Brass
Brass Band in New Haven, Connecticut
Why hire Brass?
Brass is a quintet of musicians brought together by a mutual love of music and interest in exploring the myriad performing opportunities available on brass orchestral instruments. We bring extensive orchestral experience and uncurbed personal enthusiasm to every performance we give.
If you require festive or solemn music at a special event (whether it be a banquet, a wedding, a gala party, a conference reception, or whatever), we are happy to work with you to put together a program that will best serve your needs. We have been hired by the Beinecke Library, Foxwoods Casino, the New Haven Arts Council and Yale University on many occasions to provide musical services.
Brass is great!
This is a great group! I have been attending their concerts in New Haven for about 6 years. They are always professional and entertaining, great musicians. Both their original arrangements and standards are wonderful, and they always get huge turn-outs at their concerts from a large, loyal fan base in New Haven. A fun group for concerts and events.
Review by: Jessica J.
Event Date: December 8th, 2011
Event: Concert Venue in New Haven, Connecticut
BRASS has performed twice a year at our University Library for quite a number of years. They have performed both in concert style and as accompaniment to special events. They are able to provide various types of music, from classical to jazz and from dixieland to holiday music. Our audiences always look forward to BRASS performances and appreciate their talents, professionalism,and good humor. They are very dependable as well and I would recommend their services.
Review by: D. P.
Event Date: December 8th, 2010
Event: Concert Venue in New Haven, Connecticut
About
The members of Brass are:
Drew Mazurek, trumpets. A graduate of Yale University, Drew has extensive orchestral experience, playing to approving audiences in the United States and Europe. In addition to Brass, he frequently performs with Orchestra New England
Olivia Malin, trumpets. Olivia holds a Master's of Music in trumpet performance from the Yale School of Music, and is active in music education in the New Haven area. An avid performer in diverse genres from orchestral to salsa, she brings a high level of competency and energy to her work with Brass.
Junius Johnson, french horn. Junius has performed extensively in the United States and Europe. He is an honorary member of both the United States Army Field Band and the Bermuda Regiment Band, had frequently been featured as a soloist with several of Yale's orchestras. An active freelance musician, he may be heard on the soundtrack to the 2009 film "The Brothers Bloom."
Jennifer Griggs, trombone. A graduate of the Yale School of Music, Jennifer Griggs has recently joined Brass as a full time member.
Jason Arnold, tuba. Jason is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music with a Master of Music degree. He has recorded with Joseph Alessi as a member of the Imperial Brass Band and was featured in a 2010 episode of ABC's "All My Children" with an on-camera performance role.
Personnel
Drew Mazurek: Trumpets
Olivia Malin: Trumpets
Junius Johnson: Horn
Jason Arnold: Tuba
Jennifer Griggs: Trombone
Influences
Canadian Brass
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 30 - 360 minutes
Our audiences can expect lively music masterfully played by virtuoso professional musicians. We love playing together, and it shows in our attitude and demeanor in performance. Our goal is to invite the audience into the space of expression and energy we create among our members when we are performing together as an ensemble.
Stage/Setup Requirements:
5 Chairs
Set/Song/Sequence List:
For information about our repertoire, visit our www.yale.edu/brass/repertoire
Performance Schedule
Past Booked Dates:
04-18-2012 — From Russia With Love, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, New Haven, 5:15 pm
12-07-2011 — A Very Brass Christmas, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, New Haven, 5:15 pm
11-06-2011 — Bridal Show, Omni Hotel, New Haven, 12-4 pm
09-12-2011 — Evergreen Woods, North Branford, 7:30 pm
05-03-2011 — Marble and Brass Concert, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, New Haven, CT
04-24-2011 — Easter Service, Saint Matthew's Episcopal Church, Wilton, CT
Experience
2011: 15 gigs
Available for Your
Anniversary Party, Awards Night, Casino, Christmas Party, Church Service, Concert Venue, Convention, Corporate Event, Fair, Festival, Fund Raiser, Graduation, Grand Opening, Holiday Party, Hotel, Private Party, Religious Celebration, Restaurant, Retreat, Reunion, Studio Session, Trade Show, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception
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