Announcing - The Crossings Concert
Celebrating 200 years of Norwegin emigration to the United States and the 45-year sister city bond between Houston, Galveston, and Stavanger, Norway. This vibrant program features the world premiere of Rodney Newton's Crossings and the U.S. premiere of Harald Sæverud's Sinfonia Dolorosa. More...
Date: November 23, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Venue: The 1894 Grand Opera House
Address: 2020 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX, 77550
25th Anniversary Concert Season is here!
For a quarter-century, we’ve been bringing you the unique sounds and passion of British brass band music to the Houston community, and we couldn't have done it without you!
We're thrilled to announce our most exciting season yet, as we celebrate our 25th anniversary with a spectacular series of concerts.
This season is a tribute to our history and a look forward to the future. From our beloved annual traditions to brand new performances, we’ve curated a schedule that promises to captivate and inspire.
Dont forget to Save the dates!
About the Houston Brass Band
The Houston Brass Band (HBB) was formed in 2000 by several brass enthusiasts inspired by the British film “Brassed Off”. In the early years, HBB performed at festivals, small concerts, and patriotic events, including the annual Pearl Harbor Memorial on the deck of the Battleship Texas. As HBB’s musicianship grew so did the group’s scope and reach including performances at: Jones Hall, Zilkha Hall, Houston Arboretum, Festival Hill, MATCH Theater, POST Houston, Downtown Houston Library and the Texas Bandmasters Association in San Antonio. In the 2021 Whit Friday competition, HBB placed 3rd in the First Section.
Youth outreach is an important part of the Band’s mission. In 2015 HBB began the annual Young Brass Soloist Competition where young musicians perform for a panel of prominent area musicians. The winner of the Sr. Division performs with HBB at an upcoming concert.
In 2022 Dr. Rick Spitz was appointed music director and is fulfilling HBB’s mission to share the unique British brass band style and sound through inspiring, engaging, and entertaining performances.
