Since its founding in 1983 by Michael Levine, the Dallas Brass has become one of America 's foremost musical ensembles. The group has established a unique blend of traditional brass instruments with a full complement of drums and percussion, which creates a performing entity of extraordinary range and musical challenges. The Dallas Brass repertoire includes classical masterpieces, Dixieland, swing, Broadway, Hollywood and patriotic music. According to Mr. Levine, "A Dallas Brass concert is intended for the entire family. Our ideal audience has a range in ages from 5 to 95. Our goal is to entertain and enrich by playing great music, while showing our audience how much we enjoy what we do." This performance will include and unprecedented educational component. Sidney and Shelby County high and middle school music students will be invited to spend the afternoon with Dallas Brass musicians in rehearsals and clinics. They will then take the stage to perform with the Dallas Brass during the evening performance.