See "Today's Brass Quintet" at the Gazebo this week

Since its inception in 1983, TBQ has performed at a wide variety of festive and educational events.

For a change of pace at this week's gazebo concert, join us for "Today's Brass Quintet" this Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

The quintet, led by Ann Arbor Public Schools teacher Joe De Marsh on tuba, specializes in brass chamber music for concerts, weddings, official ceremonies, and receptions, as well as formal and informal gatherings throughout southeastern Michigan. The renowned group has been playing together since 1983.

Today's Brass Quintet (or "TBQ") enjoys a reputation as one of the Midwest's finest artistic ensembles. TBQ programs its original arrangements from a full spectrum of styles, ranging from the sparkling baroque masterpieces of Bach and Pachelbel to the toe-tapping pleasures of Sousa, Gershwin and Ellington. In addition to the fine music, TBQ provides entertaining commentary to familiarize the audience with the composers and their music, proving a delightful experience for all ages.

See you Thursday night at the Gazebo in Wurster Park!

The gazebo concerts are part of the Riverfolk Music and Arts organization and are generously sponsored by several local businesses and organizations. Freewill donations are also accepted at all concerts to help support the ongoing gazebo concert series, now in its 27th year.

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by Marsha Chartrand

Marsha Johnson Chartrand, a founder, writer, and copy editor with the Manchester Mirror, is a 50-year resident of Manchester. She has a long history of volunteer and community involvement.