Free Ensemble Performances
Throughout the festival, attend an array of student performances
8:00 am—5:40 pm daily • Amarillo Civic Center, Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, Amarillo College Washington St. campus.
The Amarillo Symphony is proud to host the annual Greater Southwest Music Festival on May 1-3, 2025, right here in downtown Amarillo, TX.
♪ One of the largest and most recognized music festivals in the Southwest!
♪ Over 9,000 students – elementary through high school programs.
♪ Expert critique and adjudication from top music directors.
♪ Trophies and recognition at every level.
♪ Attractions include Wonderland Theme Park, Palo Duro Canyon, Cadillac Ranch, and more!
PRE-ORDER PATCHES AND MORE!
Patches will sell for $10.00 each at the GSW Music Festival. We are offering an advance bulk purchase price; 15 or more for $8.00 each if you wish to order for your entire group prior to the Greater Southwest Music Festival. Advance patch orders must be received not later than April 25, 2025 and should be emailed to sales@GotPrideUSA.com.
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2025 Special Events:
Amarillo College Concert Choirs Performance:
Friday, May 2 @ 12:00 pm • Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts
Free Admission!
Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser Student Leadership Workshop: Open to participating groups with 11th- & 12th-grade student leadership; max of 2 student participants from each organization.
Friday, May 2 @ 3:00 pm • Location TBD
WTAMU Showcase of Music Performance: Enjoy a night of music with a return of the WTAMU School of Music’s student ensemble showcase!
Friday, May 2 @ 7:30 pm • Civic Center Auditorium
Free Admission!
Awards Ceremony Performances: Celebrate Festival honorees as they perform at the 2025 awards ceremony.
Saturday, May 3 @ 7:00 pm • Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts
Free Admission!
♪ Bowie Middle School Orchestra • Fabian Saldaña, Director
♪ Bonham Middle School Men’s Choir • Lizzie Manfredi, Director
Free Ensemble Performances: Throughout the festival, attend an array of student performances
8:00 am—5:40 pm daily • Civic Center, Globe-News Center, AC Washington St. campus
For more information, please contact: gswmfestival@amarillosymphony.org
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The Amarillo Symphony is proud to carry on the legacy of the Greater Southwest Music Festival!
For more information about GSWMF 2025, click on the button below.
For more information, please contact:
Education staff (806) 376-8782, x1115 or gswmfestival@amarillosymphony.org
Best in Class 2025
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Orchestra
Bowie Middle School • Amarillo, TX
Band
Canyon High School • Canyon, TX
Choir
Heritage High School • Frisco, TX
Orchestras
HS Full Orchestra
Palo Duro High School • Amarillo, TX
HS Varsity Orchestra
Tascosa High School • Amarillo, TX
HS Non-Varsity Orchestra
Frenship High School • Wolfforth, TX
MS Varsity Orchestra
Bowie Middle School • Amarillo, TX
MS Non-Varsity Orchestra
El Dorado Community School • El Dorado, NM
6th Grade Orchestra
Bonham Middle School • Amarillo, TX
Elementary Orchestra
St. Andrew's Episcopal School • Amarillo, TX
Bands
Lg. HS Varsity Band
Tascosa High School • Amarillo, TX
Sm. HS Varsity Band
Canyon High School • Canyon, TX
Lg. HS Non-Varsity Band
Frenship High School • Wolfforth, TX
Lg. MS Varsity Band
Nimitz Middle School • Odessa, TX
Sm. MS Varsity Band
Canyon Junior High School • Canyon, TX
Lg. MS Non-Varsity Band
Fannin Middle School • Amarillo, TX
Sm. MS Non-Varsity Band
Lubbock Cooper Middle School • Lubbock, TX
Lg. School Beginning Band
Bowie 6th Grade Campus • Amarillo, TX
Sm. School Beginning Band
Lubbock Cooper Middle School • Lubbock, TX
Jazz Bands & Show Choirs
HS Jazz Band
Clovis High School • Clovis, NM
MS Jazz Band
Roosevelt Middle School • Tijeras, NM
HS Show Choir
Guymon High School • Guymon, OK
ES Show Choir
Yarbro Elementary School • Lovington, NM
Choirs
HS Varsity Mixed Choir
Heritage High School • Frisco, TX
HS Non-Varsity Mixed Choir
Shallowater High School • Shallowater, TX
MS Varsity Treble Choir
Heritage Middle School • Lubbock, TX
MS Varsity Tenor/Bass Choir
Bonham Middle School • Amarillo, TX
MS Non-Varsity Mixed Choir
Gattis Middle School • Clovis, NM
MS Non-Varsity Treble Choir
Bonham Middle School • Amarillo, TX
6th Grade Choir
De Zavala Middle School • Amarillo, TX
Elementary Choir
Western Plateau Elementary • Amarillo, TX
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