Name: 46th International Saxophone Symposium
Start: 2026-01-09T12:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-10T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Center for the Arts

The International Saxophone Symposium features a mix of performances, masterclasses and lectures that are free and open to the public.
About this Event

The 46th International Saxophone Symposium, hosted by the U.S. Navy Band, features over 150 performances, masterclasses and lectures designed for musicians and enthusiasts of all ages. The event is open to the public and no tickets are required.

First hosted in 1978, the International Saxophone Symposium features world-renowned saxophonists while highlighting the prominence of the saxophone in both classical and jazz literature.

The U.S. Navy Concert Band will perform a concert at 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 9 with featured soloists Makoto Hondo, Steven Banks, and Musician 1st Class Harrison Clarke. The U.S. Navy Band Commodores will perform a concert on Saturday, Jan. 10 at 8 p.m. with special guest Walter Smith III. For more information and to find the schedule of events please visit the U.S. Navy Band’s website.