations on a Theme, presented by Alamo City Symphony Viva
March 22: Southwest High School; March 23: Location TBD; March 24: Location TBD
Variations on a Theme will introduce students to the musical concept of theme and variation, exploring how composers take a musical idea and transform it through changes in rhythm, melody, orchestration, mood, and style. The program will encourage students to actively listen for how musical ideas evolve while connecting music to creativity, imagination, and artistic expression. These concerts also support the Paint to Music contest.
Each morning will include two approximately 50-minute performances, beginning at 9:50 AM and 11:10 AM. At Southwest and Legacy High Schools, the second performance will begin at 11:30 AM. There is no cost for schools or students to attend. Schools are responsible only for transportation to and from the performance. Teachers will receive an educational guide in advance of each concert to help introduce students to the music, artists, and themes they will experience. The materials will also connect the concert content to the TEKS.
Paint to Music
We are also excited to continue our collaboration with the San Antonio Symphony League and its Paint to Music contest. Paint to Music encourages students to explore the language of classical music and discover how music can inspire creative expression through visual art. Participating students will listen to designated selections from music featured in the Student Concert Series and create original artwork inspired by what they hear. Selected winning artwork will be projected during the concerts, allowing students to see their creativity become part of the live performance experience. The San Antonio Symphony League will distribute additional information about the contest and participation process.
Registration
Registration will open in phases, with schools in each hosting district receiving an early registration opportunity before remaining seats are made available to other schools. We will send registration links prior to each opening date so that you can share them with your schools and music educators. Registration dates are:
- October Concerts - Hosting districts: August 25; All schools: September 1
- November Concerts - Hosting districts: September 14; All schools: September 21
- March Concerts - Hosting districts: October 13; All schools: Oct 20
We respectfully ask that you share this information about the Arts Connect Student Concerts with your fine arts educators, elementary music teachers, principals, and other appropriate staff so they can begin planning for the 2026-27 school year. Thank you for helping us make live arts experiences accessible to students throughout our community. We look forward to welcoming your teachers and students to Arts Connect this year.
If you have any questions, please contact us at artsconnect@alamocityarts.org. Additional information about the Student Concert Series will also be available on the Alamo City Arts website.
Warm regards,
Cory McRae
President & CEO
Alamo City Arts