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Please note: This schedule is a work in progress. Please return to this page frequently for additions and updates.

Atlantic Brass Quintet Summer Seminar & Recital (July 1-11, 2025) - This comprehensive series of events is designed to inspire, educate, and entertain.

Masterclasses with acclaimed artists (all at 6:30 p.m.):

• Tuesday, July 1 – “Practice Like an Expert” with trumpet virtuoso Micah Killion, focused on developing effective practice strategies (for students, seventh grade and above).
• Thursday, July 3 – “How to Create a Career in Music” with dynamic trombonist Nikki Abissi, offering advice on navigating the music industry (for students, seventh grade and above).
• Saturday, July 5 – “Mastering the Art of Sightreading” with renowned trumpeter Wayne du Maine, designed to sharpen reading and performance skills (for students, seventh grade and above).

Student performances:

• 10 a.m., Friday, July 4 – “A Morning of Majestic Brass,” an elegant showcase by Atlantic Brass Seminar students (open to the public).
• 10 a.m., Friday, July 11 – “The Culmination of Excellence,” the seminar’s grand finale student concert (open to the public).

Recital:

• 7 p.m., Thursday, July 10 – The Atlantic Brass Quintet in Concert, a powerful and engaging performance by the ensemble.

All events are free, but registration is required. Tickets are available at .

• 1 p.m.: The Quick Center’s five galleries reopen with fresh exhibitions:
  • The Front Gallery will feature Once Upon a Sketch by Dr. Heather Lynn Harris, associate professor of Communication, offering a behind-the-scenes look at children’s book illustration.
  • The Kenney Gallery will showcase treasures from the center’s Southwest and Asian Collection, highlighting cultural and spiritual artistry.
  • In the Dresser Gallery, realist painters Mikel Wintermantel and Barbara Fox present evocative works rich in atmosphere and technique.
  • The Laine Gallery will honor Indigenous culture through the powerful digital work of Seneca artist Carson Waterman, blending traditional Haudenosaunee themes with contemporary expression.
  • Enhancing the entire experience, the Beltz Gallery will introduce a new audio tour, featuring narration by former ������������ theater professor Ed. Simone, providing artist commentary and insights for visitors of all ages.
• 3 p.m.: Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra with JoAnn Falletta: Celebrate our 30th anniversary with a special performance by the renowned Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Grammy-winning Conductor JoAnn Falletta.