About
Formed in 1997, the Brass Band of the Western Reserve is an award-winning British-style brass band performing a wide variety of music at the highest possible standard of performance. The Brass Band of the Western Reserve is the premier brass band of Northeast Ohio. Based in Medina, the ensemble brings together some of northeast Ohio's finest musicians to perform traditional British brass band music along with classical, jazz and popular selections. The band is a diverse group of musicians from a broad spectrum of professions, including music educators, music students, bankers, lawyers and many other professions. Members are volunteers, and membership is by audition. Originally known as the Cuyahoga Valley Brass Band, the band held its first reading session on August 14, 1997 and its first concert on April 4, 1998 at The First Congregational Church of Akron. Known for its high-energy performances and commitment to musical excellence, the band presents an annual Concert Series at the Medina Performing Arts Center.
