NMM Live! | Solid Brass Quartet

For more than 20 years, the Solid Brass Quartet has brought the brilliance, warmth, and majesty of live brass music to weddings, concerts, corporate events, churches, and special celebrations
throughout the region. From timeless ceremonial favorites such as Trumpet Voluntary, Rondeau, and Pachelbel's Canon, to beloved holiday classics, jazz standards, dixieland favorites, and
popular selections like Simple Gifts, Sweet Georgia Brown and The Entertainer, the quartet delivers polished performances tailored to every occasion.
Led by professional trombonist and musical director Chris Acker, the Solid Brass Quartet is comprised of four of the area's finest professional brass musicians. Acker's distinguished career
spans Broadway productions, symphony performances, jazz ensembles, recording sessions, and appearances with legendary artists including Eagles, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Frankie
Valli, The Supremes, Johnny Mathis, and many others. As musical director of Extra Space Music and contractor for touring Broadway productions through Omaha Performing Arts, he brings
decades of experience and professionalism to the ensemble.
Known for exceptional musicianship, versatility, and personalized service, the Solid Brass Quartet works closely with each client or presenter to create the ideal musical experience. From
elegant wedding ceremonies and festive receptions to concerts, holiday celebrations, worship services, community events, and corporate functions, the quartet's rich, resonant sound and
commitment to excellence have made them a trusted choice for audiences, presenters, and event planners for more than two decades.
The NMM Live! Series is made possible by the USD Student Government Association and the South Dakota Arts Council through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
A live stream of this concert will be available to watch for free on our website. Please visit the NMM Live Video page to tune in if you cannot join us in person!