Prism Alias Brass, Jonathan Bhatia, T.J. Tesh, Natalie Brooke Higgins, Timothy Dueppen, Clayton Maddox

• Duke Ellington (1899 - 1974):
• 1 Ellington: It Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing 02:56
• Florence Price (1887 - 1953):
• 2 Price: Adoration 03:18
• Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750):
• 3 Bach: Little Fugue in G Minor 03:38
• Kevin McKee (b. 1980):
• 4 McKee: Vuelta del Fuego 07:33
• Michael Kamen (1948 - 2003):
• 5 Kamen: Quintet 04:13
• Jonathan Bhatia:
• 6 Bhatia: Amazing Grace 04:24
• Harold Arlen (1905 - 1986):
• 7 Arlen: Over the Rainbow 04:13
• Jonathan Bhatia:
• 8 Bhatia: St. James Infirmary 04:59
• Ennio Morricone (1928 - 2020):
• 9 Morricone: Gabriel’s Oboe 03:06
• Georges Bizet (1838 - 1875):
• 10 Bizet: Carmen Suite 03:42
• Wilke Renwick (1921 - 2014):
• 11 Renwick: Dance 01:17
• Total Runtime 43:19

Info for Prism

When thinking of versatile instrumental setups, the brass quintet might not be the first thing that comes to mind. A grave oversight, according to Alias Brass Company, an all-American brass ensemble which aims to change any such preconceived notions with their vibrant renditions of highly diverse and inclusive music on PRISM from Big Round Records.

The versatility in terms of style, mood, and genre is absolutely stunning, whether it’s a film soundtrack (Gabriel’s Oboe, Over the Rainbow), an obelisk of Baroque music (J.S. Bach’s Little Fugue in G Minor), a Christian hymn (Amazing Grace) or a blues standard (St. James Infirmary), the Alias Brass Company navigates the territory with mesmerizing panache. Audacious and bold!

Alias Brass:

Jonathan Bhatia, trumpet
T.J. Tesh, trumpet
Natalie Brooke Higgins, horn
Timothy Dueppen, trombone
Clayton Maddox, tuba

Alias Brass
Described as “the only name for music innovation” by Martin Hackleman, formerly of the Empire and Canadian Brass, the Alias Brass, founded in 2013, is a collaboration of five uniquely talented artists and educators from across the nation. Alias Brass’ performances are comprised of standards and original compositions, along with concepts that blend virtuosic musicianship with a high level of entertainment. From Baroque and Classical, to Jazz and Pop, Alias Brass’ shows are “a sure-fire hit; chamber music of the future with something for everyone!”

The Alias Brass demonstrates their artistic range with an array of different shows that take audiences on an emotional journey by combining diverse elements of classical music, modern pop-culture, and all things in between to create an experience that is both engaging and exciting. Receiving critical acclaim for being captivating, diverse, and innovative, Alias Brass continues to dazzle audiences across the globe.

Committed to promoting an image of music that is inclusive, Alias Brass strives to fulfill their mission of ensuring that music remains sustainable and thriving in today’s society by presenting works that represent a variety of global styles, genders, and cultures. Through setting an example that powerful music can be created by and for anyone, Alias Brass creates a gateway into classical music for future musicians and music lovers alike.

Members of the Alias Brass are true champions of music education dedicated to inspiring the next generation through wide-reaching and relevant workshops for young audiences. Alias Brass is active throughout the school year providing clinics, master classes, and demonstrations to young musicians and non-musicians alike, focusing on innovation, creativity, technique, and expression through music.

No stranger to the international stage, Alias Brass has performed at such venues as the Banff Centre for the Arts Summer Music Concert Series and the International Horn Symposium in Natal, Brazil. They have also been highlighted as featured artists at the International Trumpet Guild Conference in Hershey PA. Alias Brass has been awarded professional residencies at the Rafael Mendez Brass Institute in Denver CO and the Banff Centre for the Arts in Alberta, Canada. The ensemble has performed countless concerts throughout the United States and Canada, touring extensively in such areas as the Pacific Midwest, Midwest, Texas, Georgia, California, and Missouri. Additionally, they have performed and given masterclasses across the United States as performers on the Allied Concert Services roster.

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