PSU Summer Brass Academy Large Ensemble

Brass Ensemble

Be part of a large brass ensemble and prepare a variety of fun and challenging literature, culminating with a final Saturday morning concert.

PSU Brass Academy Trombone Ensemble

Mixed Brass Ensembles/Like Ensembles

Participate in small chamber and like ensembles concentrating on chamber music literature. Emphasis will be placed upon developing chamber ensemble performance skills.

Brass student and teacher playing.

Master Classes

Participate in studio master classes designed to foster musical growth through the art of performance in a positive and supportive atmosphere. Topics of study may include the concept of sound, embouchure, breathing, phrasing, intonation, styles, technique, solo repertoire, orchestral excerpts, recordings, ped

Students playing tubas in the park blocks.

Warm-up Classes

Participate in morning warm-up classes for a variety of warm-up exercises led by Brass Academy faculty. This class focuses on fundamental techniques that help players prepare for a good playing day.

Lincoln Recital Hall student audience

Musicianship Seminars

Participate in discussions in various musical topics throughout the week including How to Practice Effectively, Overcoming Performance Anxiety, Importance of Aural Skills to Musician, The Healthy Musician, Careers in Music, Audition Strategy, and more.