The Eagles Brass Ensemble has performed for over 10 years now. It experiences rather flexible membership, at times having as many as 14-16 members. Our largest turnouts occur for the yearly holiday concert that we perform at the Berkshire Mall on the 3rd Saturday of December.

The ensemble consists of trumpets, horns, baritones, trombones, and tubas. The music selections range from 4 or 5 parts to 10 parts depending on the number of available performers and the musical arrangements. Musical styles range from traditional brass pieces to contemporary and pop arrangements. Degree of difficulty of the music varies depending on the membership of the group at the time. We like to play music that is fun and to challenge ourselves from time to time so as to grow as an ensemble.

Performances include concert appearances with the Eagles Wind Symphony, solo appearances at Pittsfield First Night celebrations, open houses at the Berkshire Eagle, birthday parties, weddings, the lighting of the Christmas tree in Park Square, holiday carols at the Berkshire Museum, and other special events.

Rehearsals are often held from 6pm-7pm Monday evenings and occasionally on Saturday mornings. Our rehearsal and performance schedule are rather flexible due to the types of performances we give and the demand for them.

The Eagles Brass Ensemble is always looking for performers. We especially need trombone and tuba players. If you are interested in joining the Brass Ensemble, please contact Deanna Fraher, Eagles Band Brass Ensemble director, at 518-877-6130 () or by contacting Dick Paul, Eagles Band Manager at 413-499-2071 ().