All Saints' Memorial Concert

Name: All Saints' Memorial Concert
Start: 2025-11-02T15:00:00-06:00
Location: First Presbyterian Church Kerrville

Schedule

Sun, 02 Nov, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

First Presbyterian Church Kerrville | Kerrville, TX

All Saints Memorial Concert Scheduled November 2 at 3 PM
Fredericksburg Community Orchestras Returns to Kerrville for Second Performance of Moving Tribute
KERRVILLE, TX – The Fredericksburg Community Orchestras (FCO) and First Presbyterian Church of Kerrville will present a memorial concert for All Saints' Day honoring the victims of the devastating July 4th flood on Saturday, November 2, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Kerrville. This performance will also commemorate other loved ones lost throughout the year.
The concert is a reprise of a deeply moving memorial originally performed on August 3, 2025, which brought together string players from Kerrville and members of FCO in the immediate aftermath of the tragedy that claimed hundreds of lives across the Hill Country.
A Community United in Remembrance
The July 4th flood devastated communities along the Guadalupe River, affecting summer camps, visitors, and residents. In response, local musicians came together to create a space for communal healing through music.
"As a musician, I wondered what I could do for our community during this time," said Theresa Britt. "What emerged was one of the most meaningful musical experiences of my life—a chance to honor those we lost and help our community grieve together.”
Event Details
What: All Saints Memorial Concert
When: Saturday, November 2, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.
Where: First Presbyterian Church, Kerrville, TX
Admission: Free to our community
Performing: Fredericksburg Community Orchestras combined with Kerrville string musicians
Program Highlights
The memorial concert will feature:
Barber's Adagio for Strings – performed by chamber ensemble members
"Pass It On" – A special arrangement of the Camp Mystic anthem for string orchestra, inspired by viral video footage of campers singing this hymn during their evacuation
"Ashokan Farewell" – During which the names of flood victims will be spoken
"Dona Nobis Pacem" (Grant Us Peace) – performed by all musicians
The August memorial was conceived through collaboration with Alexandria French, a Schreiner University student, and orchestra member Brenda Boenig, who suggested the powerful tribute of speaking each victim's name during the performance.
About the Music
"Pass It On," a beloved hymn at Camp Mystic, gained renewed significance when video emerged of young campers singing it from an evacuation bus as they passed Schumacher Crossing, where floodwaters still covered the road. The arrangement for string orchestra was created specifically for this memorial.
The community is invited to join in this meaningful tribute as we remember those lost and continue the healing process together.
For more information, contact Theresa Britt at (830)294-8420. Find us on the web at www.fredericksburgorchestra.comor email [email protected]
About Fredericksburg Community Orchestras
Founded in 2011 by Theresa Britt, Fredericksburg Community Orchestras (FCO) has become a cornerstone of musical life in the Texas Hill Country. Over the past 14 years, our nonprofit organization has produced more than 75 concerts and educational events, enriching Fredericksburg and surrounding communities through string music performance and instruction.
Our community orchestra embodies intergenerational learning, creating a unique environment where young musicians develop alongside accomplished Hill Country performers. This collaborative approach benefits players of all ages and experience levels while fostering meaningful musical mentorship.
Through the dedicated vision of our board and faculty, string music continues to flourish in the Texas Hill Country, creating cultural connections and artistic opportunities for generations to come.
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