With featured soloists Nicolas Prost, ~Nois Saxophone Quartet, and Senior Chief Musician Jonathan Yanik

The 47th International Saxophone Symposium, hosted by the U.S. Navy Band, features more than 150 performances, masterclasses and lectures designed for musicians of all ages. 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.

Friday evening's concert will feature the U.S. Navy Concert Band with traditional and contemporary band repertoire and classical saxophone works. Featured soloists will include Nicolas Prost, ~Nois Saxophone Quartet and Senior Chief Musician Jonathan Yanik.

This event is open to the public and no tickets are required. The U.S. Navy Band Commodores will also perform a concert on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 8 p.m., with special guest Ben Wendel. For more information on the symposium happening Jan. 8–9, please visit the U.S. Navy Band’s website.