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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

WHO: The Austin Symphony Orchestra
DATE: October 11, 2006
CONTACT: Don Hill, Director of Public Relations - 476-6064 x 213

AUSTIN SYMPHONY PRESENTS DON MCLEAN FOR MARCH POPS

Jim Reagan, Executive Director of the Austin Symphony Orchestra (ASO) announced today that due to family circumstances, David Gates of Bread has cancelled his appearance for the March 17 Sarah & Ernest Butler Pops concert. In replacement, the ASO is fortunate to welcome legendary artist Don McLean.

Known for such hits as “Vincent (Starry, Starry Night)” and “American Pie,” Don McLean has been hailed as “the voice of the century” by such artists as Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison. As one of the most renowned singer/songwriters of our time, McLean’s music influenced generations of future performers. His over 20 critically acclaimed albums span over 30 years. He again achieved chart-topping recognition when “American Pie” was voted number 5 in a poll of the 365 “Songs of the Century” compiled by the Recording Industry Association of America and the National Endowment for the Arts. The song has also been inducted into the Grammy© Hall of Fame and has earned McLean induction into the National Academy of Popular Music Songwriter’s Hall of Fame. Join Maestro Peter Bay and the Austin Symphony for an evening you will not want to miss.

The Austin Symphony presents Don McLean, Saturday, March 17, 2007, 8:00 pm at Riverbend Centre. Tickets are $25 & $40. Tickets previously purchased for David Gates will be honored for this concert. Please call the Box Office for more information. Charge tickets online at www.austinsymphony.org where you will find interactive seating maps, price options and a wealth of concert information. Tickets are also available at the Austin Symphony Box Office, 11th and Red River or call 476-6064 or 1-888-4-MAESTRO (toll-free).