Connaught Brass

PROGRAMME JS BACH Fantasia super: Komm, heiliger Geist RAMEAU arr. FOSTER Selections from Dardanus GF HANDEL arr. BARNES Largo from Xerxes VICTOR EWALD Quintet No 2, Op 6 JS BACH Little Fugue in G Minor DANI HOWARD 2025 commission FELIX BLUMENFELD arr. AKUGBO Sarabande FAURE arr. FOSTER Pavane KURT WEILL arr. FOSTER Threepenny Opera Winners of the inaugural Philip Jones International Brass Ensemble Competition and the Royal Overseas League Competition, Connaught Brass seek to redefine how brass chamber music is perceived. Blending a deep respect for the genre?s rich heritage with a fresh, youthful perspective, their performances are not only marked by vibrance and boldness, but with warmth and approachability, reflecting the strong camaraderie at the heart of the ensemble. Through brand-new commissions, audience-favourite arrangements and a commitment to originality, Connaught Brass breathe new life into tradition, offering a unique and engaging concert experience with the ultimate goal of bringing brass chamber music to the forefront of today?s musical world. ? TICKETS General admission: ?22 Family Ticket: ?30 for two adults, or ?15 for one adult, when accompanying one or more children NHS staff, Universal Credit recipients (with ID) ?5 (purchase at the door or book via janemuir72@gmail.com) Free entry for members, children, students under 26 (with card) and accompanying carers Seats are not numbered. The venue is a church with comfortable seating. Please note there are some pillars. It is accessible for wheelchair users as there are no steps, and free parking is available by the church and on surrounding roads.