The music on this album confronts societal division, racial injustice, gun violence, global crises, and war, while also searching for hope, resilience, and connection.
Recording & Production
The recording for this album took place in August 2024 at Linehan Concert Hall, University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), United States.
Performer Biography
Fran Vielma, a multi-percussionist and composer on this album, is from Venezuela and his album "Tendencias" was included in best of 2018 lists by DownBeat and Latin Jazz Network.
Album & Artwork
This album, "Brass for Uncommon Times," features forty top brass and percussion artists performing seven powerful 21st-century works.
Performer Biography
Velvet Brown, the tuba artist featured on this album, has performed internationally in numerous countries and has released four solo albums.
Performer Biography
Hiram Diaz, who sings on the album, is a second-generation Cuban American and plays euphonium in 'The President's Own' United States Marine Band.
Recording & Production
This recording was sponsored by several organizations, including the Breaking the M.O.L.D. Initiative and the UMBC Music Department.
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