Westwind Brass

Ensemble in residence at the School of Music & Dance at San Diego State University

Welcome to Westwind Brass

As the distinguished ensemble in residence at San Diego State University’s School of Music and Dance, Westwind Brass is dedicated to excellence in performance, education, and cultural outreach. With a dynamic repertoire spanning classical, jazz, and global styles, we’ve earned a reputation as a leading force in brass ensemble. Our performances have reached audiences across the United States, Mexico, and Japan, including appearances at the Music Educators National Conference, California Music Educators Conference, and the inaugural Chamber Music Educator/Ensemble Seminar at Oberlin

Join us on our enchanting musical journey and immerse yourself in live performances that will captivate your senses. With your generous support, we can continue to inspire and uplift through the transformative power of music.

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School Programs & Events

In addition to a varied and expanding concert schedule, Westwind Brass is dedicated to education, having developed programs and master classes for students of all ages. The ensemble is in residence at San Diego State University. The group receives major support from the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture. Westwind Brass is a 501(c) (3) Public Benefit Corporation. For more information, visit Guidestar.org.

School Programs

Events & Concerts

Meet Our Musicians

There is little in the musical lexicon that they cannot tackle and perform well. Their uniqueness lies in their ability to perform at a high level the entire spectrum of brass music. Each concert offers a kaleidoscopic set of styles and composers from the rich Baroque sonorities of Handel and Bach to the music of other cultures. Serious art music including the jazz of Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk are embraced.

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Paquito D’Rivera

I can’t think of a better group to premiere my pieces for brass quintet than the dynamic Westwind Brass.

Paquito D'Rivera
Grammy Award winning composer/woodwind artist, jazz legend, NEA Jazz Master 2005