LSU Faculty Brass Quintet Heads Out on Tour, September 4–7, 2025
August 27, 2025
Three concerts in four days: the LSU Faculty Brass Quintet is hitting the road for a short tour through the Southeast, with performances taking place at the University of Alabama, the University of Georgia, and Florida State University. The program – featuring works by Libby Larsen, Andre LaFosse, Michael Kamen, Zoe Cutler, Reynaldo Hahn, and Kevin McKee – puts range and color front and center while showcasing the quintet's talent and artistry.
The ensemble features LSU faculty members Johanna Yarbrough (horn), Charles Goodman (tuba), Arie VandeWaa (trombone), and Ross Ahlhorn (trumpet). Rounding out the ensemble is Tristan Keaton (trumpet) – a doctoral student and Graduate Teaching Assistant in Ross Ahlhorn's studio.
Tour Schedule*
- University of Alabama – Thursday, September 4th at 7:30pm (Tuscaloosa, AL)
- University of Georgia – Friday, September 5th at 1:50pm (Athens, GA)
- Florida State University – Sunday, September 7th at 7:30pm (Tallahassee, FL)
This tour underscores the LSU School of Music’s commitment to faculty artistry and academic outreach, connecting students and colleagues at three peer institutions. For venue-specific information—including tickets, parking, or other details—please consult the host universities’ event calendars.
*All performances will take place at local times