Welcome to the official website of The Great American Brass Band Festival, a one-of-a-kind event committed to preserving brass band music through performance and education. The Festival seeks to showcase diversity in brass through a variety of genres, presentations and performances. In addition, the Festival is committed to bringing the best brass musicians in the world to its stage. Patrons enjoy performances, free of charge, in historic downtown Danville, Kentucky.
The festival works towards making an experience that is entertaining for all generations and musical experts. The festival also works to bring diversity to the musical selections and the events offered while staying true to the spirit of the festival. This event brings tens of thousands of people together to enjoy a beautiful weekend of music, family and fun.
2012 Dates: June 7th-10th We will have current 2012 information up at the end of January. Thank you for your patience.
- Performer Information
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- Food Vendor Information
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Newsflash
History Conference set for 2011 Brass Band Fest with Sousa Focus
Danville, KY – Set for 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, June 10 at Danville High School, the History Conference at the 2011 Great American Brass Band Festival will have a strong focus on the music and life of John Phillip Sousa.
The Events The premier events for 2011. For more, view the schedule and map of the event venues.
Bourbon and Brass
Thursday, June 9th, 2011
Celebrate the evening with the unique tastes of Kentucky with the state's finest bourbons then have fun with a brass band that will get you moving.
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Friday, June 10th, 2011
The 2011 Band History Conference celebrates the music and life of John Philip Sousa. Outstanding band scholars, performers, and the composer’s great grandson, John Philip Sousa IV, will share a wide range of fascinating topics and concerts.
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Saturday, June 11th, 2011
The Great American Picnic is the highlight of the Great American Brass Band Festival. Picnic table patrons decorate their tables in elaborate and colorful themes, while many fans bring lawn chairs and settle in for an evening of brass music under the stars.
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Saturday, June 11th, 2011
The official kick off to a weekend of free concerts, the parade marches down Main Street Danville with bands, vintage cars, clowns, and local personalities.
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