Various Composers - Apex (Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet)

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1. Verne Reynolds - Suite for Brass Quintet: V. March
2. Johann Sebastian Bach - Toccata, Adagio & Fugue in C Major, BWV 564 (arr. Fred Mills): I. Toccata
3. Johann Sebastian Bach - Toccata, Adagio & Fugue in C Major, BWV 564 (arr. Fred Mills): II. Adagio
4. Johann Sebastian Bach - Toccata, Adagio & Fugue in C Major, BWV 564 (arr. Fred Mills): III. Fugue
5. J. Scott Irvine - Morning Song
6. Dmitri Shostakovich - String Quartet No. 3 in F Major, Op. 73: III. Allegro non troppo (arr. Donald Sipe)
7. Giuseppe Verdi - Nabucco: Overture (arr. Marco Pierobon)
8. Catherine Likhuta - Apex Predators
9. Enrique Crespo - Suite Americana No. 1: I. Ragtime
10. Enrique Crespo - Suite Americana No. 1: II. Bossa nova
11. Enrique Crespo - Suite Americana No. 1: III. Vals Peruano
12. Enrique Crespo - Suite Americana No. 1: IV. Zamba galucha
13. Enrique Crespo - Suite Americana No. 1: V. Son de Mexico

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet

    Esteban Batallán, trumpet

    John Hagstrom, trumpet

    David Griffin, horn

    Michael Mulcahy, trombone

    Gene Pokorny, tuba

Date: 2026

Label: MClassics

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The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet, formed by five elite musicians from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s renowned brass section, exemplifies the power and precision of the celebrated “CSO Brass” sound. Known for their radiant tone and exceptional artistry, the ensemble delivers performances that combine technical virtuosity with rich musical expression. Their 2023 recording, captured live at Tokyo’s Kioi Hall during a Japan tour, showcases the group at the height of its abilities. The album highlights the depth and brilliance achievable by a brass quintet and stands as a compelling listening experience for both brass enthusiasts and general audiences alike.