Colorado Symphony free brass quintet concert in Stapleton 8/27

Aug. 22, 2011 - PRLog -- Join members of the Colorado Symphony Brass for a free concert at Central Park on Saturday, August 27 and enjoy a wonderful evening of jazz, Dixieland standards and light classics. Be sure to pack a picnic for this free event, which begins at 7 p.m. as a quintet of the Symphony’s brass players, including principal trumpet Justin Bartels, perform a lighthearted selection of audience favorites. Everyone is welcome at this family-friendly, community event. This event is generously sponsored by the City and County of Denver.

A few tips on picnicking in the park:

- Glass of any kind, including bottles, is not permitted.
- Alcohol is not permitted.
- Bring a blanket or low beach chair. Seating is "first come first served."


Artists:                
Colorado Symphony Brass Quintet
Justin Bartels, trumpet
Dan Kuehn, trumpet
David Brussel, horn
Carson Keeble, trombone
Michael Dunn, tuba

Program:            
“Picnic with Brass”
Jazz, Dixieland Standards and Light Classics

Location:            
Central Park at Stapleton – Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Denver

Performance:  
7:00 p.m., Saturday, August 27, 2011

Media Contact:
Margaret A. Williams
Office: 303.308.2472
mwilliams@coloradosymphony.org
mailto:mwilliams@coloradosymphony.org

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The state’s only full-time professional orchestra, the Colorado Symphony embraces a tradition of musical excellence by presenting a diverse array of symphonic performances throughout the year. The Colorado Symphony presents outstanding education and outreach programs, as well as Masterworks, Pops, Holiday, Family, and the exciting new Inside the Score series that has attracted a historic level of first-time concertgoers. By presenting music that is both timeless and inspiring, while taking risks with new musical collaborations and interactive concerts, the Colorado Symphony is attracting more diverse and younger audiences than ever before. The increasing popularity of Colorado Symphony concerts as well as a strong fund-raising base not only re-affirms the artistic excellence of the orchestra, but also reflects the deep-rooted enthusiasm for symphonic music felt by so many individuals across the region. For more information about the Colorado Symphony, visit www.coloradosymphony.org.