Brad Harrison

After spending several years on violin and piano, Brad discovered the trumpet in high school and hasn't looked back. Since then, he has gone on to study classical trumpet and composition at University of Toronto as well as jazz performance and arranging at Humber College. His teachers have included Jim Spragg, Brian O’Kane, John MacLeod, Brigham Philips, Steven Crowe, and Steve McDade. As a composer, Brad has written for many different types of ensembles in a variety of genres including choir, solo voice and piano, and various sized brass and jazz ensembles. His 8-piece brass band, BrassAckwards, plays only original arrangements from a wide variety of genres. Brad is a versatile performer, equally at home in a jazz combo, chamber ensemble, big band, or pit orchestra. Interestingly enough, Brad may be the only person to have played hockey and the national anthem at both Maple Leaf Gardens and the Air Canada Center. His varied career has allowed him the privilege of sharing the stage with such acclaimed artists as The Canadian Brass, Alistair Kay, Alain Trudel, Hilario Duran, Dave Douglas, and Randy Brecker. Brad currently runs the Private Lesson Program at St. Michael’s College School where he also keeps his own studio of trumpet students.

rock
Grade 2
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Brown and Tan is a medium tempo feature for flute or alto saxophone reminiscent of the jazzy pop tunes of the 60’s and 70’s. The improvised section can be navigated using only the F major concert scale. Two full chorus band solis also allow the rest of the ensemble to shine as well.

BandSubgenreComposerDurationMeterTempo
Jazz BandStraight 8thsBrad Harrison6:004/4 150
ballad
Grade 2
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This rock ballad from Brad Harrison brings on the romance and features simple harmony and rhythms for beginning bands. It also is a great spotlight for your great alto sax player.

BandSubgenreComposerDurationMeterTempo
Jazz BandRock BalladBrad Harrison4:004/4100

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