The Memphis Brass Quintet is the professional brass ensemble in residence at the University of Memphis' Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music.

Founded in 1993, the Memphis Brass Quintet is made up of distinguished faculty members that bring a wide range of performing experience to the ensemble. This experience is reflected in a varied repertoire that includes Renaissance and Baroque transcriptions, jazz arrangements, as well as contemporary works for brass quintet. With performances in the Memphis area, Tennessee, and around the US, the MBQ has developed a reputation for outstanding artistic concert presentations. The group also has a keen interest in education, and regularly presents clinics and masterclasses to students of all levels. The members are Dr. David Spencer and Mr. Ben Lewis, trumpets; Mr. Daniel Phillips, horn; Dr. John Mueller, trombone and Mr. Kevin Sanders, tuba.

For more information on Memphis Brass Quintet concerts and college offerings for brass players at the University of Memphis please contact:

Dr. John Mueller
Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music
The University of Memphis
Memphis,TN 38152
(901) 678-3780
jtmuellr@memphis.edu

Hear the Memphis Brass Quintet perform the first and third movements of the Brass Quintet by U of M composer James Richens. (Quicktime Required)