Sioux City, IA – Presidio Brass, a professional brass ensemble, will perform at Morningside College at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13 in Eppley Auditorium, located at 3625 Garretson Ave. The performance is free and open to the public, and area brass students are encouraged to attend.  

Formed in 2006 in San Diego, Calif., Presidio Brass combines a brass quintet with piano, percussion, and original arrangements to create a unique musical experience. Known for their entertaining family-friendly shows and musical prowess, Presidio Brass has played and provided educational outreach in the United States and around the world. The group has been featured on National Public Radio, performed with major symphony orchestras including the Los Angeles Philharmonic and San Diego Symphony, and they have shared the stage with commercial artists such as Stevie Wonder, John Williams, and Quincy Jones. 

Prior to their performance that evening, Presidio Brass will hold a masterclass with area brass instructors and students. Masterclasses like this are one of the many opportunities Morningside music students have to learn from professional performers both visiting and within the School of Visual and Performing Arts. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the music program at Morningside has a long-standing tradition of excellence in preparing the next generation of performing musicians and music educators. Learn more about music and other undergraduate program offerings at www.morningside.edu/academics/undergraduate.