Sunday, December 28, 2014
uis Miguel Araya (Trumpet) born in Alajuela, Costa Rica, has played a
wide range of musical styles, ranging from classical to popular and
Latin music. He has studied music extensively both in Costa Rica and in
the United States, holding a Bachelor of Music degree from the National
Institute of Music (Costa Rica), a Master of Music degree from Loyola
University in New Orleans and a Doctorate in Music from Arizona State
University. Luis has been a member of the Costa Rica National Symphony
Orchestra since 1997. He is also on the faculty of the University of
Costa Rica. Other orchestral experiences include the Venezuela Symphony
Orchestra, the Miami Symphony Orchestra, and the Louisiana Philharmonic
Orchestra. Other festivals attended by Araya are the Rafael Mendez Brass
Institute (Denver, CO), and a Solo recital at the International Trumpet
Guild Conference 2005 in Bangkok, Thailand. http://aboutdallasbrass.com
MICHAEL LEVINE (director, trombone) is originally from St. Louis Park,
Minnesota. He first attended the University of Minnesota and then The
Juilliard School, where he received his Bachelor of Music Degree. For
three years he held the position of Assistant Principal Trombone in the
Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra. Michael founded the Dallas Brass in 1983,
and he serves as the ensemble’s trombonist, Master of Ceremonies and
Artistic Director. As an arranger, he has made significant contributions
to the Dallas Brass library. Michael has invented a device called the
WindMaster, to help wind players develop their breathing technique. More
recently, he has created the Harmony Bridge Project which is designed
to connect band and other music students with seniors in nursing homes
around the country. Michael’s favorite non-musical activity is snow
skiing. He has duel residency in Dallas, TX and Minneapolis, MN. http://aboutdallasbrass.com
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
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.
According to Mr. Levine, "a Dallas Brass concert is intended for the entire family. Our ideal audience has a range in ages from 5 to 95. Our goal is to entertain and enrich by playing great music, while showing our audience how much we enjoy what we do."
In addition to their solo engagements, the Dallas Brass 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. They have shared the stage with the late Bob Hope, have performed for Presidents Gerald Ford and George H. W. Bush, have appeared on the CBS “Early Show,” and their music has been used numerous times on the television show, “The Young & The Restless.”
The ensemble has released six recordings: Debut, Dallas Brass II, A Merry Christmas with Brass, Windborne, Nutcracker and American Musical Journey. The Dallas Brass has a strong dedication to working with young musicians, frequently going into the public schools to present clinics and workshops for students of all ages. www.dallasbrasslive.com
According to Mr. Levine, "a Dallas Brass concert is intended for the entire family. Our ideal audience has a range in ages from 5 to 95. Our goal is to entertain and enrich by playing great music, while showing our audience how much we enjoy what we do."
In addition to their solo engagements, the Dallas Brass 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. They have shared the stage with the late Bob Hope, have performed for Presidents Gerald Ford and George H. W. Bush, have appeared on the CBS “Early Show,” and their music has been used numerous times on the television show, “The Young & The Restless.”
The ensemble has released six recordings: Debut, Dallas Brass II, A Merry Christmas with Brass, Windborne, Nutcracker and American Musical Journey. The Dallas Brass has a strong dedication to working with young musicians, frequently going into the public schools to present clinics and workshops for students of all ages. www.dallasbrasslive.com
Friday, May 23, 2014
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.
According to Mr. Levine, “a Dallas Brass concert is intended for the entire family. Our ideal audience has a range in ages from 5 to 95. Our goal is to entertain and enrich by playing great music, while showing our audience how much we enjoy what we do.”
In addition to their solo engagements, the Dallas Brass 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. They have shared the stage with the late Bob Hope, have performed for Presidents Gerald Ford and George H. W. Bush, have appeared on the CBS “Early Show,” and their music has been used numerous times on the television show, “The Young & The Restless.”
The ensemble has released six recordings: Debut, Dallas Brass II, A Merry Christmas with Brass, Windborne, Nutcracker and American Musical Journey. The Dallas Brass has a strong dedication to working with young musicians, frequently going into the public schools to present clinics and workshops for students of all ages.
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According to Mr. Levine, “a Dallas Brass concert is intended for the entire family. Our ideal audience has a range in ages from 5 to 95. Our goal is to entertain and enrich by playing great music, while showing our audience how much we enjoy what we do.”
In addition to their solo engagements, the Dallas Brass 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. They have shared the stage with the late Bob Hope, have performed for Presidents Gerald Ford and George H. W. Bush, have appeared on the CBS “Early Show,” and their music has been used numerous times on the television show, “The Young & The Restless.”
The ensemble has released six recordings: Debut, Dallas Brass II, A Merry Christmas with Brass, Windborne, Nutcracker and American Musical Journey. The Dallas Brass has a strong dedication to working with young musicians, frequently going into the public schools to present clinics and workshops for students of all ages.
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