Pacific Brass Day

2024 Pacific Brass Day

Sunday, March 3, 2024

The Conservatory of Music at University of the Pacific invites all brass instrumentalists to participate in Pacific Brass Day on Sunday, March 3, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This event is open to college, junior high, and high school students, as well as community members.

Work with Pacific's brass faculty, Sadie Glass (horn), Leonard Ott (trumpet), and Bruce Chrisp (low brass) in a day of masterclasses, performances, workshops, vendors, and more.

Pacific Brass Day features co-author of The Breathing Gym and tubist, Patrick Sheridan.

Join us at the end of the day to hear a recital featuring all participants in a mass brass choir, UOP faculty and students, and guest artists. Admission to the concert is free!

Registration

A $20 registration fee includes lunch.

students playing brass instruments under blue light

Participants of Pacific Brass Day will:

Play together in a large brass ensemble - all levels are welcome!
Enjoy lunch with fellow musicians
Shop for brass supplies and instruments in our vendor room
Attend a master class led by Pacific's internationally renowned applied brass faculty
Choose from a variety of workshops led by guest artist Patrick Sheridan and Pacific faculty
Tour our vibrant campus
Invite friends and family to hear the final concert with Pacific brass students and brass faculty
Mingle at the post-concert reception with friends, family, and other students

Artist Biography

Patrick Sheridan

Patrick Sheridan is one of the most celebrated tuba soloists in his instrument's history. He has performed more than 3,500 concerts in over 50 countries in venues ranging from the White House to NBA half-time shows to the Hollywood Bowl. He is a former member of "The President's Own" United States Marine Band and has been featured on NBC's "Today Show" and NPR's "All Things Considered."

Learn more about Patrick

Brass Faculty

Pacific's Brass Day masterclasses will be led by our Brass faculty. They will also lead a final concert in conjunction with the university's brass students as well. Learn more about them!