Spreading holiday cheer for all to hear! From private events to tree lightings, our brass quartet brings music to life!
Founded by trumpet player Drew Ninmer, the So Cal Holiday Brass consists of the finest brass players in Southern California. Our musicians are studio musicians for film and tv, and have performed with every major orchestra in Southern California. With nearly 50 holiday selections in our repertoire, we can perform songs from traditional Christmas carols to fun holiday sing-alongs. With over 25 performances at a dozen different locations in 2023, the So Cal Holiday Brass has quickly become the go-to group for any holiday event!
3 reviews
Bob F.
July 9, 2024I caught the brass band at Lido Marina Village in Newport. I had no idea such a thing existed. My friend and I were so blown away we got a business card and called them a few days later and booked them to play at my home for a private event during the Newport Beach Boat Parade.
Hired as: Holiday Entertainment
So Cal Holiday Brass
Thank you for the kind review Bob!
Alicia L.
July 8, 2024The group performed for the city of Huntington Beach Winter Wonderland. The addition of live music really made the event special. Many kids were getting up and dancing and the band members handed out jingle bells and sang along with them. Super cute.
Hired as: Holiday Entertainment
So Cal Holiday Brass
Thanks for your feedback Alicia, it was a pleasure to collaborate with you. We look forward to seeing you at the beach again this year!
Michelle S.
July 8, 2024I found the So Cal Holiday Brass on Instagram and reached out to Drew for a private holiday party in December of 2023 in Newport Beach. He was immediately responsive and even took song requests throughout the night. The guys were very handsome and generous with their time. I can’t recommend them enough for any function to add holiday cheer! I’ve already been in touch with Drew for this year, we can’t wait to have them back!
Hired as: Holiday Entertainment
Price range: $750-$2000
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
Our group consists of top-notch professionals. All of our musicians are musicians for a living, not hobbyists! As a professional trumpet player myself, I ensure that the quality of our group is professional in appearance, punctual, and sounding amazing.
Our group is very flexible- we do not require amplification, chairs, and we can move around and play in various locations, as long as there is enough room for us to stand.
We have 57 holiday songs to choose from, from sacred to secular, from straight ahead to jazzy swingers. We also do some sing-alongs to get the audience involved if desired.
Founded by trumpet player Drew Ninmer, the So Cal Holiday Brass consists of the finest brass players in Southern California. Our musicians are studio musicians for film and tv, and have performed with every major orchestra in Southern California. With nearly 50 holiday selections in our repertoire, we can perform songs from traditional Christmas carols to fun holiday sing-alongs. With over 25 performances at a dozen different locations in 2023, the So Cal Holiday Brass has quickly become the go-to group for any holiday event!
No amplification needed! Our group can be intimate and quiet, but can also fill up outdoor spaces as well. One comment we have gotten from a client for an outdoor candlelight walk was that our group was so much better than a traditional caroling group because they could HEAR us!
Minimal lighting is required. We do need to be able to read off our small flip folders.
Winter Wonderland
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
The Christmas Song
Hannukah Medley
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Jingle Bells
Sleigh Ride
This Christmas
Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer
Have A Holly Jolly Christmas
Away in a Manger
Xmas Rock Medley
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
And about 45 more! You name it, we probably have it in our set list!
Our influences are a mix of traditional caroling- (I have transcribed Singers Unlimited arrangements for our group), to jazzy swinging holiday carols. Our musicians are proficient in all genres of style.
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