The Westerlies: Classical Ensemble in New York

About The Westerlies

The Westerlies is an American brass quartet built around two trumpets and two trombones, with a sound shaped by contemporary classical practice alongside jazz and folk traditions. In New York City, they have appeared at Roulette, including an album-release concert with guitarist Bill Frisell. Their projects often involve close collaboration and arranging, treating the brass choir as a flexible chamber ensemble rather than a fixed section. The group’s performances favor blend and timbral detail over display.