Brass/Woodwinds

Legendary musician Don Burrows has been at the forefront of the jazz world for most of his 64 years in the business.

“Yamaha tubas give me the perfect balance between power and agility!! Great instruments from top to bottom!”

“These are the men who put brass music on the map: with their unbeatable blend of virtuosity, spontaneity and humour, they brighten the rosters of concert halls, international festivals and orchestra series throughout the world. Their numerous recordings, frequent television appearances and tireless efforts in the realm of music education have resulted in vast new audiences for the Art of the Canadian Brass." (Source: Washington Post)

"The Yamaha Chicago Artist model is an exceptional tool for the orchestral trumpet player. Incredibly responsive, this trumpet comes alive from pianissimo to fortissimo without exerting any effort and the precise centering of each note makes this instrument feel very secure. The true beauty of these trumpets for me is the intonation. Never before have I played a trumpet that is so perfectly in tune, making all my performance situations considerably more enjoyable. Beautiful sound, beautiful accuracy, beautiful intonation, beautifully made – a beautiful trumpet."

"The Yamaha 875EX Custom saxophone possesses a superior quality and craftsmanship that enables all of the expressive qualities and colours of the music to come to life. No matter what the musical setting is, I always feel confident that the reliable intonation and projection of tone inherent in the Yamaha saxophone will allow the music to shine."

Adam Frey has quickly established himself as one of the best euphonium soloists in the world by bringing his sharp intellect, mature musicianship, and charismatic stage presence to audiences all over the world.

Russell has been a professional soloist for over 15 years, establishing himself as one of the worlds leading exponents in the art of cornet playing.

"I choose Yamaha because it allows me to play with full confidence, knowing I can unleash my artistry with true passion and expression."

Jeff Jarvis has distinguished himself as a multi-faceted music industry professional. His solo recordings as a jazz trumpeter and composer have placed high on national air play charts and have won him critical acclaim.

Australian by birth, David King is regarded as one of the most dynamic figures in the world of brass today.