Sacramento Symphonic Winds’ Small Ensembles
Many of the members of the Sacramento Symphonic Winds perform in small instrumental ensembles as well. These smaller groups perform independently from our full symphonic band and are typically available to provide music for weddings, funerals, parties, events, conventions, etc. where a smaller, more intimate musical experience is appropriate.
Each of the associate ensembles listed below includes at least one musician from the SSW as a member. Click on the group’s listed contact person to receive further information or to arrange a booking.
| Backyard Brass Quintet | Brass Quintet | tubassw@gmail.com |
| Sacramento Brass Quintet | Brass Quintet | Cristine Hancock |
| Toot Sweet Brass Co. | Brass Quintet | George Preston |
| BRASSY! | Brass Quintet | Fred Lange |
| Flutesong4 | Flute Quartet | Irene Warschauer |
Backyard Brass Quintet
Cris Hancock – trumpet
Vicky Langer – trumpet
Anne Katz – french horn
Bill Carmody – euphonium
David Katz – tuba
Sacramento Brass Quintet
The Sacramento Brass Quintet (SBQ) was formed in 2010. From its inception SBQ’s objective has been to perform in smaller forums providing its members the ability to feature their respective instruments.
Sacramento Brass Quintet members include, Maurice Montgomery – trumpet, Cristine Hancock – trumpet, Carmelo Farrugia – horn, Steve Kohlbacher – trombone and Dave Smith – tuba.
We have all played professionally in differing degrees and have the ability to play a wide variety of musical styles including classical, jazz and contemporary music as written for quintet.
The Sacramento Brass Quintet can provide provide a unique musical atmosphere for corporate events, holiday celebrations, weddings, anniversaries, art shows or any special occasion.
Toot Sweet Brass Co
Toot Sweet Brass Co. is a quintet of professional and semi-professional brass musicians featuring Bob Runnels and Erik Rose – trumpets, Cristine Hancock – alto horn, George Preston – euphonium, and Dave Smith – tuba.
Founded in 2008, we play contemporary pieces written for brass quintet as well as arrangements of older and modern classics.
With our variety of music and virtuoso interpretations, we bring an enjoyably different meaning to the concept of “chamber music,” as we’ve demonstrated in many performances in public buildings, receptions, weddings, holiday church services, and group living facilities.
BRASSY!
BRASSY! (formed in 2013) is proud to be part of the continued progress in the art and joy of brass music. We specialize in performing music ranging from popular tunes, dancing music, traditional pieces, and liturgical works. We have welcoming audiences at Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions, Concerts, Formal and Informal Parties, Special Events, Winery Events, Worship Service Enhancement, Educational Support and Educational Outreach.
Members include: Colin Matthewson, Fred Lange (trumpets), Tim Smith (horn), Don Willems (trombone) and Eliseo Paniagua (tuba).
For more information see our website www.brassy5.com or contact us at flange@dcn.org
