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About the Dallas Brass…
Since its founding in 1983, by Michael Levine, the Dallas Brass has
become one of America’s foremost musical ensembles. The group has
established a unique blend of traditional brass instruments with a full
complement of drums and percussion, which creates a performing entity
of extraordinary range and musical challenges. The Dallas Brass
repertoire includes classical masterpieces, Dixieland, swing, Broadway,
Hollywood and patriotic music.
In addition to their solo engagements, the Dallas Brass also appears with
symphony orchestras nationwide. Symphonic credits include the
Cincinnati Pops conducted by Erich Kunzel, New York Pops conducted by
Skitch Henderson, and the Philly Pops conducted by Peter Nero. The
Dallas Brass has performed at Carnegie Hall, the John F. Kennedy Center
in Washington, DC, and has toured overseas to Europe and the Far East.
The ensemble has released five recordings:
Debut, Dallas Brass II, A
Merry Christmas with Brass, Nutcracker
and a pop/jazz studio recording,
Windborne
.
The Dallas Brass has a strong dedication to working with young
musicians, frequently going into the public schools to present clinics and
concerts for students of all ages. A major emphasis in clinics is the topic of
breathing.
www.dallasbrass.com
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