1996

The 1996-97 season began with a special 50th Anniversary program – Fredell Lack, violinist, with Timothy Hester assisting at the piano. Fredell Lack had performed at the first VFAA concert 50 years earlier.
January 26, 1996: The Band Tribute to Artie Shaw Featuring the “Ink Spots” and Julius La Rosa
February 23, 1996: Guildhall String Ensemble featuring Manuel Barrueco, Classical guitar
April 20, 1996: Bluebonnet Brass