Todd Brunel Musical Groups
Overview
My name is Todd Brunel and I'm a professional clarinetist, sax player and woodwind doubler. I provide live solo, duo, trio, quartet or large group ensembles for your function. I specialize in performing a wide range of musical styles including: Jazz, Classical, World Music, Rhythm 'n Blues and work with some of the best musicians in the northeast.
I can also compose and arrange music for your special event and help you plan. Imagine a new song with a special dedication or some of your favorite music presented in a new and exciting way, music that is elegant and swinging.
"Tremendous virtuosity and heart." -The Globe
Reviews
4 reviews
Joan K.
November 23, 2025Made the Night!
I can't say enough good things about Todd Brunel and his band. They played for our animal rescue fundraising gala, and they were fabulous! Their music was perfect for a lively celebration; our guest clapped after every sing, and loved the music. I highly recommend the group and would definitely hire them again!
Hired as: Swing Band
Chris W.
June 30, 2025Outstanding, 10/10, A+
Todd's quartet was the perfect choice for our big event. We couldn't have been happier w/ their world-class musicianship, friendly and professional demeanour, flexibility (accommodating and incorporating requested covers into a thoughtfully curated setlist), helpfulness in supporting my use of their mic and PA during a setbreak to say a few words and play my daughter a song on my guitar....
So many people commented on how great Todd and the rest of the quartet sounded. It made for the perfect vibe, and I recommend them wholeheartedly. Looking fwd to booking them again when we can.
Hired as: Jazz Band
Todd Brunel Musical Groups
Chris thank you so much! What a beautiful day it was, I'm so grateful that you chose to work with us!
Gina B.
June 27, 2025Fantastic!!!!
I can't praise them enough! Great music! Not only were they so talented they helped when our party got thrown off schedule and we needed the music to play longer!
So grateful for them!! Would hire again!! They saved the day!!!!
Will not disappoint!!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Natasha B.
April 6, 2025Todd Brunel
Todd and his group played at a nonprofit gala we planned. He was responsive, listened to our requests and easy to work with!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Booking information
Price range: $200-$2000 and up
Unions: 9-535
What to expect
We love to play music for all occasions, from concert halls to dance halls. I am primarily a clarinetist and sax player who plays a wide range of styles and work with the very best musicians in the Boston area, servicing all of New England. We can provide a solo, duo, trio quartet and any larger ensemble you may require for your event.
I have over 30 years of experience work with clients from all over the world. My groups have played throughout the United States and Europe, many of our recordings are featured on PBS and are available for streaming through all media services.
About
Todd Brunel is a critically acclaimed clarinetist and sax player who performs extensively as a classical and jazz musician. He has worked with such artists as The Irish Tenors, Judy Collins, Andy Pratt, John Tchicai, Lawrence ‘Butch’ Morris, poet Regie Gibson, Garrison Fewell, Bobby Watson, David Maxwell, Celtic Women, Jonathan Stout and His Campus Five, Guo Yhazhi, and many others. He has worked and recorded with the Whites Snakes Projects, WGBH Television,The Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra, Opera Ebony of Harlem, Music At Eden’s Edge and the legendary White Heat Swing Orchestra. Many of his recordings can be found on Innova Recordings, Revello Records, PBS, Creative Nation Music, Leo Records, and Navona Records. Brunel was in the band for Front Porch Arts Collective’s 2022 critically acclaimed productions of Ain't Misbehavin’. His current original music projects include: Know Orchestra, Dr Dougies Dangerous Delights, Peter Cassino and Friends, Improbable Beasts, The David Haas Group: Coalition of the Willing, Tom Casale's No Bad Parts, The Roaring Foxes, Occasional Brass, and Jerome Deupree's Listen to This. He was an original founding member of Musaner (Music of Armenia re-imagined), The Lilli Lewis Project and The Eric Hofbauer Quintet. He holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from the Boston Conservatory where he was a student of Atilio Poto and a Master of Music Degree from Brooklyn College Conservatory where he was a graduate assistant to professor Paul Shelden.
Services offered
Past booked events
May 2026
16
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Hudson, NH
November 2025
22
Saturday
Fundraiser
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Weston, MA
August 2025
30
Saturday
Retirement Community Event
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Medway, MA
June 2025
29
Sunday
House Party
3:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Duxbury, MA
26
Thursday
Corporate Event
11:30am - 12:15pm
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Somerville, MA
April 2025
04
Friday
Fundraiser
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Boston, MA
January 2025
11
Saturday
No Bad Patts
8:00pm - 10:00pm