Empire Brass
Empire Brass is a brass quintet from the United States. The group was founded in 1972. The original members met at Tanglewood Music Center in 1970.Description and history
The quintet chose its name after performing in New York City. They continue to tour regularly in North America, Europe, and Asia. They have been the Faculty Quintet-in-Residence at Boston University since 1976.
The Empire Brass have appeared on Good Morning America, Today Show and Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. They also make joint concert appearances with organist Douglas Major.Members
As of May 2015, its members include:
Previous members include:
- Rolf Smedvig, trumpet, founder; died April 27, 2015
- Sam Pilafian, tuba, founder; died April 5, 2019.
