Canadian Brass
- Origin
- Toronto
- Formed
- 1970
- Labels
- Société Radio-Canada, RCA Records, Philips Records, Columbia Records, Philips Classics Records
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Biography
Canadian Brass is a Canadian brass quintet formed in 1970 in Toronto, Ontario, by Charles Daellenbach (tuba) and Gene Watts (trombone). The group, which has undergone several member changes over the years, currently includes Joe Burgstaller and Mikio Sasaki (trumpets), Jeff Nelsen (horn), and Keith Dyrda (trombone). Known for their use of humor in performances and irreverent attitude, Canadian Brass has performed internationally and recorded over 170 CDs and DVDs. The group is also recognized for their stage attire, which consists of formal black suits paired with white running shoes. In 2015, The Washington Post named them as one of the most popular brass ensembles in the world.
Highlights
- Formed in 1970 in Toronto.
- Recorded over 170 CDs and DVDs.
- Won Juno Award for Instrumental Album of the Year in 1985.
- Regarded as one of the most popular brass ensembles in the world.
Discography
- Royal Fanfare1973
- Canadian Brass in Paris1974
- The Pachelbel Canon: The Canadian Brass Plays Great Baroque Music1980
- Unexplored Territory1980
- High, Bright, Light and Clear: The Glory of Baroque Brass1983
- Champions1983
- Ain’t Misbehavin’ and Other Fats Waller Hits1984
- The Four Seasons1986
- Encore1987
- Strike Up the Band: The Canadian Brass Plays George Gershwin1987
- Pachelbel to Joplin1987
- Basin Street1987
- The Mozart Album1988
- Art of the Fugue1988
- English Renaissance Music1990
- Symphony no. 5 / Wellington's Victory / Egmont1990
- Brass in Berlin1990
- The Christmas Album1990
- Made in the USA1991
- Red, White & Brass1991
- Home Movies - An Innovative Portrait1991
- Christmas With the Canadian Brass1991
- Red Hot Jazz: The Dixieland Album1992
- Toccata, Fugues and Other Diversions1992
- Wagner for Brass / The Canadian Brass1993
- Rejoice! With Brass and Voice1993
- Baroque Brass1994
- An Evening of Brass Theater1994
- Noël1994
- Brass on Broadway1994
- Gabrieli for Brass1994
- Swingtime!1995
- Brass Busters1995
- Ragtime!1995
- Fireworks! Baroque Brass Favorites1995
- Bolero and Other Classical Blockbusters1995
- Renaissance Men1995
- Brass Theater II1996
- A Christmas Experiment1997
- Live in Germany1997
Awards
- 🏆prix Juno de l'album instrumental de l'année (1985)
FAQ
When was the band formed?
Canadian Brass was formed in 1970.
Who are the members of the band?
The current members are Joe Burgstaller and Mikio Sasaki (trumpets), Jeff Nelsen (horn), and Keith Dyrda (trombone).
Where is the artist from?
Canadian Brass is from Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
What genre of music do they play?
Canadian Brass is a brass quintet known for performing classical and baroque music.
What are their biggest hits?
Notable albums include 'Royal Fanfare' (1973) and 'Canadian Brass in Paris' (1974).
Have they won any awards?
Yes, Canadian Brass won the Juno Award for Instrumental Album of the Year in 1985.
