46th International Saxophone Symposium
Harris Theatre, Fairfax Campus, deLaski Performing Arts Building, A323, Music Classrm/Choral Rm, Fairfax Campus, deLaski Performing Arts Building, A327C, Jazz Room, Fairfax Campus, deLaski Performing Arts Building, 3001, de Laski Rehearsal Room,…
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46th International Saxophone Symposium
Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
The 46th International Saxophone Symposium, hosted by the U.S. Navy Band, features over 150 performances, masterclasses, and lectures designed for musicians 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 .
