In 2009, the All-Star Brass Bands were invited to participate in the prestigious New York Band & Orchestra Festival with the hallmark performance at Carnegie Hall.  We were invited again in 2014, becoming the first Brass Band in Carnegie history to perform twice in the famous venue.  Both performances were outstanding opportunities and life-changing experiences for the members of  the ASBP.  On our second trip, as they boarded the bus for NYC, our students were surprised to learn they would have a rehearsal/master class with none other than Wynton Marsalis!  We were thankful that such a renowned musician would share so much of his time with our students.  Our tour included a terrific Central Park Performance and culminated in our formal appearance at Carnegie Hall. In 2009 our performance ended with a standing ovation. In 2014 we received two standing ovations! This year we are honored to have a 3rd invitation to perform in the 2018 International Sounds of Summer Music Festival… A 3rd performance may be the charm! How many people do you know who can say they’ve performed at Carnegie Hall? This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity… again! What a resume’ item for our students. This honor will serve them well in scholarship and job applications for years and distinguish them throughout their lives. It is worth every penny!