ALTON - The Alton Youth Symphony will offer a concert titled “An Evening of Service and Americana Music” to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States.At 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at St. Paul Episcopal Church in Alton, the symphony’s chamber strings group will perform music from the Civil War to contemporary tunes. Ann Geiler, director of AYS, explained that the goal is to honor service members and celebrate Americana music while showcasing the hard work of the young ...