The Motor City Brass Quintet

In their efforts to promote all styles of music to children, the MCBQ has uniquely designed programs for all ages. All programs include Q&A sessions. Presentations run between 45 minutes and 1 hour.

Introduction of the Instruments:
Quintet members demonstrate and discuss their respective instrument. The quintet performs selections which feature each instrument soloist.

Peter and the Wolf:
Sergei Prokofiev's classic composition has been arranged for brass quintet, piano, drums, and narrator. This piece is about a half-hour and along with questions and answers makes for a nice presentation. The program is rounded out with other light musical selections. *** Listen to a sample ***

A Musical Journey-500 Years of Music:
The quintet performs music from various periods dating from the 1500's to the present day. Quintet members discuss and specifically demonstrate the characteristics of each style.

Brass Teamwork-An Introduction to Chamber Music:
Quintet members perform in various settings: solos, duos, trios, quartets, and quintets. It provides a setting to hear what the the instruments sound like in various combinations. Various aspects of chamber music are discussed.

For music students only:

Rehearsal Techniques:
Through instruction and demonstration, students are coached on efficient rehearsal methods and musical issues that arise when performing in a small brass ensemble.

Individual and Group Instruction also available.

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