Salt River Brass
Arizona's premier brass band · since 1988
Under the direction of Julie Desbordes
Thirty-six musicians of the Valley of the Sun, performing the great works of the British brass band tradition — from Holst and Vaughan Williams to film scores, jazz arrangements, and original commissions.
26–27 Season
Five concerts remaining
The Ensemble
Meet the Band.
Thirty-six musicians carrying the British brass band tradition into the desert since 1988 — led by Music Director Julie Desbordes.
- 40th Anniversary Season Celebrating four decades of brass in Arizona with our most ambitious programme yet.
- Youth Band Programme Launching our next generation of brass musicians — auditions open for fall.
- Community Outreach Free school concerts, masterclasses, and instrument lending across the Valley.
“ A revelation. Salt River Brass plays with the kind of polish and ensemble blend you expect from the very best British bands — and delivers it under the desert sky.