The production of this album was unusual, taking place in three parts over a period of six years, with recordings conducted in 2004, 2007, and 2009.
Performer Biography
The Bay Brass is an ensemble founded in 1995, composed of brass players from leading San Francisco Bay Area performing organizations, including the San Francisco Symphony, Ballet, and Opera Orchestras.
Composer's Artistic Vision
A priority for The Bay Brass since its inception has been commissioning new works to expand and enhance the repertoire for brass ensemble.
Album & Artwork
This album, titled "Sound the Bells! American Premières for Brass," showcases a wide range of recent American works for brass, many of which were commissioned by The Bay Brass ensemble and are presented here for the first time.
Performer Biography
The Bay Brass operates as a true cooperative, with no principal players or music director, and its musicians share all organizational and musical responsibilities, including conducting, arranging, and composing.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded, edited, and mastered in DSD at Skywalker Sound, a Lucasfilm Ltd. Company, in Marin County, California.
