Apex Brass

Alexandria, VA

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Travels up to 150 miles

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Overview

Apex Brass is a professional brass quintet that is available to book for educational clinics, recitals, weddings, receptions, or any occasion where you would like brass music to add that extra ambiance you are looking for. From trumpet voluntary for your wedding to swing favorites and contemporary covers for a social event, we will always work directly with you to ensure that our musical selections are a perfect fit for your event.


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William R. T.

June 7, 2022
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World class experience

Apex Brass are the best. From the initial contact through the day of the gig, they were fair, flexible, and highly professional. Most importantly, the music that the ensemble performed was brilliant. The music was incredible and added joy to our 350th anniversary event at Christ Church, St. Michaels, MD.

Hired as: Brass Musician, Classical Ensemble

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 180 minutes

About

Apex Brass takes pleasure in showcasing the highest levels of brass musicianship. Having studied at some of the finest conservatories and music schools in the world and regularly performing for Presidents, dignitaries, military leaders, and full military funerals in their day jobs; Apex Brass is at home in any performing situation. Apex has performed for recital series’, social engagements, funerals, and many other types of events throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. This group of five friends and colleagues loves pushing themselves to new heights and looks forward to taking a stage near you soon!

Past booked events

September 2023

18

Monday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 11:45am

Ashburn, VA

June 2022

05

Sunday

Religious Celebration

7:30am - 12:00pm

St Michaels, MD

Set list

Below is just one example of what our involvement in your wedding ceremony could look like. We always strive to personalize our set list to the individual client.

15 minutes of prelude music such as Mouret: Rondeau, Bach: Air on the G string, Vivaldi: Largo from Winter, Pachelbel: Canon in D
Entrance of the wedding party: Holst: Jupiter from The Planets​
Bridal processional: Clarke: Trumpet Voluntary
Interlude: Bach: Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
Recessional: Purcell: Trumpet Tune
Postlude: Handel: Allegro Maestoso from Water Music

We are also happy to provide a setlist of background music ranging from classical to jazz, to pop for your cocktail hour, reception, or other social events!

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