The Westwind Brass, San Diego's premier professional brass ensemble and Ensemble-in-Residence at San Diego State University School of Music and Dance, announces their Summer Brass Workshop from July 10-14, 2017 from 1-4pm followed by a free concert on July 15 at 1pm. The workshop is open to brass players of all ages and abilities and will provide opportunities for master classes, coaching, solo and ensemble playing in classical and jazz styles. Registration costs $150 for students/military and $175 for adults and can be completed online at westwindbrass.org.

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CONTACT:
Susan J. Farese
SJF Communications
408-398-5940
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Westwind Brass Announces Summer Brass Workshop
At SDSU School of Music & Dance
July 10-14, 2017, 1 pm – 4 pm
Free Concert July 15 at 1 p.m.
(San Diego, CA July 3, 2017) The Westwind Brass, San Diego's premier professional brass
ensemble, and Ensemble-in-Residence at the San Diego State University (SDSU) School of
Music and Dance, announces their exciting interactive ‘Summer Brass Workshop’ at SDSU, July
10-14, 2017, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. followed by a free afternoon concert with participant
ensembles, Saturday, July 15 at 1 p.m.
The Westwind Brass Ensemble, includes Elizabeth Howard, John Wilds and Karl Soukup
(trumpets), Barry Toombs (horn), Eric Starr (trombone) and Bryan Smith (tuba).
“After more than 30 years, Westwind Brass Ensemble remains committed to serving the
diverse communities that make up this great city of San Diego. We pledge to serve not only the
San Diego that we know, but also the San Diego of the future."
- Westwind Brass Executive Director: Barry Toombs (French Horn)
“This workshop is open to brass instrument players of all ages and ability levels. Participants will
have the opportunity to play a lot, and explore a wide range of ensemble types and musical
styles, such as brass quintets, trios, and solos, in both the classical and jazz styles. Each day
will close with a large brass ensemble. An emphasis will be places on fun and harmony!"
– Westwind Brass Director of Educational and Outreach Programs: Bryan Smith

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Activities will include: Master Classes, Sectional Coaching, Ensemble Playing, Individual and
Group Performances. Private lessons will be made available during the mornings for an
additional fee.
In addition to the more traditional brass instrument training and ensemble experiences, this
workshop will feature these mini-seminars:
"How to Start Improvising"
"Who Has the Time? The Road to an Efficient, Sustainable Practice Routine"
"How to Learn and Perform a Solo"
"Using Technology to Make Your Music, and Get It Heard"
Plus: “A Tour of the SDSU School of Music and Dance Facilities”.
Price Information for Summer Workshop: Students/Military: $150.00; Adults: $175.00.
Register Online at www.westwindbrass.org or call 619-665-9125
(Credit Card or PayPal accepted).
Registration Form:
http://westwindbrass.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/wb-registration-form2017.pdf
More info: http://westwindbrass.org/education-school-programs/summer-brass-workshop/
Location:
San Diego State University School of Music and Dance,
5500 Campanile Dr., San Diego, CA 92182
http://music.sdsu.edu/index.php/about/map
For More Information: Contact Westwind Brass
Phone: 619-665-9125 or email: info@westwindbrass.org. Or visit: Westwind Brass
For Media Inquiries: SJF Communications; 408-398-5940 sjfcommunications@gmail.com.
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The Westwind Brass exists to broaden and enrich the musical legacy of local, national and
international audiences through performance and educational services featuring brass
instruments and music. Westwind Brass musicians perform in various configurations of featuring
the unique timbre of brass instruments and performing the brass repertoire at a high artistic
level. Westwind Brass is a 501(c) (3) Public Benefit Corporation. For more information, visit
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