Denver Brass Announces the 2025-2026 Season: 45 Years of Sound Forged by Time

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Denver Brass Announces the 2025-2026 Season: 45 Years of Sound Forged by Time
Season opens September 21 with fan-driven “Brass By Request” concert, plus five additional performances across the metro area

DENVER – September 16, 2025 – This fall, Denver Brass celebrates the kick-off of its 45th season with a lineup that honors its rich legacy and history while engaging audiences in new ways. The theme of the season, “Forged by Time,” signals an ensemble rooted in tradition and fueled by passion, innovation and community. The season starts on September 21 with Brass By Request, a concert shaped almost entirely by the audience, followed by five additional shows which will take place from November 2025 through May 2026. Season tickets are available with multiple subscription options and special pricing for seniors and youth. 

“Denver Brass is among the finest large brass ensembles in the world, and surely unique for the way it expands musical boundaries in its search to be most relatable and relevant,” said Kathy Brantigan, artistic director and founder of Denver Brass. “Our shows are highly themed, family-friendly, entertaining, and educational. Highlights of the upcoming season include Brass by Request, a one-of-a-kind experience where the audience selects the music that will be played at the show, and Legacy in Brass and Spirit of the Season, which will both be recorded live for new albums.”

The first show in the season, Brass By Request, is a high-energy afternoon of fan favorites which sets the tone for the season. Fans have been voting ahead of time on which pieces they want to hear at the show; at the event the audience will vote live on up to two additional pieces. Tickets for Brass By Request are $25 (plus tax) for general admission. Children ages 12 and under attend for free. The show will take place at 2:30 PM at The People’s Building in Aurora (9995 East Colfax Avenue, Aurora). 

Each additional concert in the upcoming season showcases a different facet of the Brass’s artistry: commissioned works, holiday favorites, Celtic roots, cosmic rhythms, and patriotic celebration. Concerts include:

• Legacy in Brass – November 8 & 9, 2025 at 2:30 PM at Bethany Lutheran Church | 4500 E. Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village:

  • Featuring signature Denver Brass Sounds, penned by Hennessy, Wolfe, Ellisor, and Pfoltner, and original commissions with organist Joseph Galema. This event will be recorded live for a new album. 

• Spirit of the Season – December 20 & 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM at the new Armstrong Center at Colorado Christian University | 8787 West Alameda Ave., Lakewood: 

  • Holiday program with Baritone, Steven Taylor, and Soprano, Aubrey Jacobs. From holiday favorites, to carols with a twist, attendees will be whisked away to a winter wonderland. This event will be recorded live for a new album. 

• Rhythms of the Cosmos – February 7, 2026 at 2:30 PM at Newman Center for the Performing Arts | 2344 East Iliff Ave., Denver: 

  • A journey into bold rhythmic textures and expansive sound featuring bold percussion, intricate meters, and the world premiere of Sean Schafer Hennessy’s Guardians of Time.

• Celtic Mania – March 7 at 2:30 and 7 PM & March 8, 2026 at 2:30 PM at Newman Center for the Performing Arts | 2344 East Iliff Ave., Denver:

  • With Celtic Colorado Pipes and Drums, Rocky Mountain Highland Dancers, and Celtic Steps Irish Dance School, this show is a whirlwind of ancient traditions and modern energy. 

• Pulse of America – May 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM at Bethany Lutheran Church | 4500 E. Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village: 

  • Feel the heartbeat of our nation through a powerful brass tribute to the spirit, resilience, and unity that define America. 

Season subscribers get 20 percent off the entire season, with prices starting at $131 for adults, $111 for seniors, and $40 for youth. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.denverbrass.org or call 303-832-4676.

ABOUT DENVER BRASS

Denver Brass is one of the nation’s premier brass ensembles, featuring 14 world-class musicians who perform original compositions and innovative arrangements. Each year, the ensemble performs over 140 concerts and provides outreach programs that inspire and delight more than 30,000 people across the Denver area. The ensemble has more than 32 recordings and is heard daily on radio stations throughout the world. Denver Brass works diligently and methodically to increase outreach and exposure, not just to be heard or appreciated, but to provide inspiration, nourish and uplift the human spirit. To learn more, visit www.denverbrass.org, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @DenverBrass, or watch The Denver Brass on YouTube @TheDenverBrass. 

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Media are invited to attend. Interviews and photo opportunities are available upon request.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Jamie Winter
Winter Public Relations
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720-425-2580

Becky Wilkins

Denver Brass

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303-832-HORN(4676)