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U.S. Brass Invitational
Carroll Fine Arts Complex • Southlake,
The San Antonio Brass Band (SABB), one of Texas’ premier brass ensembles and a nationally recognized musical force, is proud to announce its participation in the first-ever U.S. Brass Invitational, to be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the Carroll Fine Arts Center in Southlake, Texas.
This groundbreaking competition marks a historic moment for American brass band music, bringing together elite ensembles from across the nation to celebrate the power, precision, and passion of the British-style brass band tradition. SABB’s inclusion in the invitational is a testament to its artistic excellence and growing influence in the national brass band scene.
Each band will perform a march, an orchestral transcription and one choice piece. Judging for the U.S. Brass Invitational will utilize 3 adjudicators and a NABBA-based rubric. All adjudication will be blind.
The following awards will be presented at the conclusion of the contest:
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place
Best March
Best Transcription
Best Own Choice
Outstanding Soloist

Fall Brass Spectacular!
Treadaway Hall - St. Mary's University • San Antonio,
Join the SABB for our 2025 Fall Brass Spectacular Concert!
This concert will feature classic brass band marches, orchestral transcriptions and original compositions. Our wonderful Solo Cornet Erin Thomas and Solo Euphonium John Caputo will both be featured performing pieces by Philip Sparke. As always, this concert is offered free and open to the public and donations can be made at the concert or via our website.

Holiday in Brass!
St. Mary's University • San Antonio
🎺✨ Holiday in Brass – A San Antonio Holiday Tradition! ✨🎺
Join the San Antonio Brass Band for our Annual Holiday in Brass Concert, a joyful celebration filled with the sounds of the season!
Experience the warmth and sparkle of your favorite holiday classics—performed with the rich, powerful sound only a full brass band can deliver. From timeless carols to spirited new arrangements, this concert is the perfect way to ring in the holidays with family and friends.