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Recent Examples of brass band
Only in New Orleans would a brass band, a police escort, and a Monsignor show up to bless a group of turtles named after sauces.
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Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
For the evening, check local event listings for a second line parade or catch a live brass band at Tipitina’s.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
Cap the night with a second line parade (check local event listings) or a live brass band at Tipitina’s.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
In the evening, catch a second line parade (check local event listings) or a live brass band at Tipitina’s.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
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Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
For the evening, check local event listings for a second line parade or catch a live brass band at Tipitina’s.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
Cap the night with a second line parade (check local event listings) or a live brass band at Tipitina’s.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
In the evening, catch a second line parade (check local event listings) or a live brass band at Tipitina’s.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brass band
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For example, the orchestra performs Iain Farrington’s transformation of Claude Debussy’s Cello Sonata — originally a cello and piano piece — into a work for chamber orchestra.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
22 May 2026
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The production will be directed by Kevin Newbury, and Bruce Stasyna will conduct a 17-piece chamber orchestra.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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In fact, there were long stretches Monday night when the audience resembled one politely taking in a symphony orchestra more than one attending a summer amphitheater concert headlined by a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2026
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Fusing whimsical electronics and a full symphony orchestra, the Galaxy soundtracks channeled the wide-screen ambition of Hollywood scores, marking a new era for game music.—
Billie Bugara,
Pitchfork,
9 May 2026
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All other orchestras have announced theirs by now because planning is always about18 months ahead of performances.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
2 June 2026
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The two-night event pairs a live band, vocalist and full orchestra performing both Swift’s hits and deep cuts, with tickets ranging from $80 to $135.—
Ian Cummings,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2026
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“Brass band.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brass%20band. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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