Brass Quintet History and Repertoire

An NYBQ/ABQ/Hughes panel discussion and a tour through history and repertoire with performances of brass quintet selections.  Learn the true history of the brass quintet, and learn why there are so many misconceptions about this history. Learn about a new, interactive web site sponsored by the ABQ that assists composers and performers with getting and disseminating information about original repertoire. Get professional recommendations about a balanced approach to repertoire programming for faculty, student and amateur groups. A playing tour through the literature with special emphasis on stylistic issues.

The Amateur Quintet

Discussion/Performances led by BCMF faculty, guest artistis. Discussion will include: selecting repertoire, forming and coaching, using creative motion to assist with stylistic/musical considerations, intonation, sound/blend, why students that play in small ensembles perform better in large ensembles, seating arrangements for effective rehearsals and performances,  and much more.

Composing and Arranging for Brass-Led by Eric Ewazen

Eric Ewazen, possibly the brass world's favorite composer will lead this session on how to compose and arrange for brass. Issues of timbre, voicing, use of mutes and much, much more.  Includes performances of Brass Quintet Composition Finalists

Student brass quintets will have the opportunity for coaching from the world's leading and most respected brass musicians.  Groups will be selected for performances on masterclasses, concerts, and each group will have an individual session with one of our guest artists.

Individual instrument workshops led by the ABQ/NYBQ/Phillips/Hughes.  (Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Bass Bone/Tuba). In addition to the basics and nuances of your instrument, other topics will  include:  What are the requirements for being a really fine chamber music performer on your instrument? What are your considerations as a performer in terms of equipment and training?  What techniques work well with chamber music that are not always utilized  in other performance genres?