The Road to NABBA

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Now that we have recovered from a very busy holiday season entertaining our audiences, the Princeton Brass Band is hard at work preparing for the North American Brass Band Association (NABBA) Championships on April 10th and 11th in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Can’t make it out to see us? We have two chances to hear our test pieces in New Jersey - be sure to check our ‘Upcoming Events’ page! Can’t make those dates either? The best way to support us from afar is by donating to the band. Any amount helps us achieve our goals and continue our mission!

Save the Dates 2025/26 Season

The Princeton Brass Band has had an amazing time creating music and connecting with our crowds in the first half of our season! With a lineup of new and loved venues, a variety of concert themes, and our talented Youth Band, we are excited to share with you all the amazing music and moments coming to you in 2026.

Be sure to save these dates and keep in touch with us through our website and social media for more information on these programs and other exciting events happening this season. Head over to the ‘Upcoming Events’ page for details!

They’ve earned their seat, and by golly they’re not gonna get out of their seat until rehearsal is over.
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Nor should they have to! One day, we all should get the chance to have the youngsters bring us stuff. One of the best aspe

We are thrilled to collaborate with @mareikaschryver !
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Mareika is going to lend her keen eye and focused ear to the Princeton Brass Band Composition Competition. As 1/3rd of our panel of judges she will help us discern which talented

SPOILER ALERT:

We’re all still kicking and in good health. But man do we feel exhausted from our intense weekend spent preparing for @nabbabands_ 2026. That “The Lost Circle” piece is hard work! Jan Van der Roost is really kicking

Do you know a promising young brass musician in need of a fun and unique challenge? The Princeton Youth Brass Band is looking for more young people to join us for this amazing season. We had an incredible open house a few months ago and are looking f

It’s all falling into place ✨!

🕛 PBB is excited to have our first rehearsal of 2026 tonight. With a number of performances and events coming up in just a few weeks, there’s a lot to prepare for!

🔗 To see what the band has in store for

PYBB starts THIS month 🎉!

🗓️ With a new year comes a new season of the Princeton Youth Brass Band, where brass and percussion students in grades 8-12 can have the chance to grow and challenge themselves while working with PYBB Director Max Morden

What a way to end 2025 ✨🎁🎶

As we close this year and start a new one, we’re reflecting on our last concert of 2025, which was an amazing night shared with our friends in the Eastern Wind Symphony. We packed the house, brought people to their

New year, same band, but so many new opportunities 🎉!

🗓️ Though the band is enjoying a winter break after three amazing holiday shows, we are eagerly awaiting a new year full of exciting performances and opportunities- including our 2026 youth ban

Happy Holidays from PBB 🎁❄️!

We hope everyone is enjoying a relaxing, rewarding and festive season surrounded by those they love the most.

Love,
Princeton Brass Band ❤️

#happyholidays #merrychristmas #wintersolstice #band #Christmas2025

Program reveal 👀🎶!

Ahead of our concert tomorrow, we’re excited to share this program with you. From seasonal themes to holiday classics, we truly think the winter wonderland we’ve created has something for everyone to enjoy ☃️❄️

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Princeton Youth Brass Band

We are very excited for the Princeton Youth Brass Band to begin its season on January 26th! Be sure to check our ‘Youth Band’ page for information about PYBB as well as to register for the season.

Princeton Youth Solo Competition

We are happy to announce our Youth Solo Competition has returned! This competition is open to brass and percussion students in grades 8-12 and awards both a cash prize and a chance for a student to play a solo with the Princeton Brass Band. Visit our ‘Competitions’ page for more information, full rules, and to apply. The deadline has been extended to January 31st, 2026.

Princeton Composition Competition

We are thrilled to announce our first ever Composition Competition! Open to any composer 18 years of age or older as of 1/1/26, this competition seeks to encourage the creation of new works for brass band, with the winner receiving a world premiere performance of their work with the band in 2027. Selecting the winner will be judges Dorothy Gates, Mareika Gray, and Russell Gray! Visit our ‘Competitions’ page for more information, full rules, and to apply. The deadline to apply is April 10th, 2026.