AMS Mission:
To provide educational and performance opportunities to
America's outstanding student ensembles to tour and perform in
historic locations worldwide while commemorating the past and
celebrating the future with music.
2012 EVENTS
Civil War Sesquicentennial -
Branson, Missouri
On April 12, 1861, Confederate troops opened fire on
Fort Sumpter in South Carolina. The bombardment of
cannon and gunfire lasted for 34 hours, ultimately
ending with the surrender of the Union soldiers. Though
only one man was killed in the engagement, this battle
began the bloodiest war on United States soil: The Civil
War.
The Sesquicentennial Commemoration of the American Civil
War will commence in 2011. As part of this tribute, your
performing ensemble is cordially invited to perform in
Branson, Missouri in the American Musical Salute:
American Civil War Sesquicentennial . This historic
concert series will take place beginning in April, 2011,
and will continue through 2015. Concerts will be staged
in state-of-the-art theater as well as a feature
performance at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield.
2012
Event Dates include:
March 29 - April 1
April 12 - 15
May 3 - 6
May 24 - 27
The outcome of this war changed the course of world
history. Its impact continues to be felt in the lives of
all Americans. Every state must be represented.
Outstanding bands, choirs and orchestras from across the
country will be invited to attend.
