CONCERT RECITALS
AMPLIFIED: Masterpieces of Past and Present. This new concert features incredible works of art by women composers of the Renaissance and Baroque eras as well as works of living composers. Featuring compositions by Claudia Francesca Rusca, Friederike Sophie Wilhelmine, Barbara Strozzi, Leonora Duarte, Florence Price, Augusta Read Thomas, Kari Watson, and Reena Esmail.
Hailed as “a remarkable experience fusing musical performance, visual imagery, and compelling scientific presentations”, LIMITLESS is a live multimedia concert experience exploring the boundless connection between humankind and the furthest reaches of the cosmos. With original compositions and transcriptions paired with stunning visuals and reactive sound-to-video effects, Limitless is an engaging, immersive show that ventures beyond the traditional boundaries of the concert hall.
LOVE, MYSTERY AND DESPAIR is a passionate affair with the romance, mystery, and intrigue of Latin Music. Highlighting Astor Piazzolla’s mastery of tangos, Cacilda Borges Barbosa’s luscious harmonies, and a new, bossa-inspired composition from Lillian Yee, Axiom explores the vast wealth of musical idioms from Latin origins.
RESIDENCIES AND EDUCATION
Transdisciplinary Residency
Unlock the power of creative exploration through Axiom Brass’s Transdisciplinary Residency. This unique program combines musicians and scholars to create innovative works of art inspired by your department’s research. Experience the fusion of music and academia, and break the mold of conventional art forms. This residency features collaborative workshops, lectures, and seminars, culminating in a show that combines your department's research with the energy of Axiom Brass.
Educational Concerts
Bring the gift of music to young audiences in your community. Our engaging and interactive Educational Concerts inspire youths and enrich their lives. Axiom’s musical excursions to different countries and cultures provide a unique opportunity to explore the world through music. Join us in introducing music to the lives of those who need it most, and help us create a brighter future through music.
Masterclasses
Axiom Brass offers a variety of Masterclasses focused on helping students of all ages improve their musicianship and technical skills. These classes cover topics such as practicing, the business of making music, non-profit creation, ensemble sectionals, individual instrument masterclasses, creating a chamber music ensemble, composer's workshop, brass methods, and lecture-recitals.
CONCERTS WITH ENSEMBLE
Concerto with Wind Ensemble
The repertoire for Brass Quintet and Wind Ensemble is constantly growing. Whether premiering a new work or performing a standard concerto, Axiom Brass displays their virtuosity and excitement in an inspiring collaboration. Axiom’s repertoire includes Lansing McLoskey’s What We Do Is Secret, David Gillingham’s Quintessence, James Stephenson’s Dodecafecta, John Wasson’s Tangents, Jeff Tyzik’s New York Cityscape, Fischer Tull’s Concerto Grosso, and Anthony Plog’s Concerto 2010.
Concerto with Orchestra
Axiom Brass brings the same blend and sensitivity of chamber music to the front of the orchestra. The quintet’s concerto repertoire includes Jose Vincent Egea’s Fantasia Flamenca, Lluis Vidal’s Concerto for Brass Quintet and Orchestra, Eric Ewazen's Shadowcatcher, Bernard Rands’ Adieu, Ramon Zupko's Vox Naturae, Gerard Schwarz’s Concerto, and Gunther Schuller’s Diptych, as well as new commissions.
