Brass Ensemble

Pleasant Mountain Music is proud to present our first ever Brass Ensemble group class! Beginning February 1st 2026, participants across the brass instrument family (Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Euphonium, Baritone) will enjoy some fantastic musicianship and group music making by joining this welcoming ensemble. You should have some previous playing experience, including a basic understanding of notation reading. But rest assured this class will bring you up to speed on your reading skills, embouchure endurance, tap into your music appreciation, and make the whole process fun.

Class will include:
– Healthy practice habits
– Foundational technique
– Warm-Ups and chorales
– Popular Repertoire (AC/DC Thunderstruck)
– Traditional Repertoire (Trumpet Voluntary/Trumpet Air – Handel/Clarke)
– 20th century music (Fanfare for the Common Man – Copeland)
– Other material from composers such as Danny Elfman, John Williams, and Iconic Jazz Era arrangements from Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong and more

Class will be lead by teacher Sarah who will guide participants to get the most out of not just their instrument but also their band class experience!

Instructed by

Sarah Jay Cawston

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Beginner Low Brass

Teacher Sarah is a multi-instrumentalist, who began her musical journey on piano and trumpet at age of 11. Students of any age looking for their very first exposure to one-on-one music lessons are welcome to start out with Sarah. Sarah is a great lover of music, and hopes to instill a sense of commitment to and enjoyment during lessons as well as encourage self-expression in her students.

Learn More About Sarah