Brass for Uncommon Times

This collection features seven works composed between 2004 and 2022, offering a powerful reflection on contemporary concerns and crises. The music navigates themes of the pandemic, racial unrest, global conflict, the realities of war, gun violence, pollution, and social strife. It oscillates between struggle and celebration, providing glimpses of redemptive hope through shared experiences that value civic identity and collective expression. This album serves as a fanfare for those shaping a better future.

Key Features:

• Seven contemporary works reflecting current global issues.
• Music that moves between struggle and celebration.
• Explores themes of hope, civic identity, and collective expression.
• Features contributions from acclaimed artists and ensembles.

Specifications:

Contributors: Velvet Brown; Daniel Prim; Fran Vielma; Hiram Diaz; Brass for Uncommon Times; Brian Kaufman (artist)

Language: German

Release Date: 2026-07-24

Number of discs: 1

Binding: audioCD

Manufacturer: Naxos Classics

This CD offers a compelling and timely musical statement, resonating with the complexities of modern life and the enduring power of hope.