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Overview
Genuine Brass are Chicago-based professional musicians that genuinely love making music and sharing it with others. Our repertoire ranges from pop to classical to jazz and more, depending on the request of our clients. We are in demand for wedding ceremonies, parties, recital performances, graduations, church events.
We perform primarily as a brass quintet with the capability of adding percussion and/or piano.
Each member of Genuine Brass is passionate about creating artistry through sound for you to enjoy.
(We enjoy it too.)
Reviews
5 reviews
George G.
July 27, 2024Outstanding
Bennett was fantastic on trumpet and an absolute blast to work with. I Highly recommend him, and Rachel, and Genuine Brass.
Hired as: Trumpet Player
Catherine H.
April 15, 2023Worship service
The trumpet player was ready to go. Knew the music and made everything easy.
Hired as: Trumpet Player
Genuine Brass
Thank you so much for your kind words---you were wonderful to work with!
Jeff N.
April 19, 2022Majestic addition to our Easter service
Genuine Brass provided an incredible addition to our 2022 Easter Sunday service. The congregation was so happy to have them after two years of Covid-restricted worship. The players all did a great job blending with our small choir while still filling the space with a majestic sound.
Hired as: Brass Musician
Jamin H.
September 2, 2021Great job!
My school superintendent, principal, and all the teachers and students appreciated the performance at our annual Red Carpet event to welcome the students back to school. You all did a wonderful job - very professional! I will definitely hire this group again if the need arises!
Hired as: Brass Musician
Nick J.
January 6, 2020Truly professional!
Genuine Brass added so much class and professionalism to our December holiday concert. The ensemble arrived, ready to rehearse and ready to jump right in. They were flexible and easy to work with. I highly recommend working with them! We will be calling them in the future, for sure!
Hired as: Brass Musician
Genuine Brass
Thank you, Nick! Working with your choirs was a true pleasure for GB as well!
Booking information
Price range: $550 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 45 - 180 minutes
What to expect
When you book with Genuine Brass you can expect:
-Reliable service: we deliver what is promised.
-Prompt communication.
-Reasonable & upfront fees for professional services.
-High quality musicianship.
-Low stress or stress-free interactions and booking process.
About
Genuine Brass are Chicago-based professional musicians that genuinely love making music and sharing it with others. Our repertoire ranges from classical to pop to jazz and beyond. We have a large library of repertoire and love creating new arrangements to serve the needs of our clients. Genuine Brass is in demand for wedding ceremonies, parties, recital performances, graduations, church events, hymn sings, choral concerts and more.
Established in Elgin, IL, this group consists of some of the most versatile and passionate brass players in the Chicago area.
We sincerely promise that every note you hear from us comes from a place of joy. Each member of Genuine Brass is passionate about creating artistry through sound for you to enjoy.
(We enjoy it too.)
Additional booking notes
Genuine Brass can perform in any setting that will fit five chairs and musicians!
Services offered
Past booked events
October 2025
18
Saturday
Teen Birthday Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
November 2024
10
Sunday
Nonprofit Event
9:30am - 10:30am
•
Des Plaines, IL
July 2024
26
Friday
Wedding Reception
8:00pm - 11:00pm
•
South Bend, IN
April 2023
08
Saturday
Religious Celebration
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Verona, WI
April 2022
17
Sunday
Worship Service
8:30am - 10:30am
•
Elgin, IL
September 2021
01
Wednesday
Campus Event
6:30am - 7:30am
•
Glendale, WI
December 2020
22
Tuesday
Worship Service
11:00am - 12:30pm
•
Madison, WI
09
Wednesday
Worship Service
11:00am - 12:30pm
•
Madison, WI
December 2019
21
Saturday
Christmas Party
10:00pm - 10:15pm
•
Chicago, IL
Set list
We have a broad range of repertoire with over 800 pieces of quintet music. Categories for music include:
Pop Music (Beatles,movie music, Clapton, musicals, John Williams etc)
Jazz (Chuck Mangione/Paul Desmond
Classical (all standard wedding repertoire)
Renaissance
Orchestral/Wind Literature (Vaughan Williams, Holst, Gabrieli)
Baroque
Hymns
and more.......!
Setup requirements
Five chairs (no arms)
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