Westwind Brass Events

Upcoming Events

Westwind Brass presents concerts showcasing the full spectrum of brass music, from the rich Baroque sounds of Handel and Bach to jazz legends like Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk, as well as music from diverse world cultures.

Left Coast Quintet at La Jolla Project
July 9, 2026
Second Summer with Stuart

Location | La Jolla Project

Left Coast Woodwind Quintet's 'Architectural Rhythms' program explores the dialogue between music, geometry, and space in conversation with Richard Fleischner's La Jolla Project. This thoughtfully curated performance pairs contemporary chamber music with one of the most striking works in the Stuart Collections.
🎺✨ Westwind Brass at Old Poway Park! ✨🎺
July 11, 2026
OLD POWAY PARK -- SUMMER FAMILY CONCERTS

Location | Old Poway Park

Kick off your weekend with live brass music, food trucks, and family fun at Old Poway Park! The Brass Ensemble takes the outdoor stage for a lively morning concert featuring marches, pops, and crowd favorites. This casual, come-and-go concert is ideal for families with kids -- spread out a blanket and enjoy the summer morning.
Westwind Virtuosi Strings at Bear
July 16, 2026
Second Summer with Stuart

Location | The Bear

Westwind Virtuosi Strings presents 'The Monumental' -- a sunset chamber music performance beside Tim Hawkinson's awe-inspiring Bear sculpture at UCSD. This program explores the relationship between scale, presence, and music, performed as the sky transitions from day to night. Limited to 3-4 chairs. Come early.
Latin Nights: Sabor! at Sun God
July 23, 2026
Second Summer with Stuart

Location | Sun God

Sabor! (Manny, Brass & Strings) brings an electrifying evening of Latin and dance music to Stuart Collection's Sun God. This high-energy performance requires amplification and a generator -- expect a lively, festive atmosphere unlike any other concert in the series. Free and open to all.
Movie Themes & Light Classics: Hornswoggle at La Jolla Project
July 30, 2026
Second Summer with Stuart

Location | Sun God

Hornswoggle brings a fun, accessible program of movie themes, light classics, and Disney favorites to the La Jolla Project. This is the crowd-pleasing highlight of the summer series -- bring friends, family, and anyone who thinks classical music 'isn't for them.
🎶 Grand Finale: Chamber Orchestra at Bear — Handel’s Water Music
August 6, 2026
Second Summer with Stuart

Location | Bear

Westwind Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra Grand Finale concert with an expanded ensemble, presenting a diverse program that musically summarizes the series. The UCSD Stuart Collections summer series concludes with a grand outdoor finale: a full Chamber Orchestra performance of Handel's Water Music beside the monumental Bear sculpture. With up to 20 musicians, this closing night is a full orchestral experience in one of San Diego's most unexpected and breathtaking concert settings. Free admission.
Summer Classical: Virtuosi Strings at Mission Trails
August 22, 2026
MISSION TRAILS REGIONAL PARK SERIES

Location | Mission Trails Regional Park

Virtuosi Strings brings a summer afternoon of classical and contemporary string music to Mission Trails Regional Park. This free outdoor concert features a rich program of string ensemble favorites in one of San Diego's most beautiful natural settings. Seating is on the lawn -- bring a blanket or low-back chair.
✨ Summer Family Concert: Westwind Virtuosi at Old Poway Park✨
August 22, 2026
OLD POWAY PARK -- SUMMER FAMILY CONCERTS

Location | Old Poway Park

A beautiful late-summer strings concert under the open sky at Old Poway Park. The Strings Ensemble performs a warm morning set of classical and popular selections perfect for the whole family. With food trucks on site and a relaxed outdoor atmosphere, this is one of the best free mornings of the summer season.
Left Coast Woodwind Quintet at Mission Trails
October 17, 2026
MISSION TRAILS REGIONAL PARK SERIES

Location | Mission Trails Regional Park

Left Coast Woodwind Quintet brings a program of autumnal and contemporary chamber music to Mission Trails Regional Park. Featuring a blend of 20th-century classics and fresh new works, this intimate outdoor performance is a perfect fall afternoon outing for music lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. Free admission for all.
🎺 Finest City Brass Performs at Christmas on Mt. Helix! 🎄
December 5, 2026
Public Commons Park Performances

Location | Mt Helix Park

Westwind Brass is thrilled to announce that our ensemble, Finest City Brass, will be performing at the festive Christmas on Mt. Helix event! Get ready for an evening of holiday cheer, beautiful music, and community celebration.
Mission Trails Series Finale: Westwind Brass + Patrick Henry High School
December 5, 2026
MISSION TRAILS REGIONAL PARK SERIES

Location | Mission Trails Regional Park

The Mission Trails Regional Park concert series closes with a powerful collaboration between Westwind Brass and the Patrick Henry High School Band -- a program that showcases what's possible when professional musicians and student performers share the stage. This family-friendly outdoor concert celebrates the end of the year and the future of music in San Diego. Free and open to all.

Donna Vaughan

All the children in my class absolutely adored this assembly. Numerous children were concerned that somehow they would miss out participating next year because they were going to be in a different grade.

Donna Vaughan
Visual & Performing Arts Representative, Hamilton Elementary School