Instrumentation

All-Star Brass Bands instrumentation is based on the structure of the traditional British brass band.
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The basic structure of each band

Typically, each of the All-Star Brass Bands is comprised of the following instrumentation:

  • 1-2 E flat Soprano Cornets
  • 11-12 B flat Cornets (includes 1 Concertmaster, 1 Repiano Cornet, solo, 2nd and 3rd)
  • 1-2 Flugelhorns
  • 4-5 Alto Horns
  • 2-3 Baritone Horns
  • 3-4 Tenor Trombones
  • 1 Bass Trombone
  • 2-3 Euphoniums
  • 4-6 Tubas
  • 3-4 Percussionists

Approximately 40 students are selected for each band.