American Brass Quintet

Praised for their incredible tones, technique and captivating repertoire, the American Brass Quintet (ABQ) will return to Aussie shores, after a four-decade hiatus, with an East Coast tour.

Both their electric chemistry and their commitment to “spreading the chamber music gospel” have been commended. Once described as the “high priests of brass”, the quintet recently received The Richard J Bogomolny National Service Award for their significant and lasting contributions to the field.

Long serving members Kevin Cobb (trumpet), Michael Powell (trombone), and John D. Rojak (bass trombone) will join their newly appointed members, Louis Hanzlik (trumpet) and Eric Reed (horn), to perform an unforgettable night of chamber music at City Recital Hall Angel Place.

Combining contemporary with classic Renaissance music, Rojak, guarantees a memorable night of beautiful music.

“It promises to be a show of music that may be unfamiliar, but it will still entertain a new listener. The sound of five brass in itself can be majestic and moving.”

With a string of gigs and a new CD potentially in the pipeline, Rojak assures that their focus is their Australian tour.

“The stars have finally aligned and this incarnation of the ABQ is incredibly excited to have a chance to experience your fantastic continent while sharing our music.” (EC)

May 19 & 31, City Recital Hall, 2-12 Angel Place, Sydney, $47-100, (02) 8256 2222, cityrecitalhall.com

BY ELISE CULLEN