Welcome New Longhorn Band Seniors!
Now that the 2018 LHB Band Banquet is behind us and graduation is just around the corner, you are now all cordially invited to become official members of the Longhorn Alumni Band… Congratulations, and welcome!LHAB began in 1964 with only 67 members and has since grown to over 4,000 members spanning seven different countries. We are so excited to have you join us as the newest generation of the Alumni Band, and we sincerely hope that you will connect with us and become involved.
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Be part of The Blast from the Past
Here are some of the exciting things that happen in LHAB! There are many opportunities available to you all around the State of Texas in our local chapters.
1. LHAB Playing Events: We perform throughout the year-- area chapters of the Alumni Band are invited to perform for various functions, such as weddings, parties, parades, etc., in return for donations to the Scholarship Fund. These occasions provide additional opportunities for socializing for the members who participate. There are LHAB chapters in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. For information about upcoming playing events and other important info, visit http://www.lhab.org/the-blast- blog
There is already a playing event coming up on June 2nd … this could be your first gig with LHAB in Austin! More information is coming soon
2. Traveling on awesome trips-- LHAB has been invited to the 75th D-Day Anniversary in Normandy, France in June 2019 to participate and serve as the main musical ensemble celebrations. Registration for this unique opportunity is now open! For more information, visit http://www.lhab.org/normandy-info
3. Attending Alumni Band Day—LHAB meets annually for Alumni Band Day - our yearly designated UT home game for a weekend of camaraderie, performing together, and the Business Meeting. Our Friday Family Fun Fest also provides opportunities for families to interact and catch-up. On game day, LHAB and LHB each perform half-time shows of their own and then combine (often numbering over 1,000 in total) to perform for the ever-appreciative DKR-Texas Memorial audience. No doubt you've done this a few times already, so you know the drills; (entrance, wall-to-wall, Script Texas, etc.) Do you know what the Robinson Block is?
*For all Alumni Band playing events, we wear black pants with black shoes, socks, and a white collared or polo shirt. LHAB will provide a burnt orange vest.
Membership has its privileges...
Annual membership is just $15 for individuals and $25 for couples, and comes with:
- Invitation to register for Band Day each year
- With registration, your seat in the stadium for Band Day
- Invitation to attend the LHAB Friday Family Fun Fest the evening prior to Band Day
- Alumni Band Member Access to the online directory on our website which allows you to stay in touch with fellow members
- LHAB playing opportunities to perform at area events throughout the year to help raise scholarship funds
Your first year* in LHAB is free!
*First year free applies only to your first-year removed from LHB.
The "Blast from the Past" represents all of the pride and spirit of countless LHB generations and always looks forward to their next appearance as ann alum of the Showband of the Southwest. We hope that you will become a part of our history by keeping your annual membership active!
LHAB Swag:
Want to purchase some fabulous LHAB swag? Go to our online LHAB store where you can shop for a variety of spirit items, including a white dri-fit polo shirt that you can wear to Band Day and playing events: BUY HERELHAB Scholarship Fund:
We also welcome you to contribute to the 501(c)(3) non-profit LHAB Charitable Fund to support worthy Longhorn Band student scholarships. No donation is too small, and you can give online anytime! Your cumulative donations earn awards over time. Membership dues, scholarship-specific gifts, and donations for playing gigs all contribute to this fund. Click Here to make an online donation. If you are interested in making a donation to create a named scholarship or an endowment, please contact us.You loved Longhorn Band during your college years… Longhorn Alumni Band makes those memories last a lifetime! We are happy to have you, and we hope to see you very soon.