The Department of Chamber Music is pleased to present a master class by the internationally acclaimed American Brass Quintet as part of its Guest Artist Mentor Residency. Free and open to the public. ABOUT THE GUEST ENSEMBLE Tiago Linck, trumpet Brandon Ridenour, trumpet Eric Reed, horn Hillary Simms, trombone John D. Rojak, bass trombone The American Brass Quintet is internationally recognized as one of the premier chamber music ensembles of our time. “The most distinguished” of brass quintets (*American Record Guide*), the group has earned its stellar reputation through its celebrated performances, genre-defining commissioned works, and ongoing commitment to the education of generations of musicians. Since its founding in 1960, the American Brass Quintet has performed on five continents, made nearly 60 recordings, and premiered more than 150 contemporary works for brass.