The North American Brass Band Association Championships of 2026 will go down as an unforgettable experience for the band. Through the hard work of our incredible players and the unparalleled mind and leadership of Philip Harper, we left everything on the stage and walked away with a performance we were proud of. A special shoutout to the incredible work that our own music director, Mark A. Taylor, did leading up to Philip's arrival. Without him, the band would not be where it was this...

The Chicago Brass Band is thrilled to welcome Philip Harper, Musical Director of the world-renowned Cory Band, to Chicagoland this week. Widely regarded as one of the leading musical minds in the brass band world, Harper has led Cory Band to international acclaim, including multiple major championship titles and global recognition for artistic excellence. His visit marks an exciting continuation of his ongoing collaboration with Chicago Brass Band in preparation for the upcoming North...

The Chicago Brass Band is proud to announce its First Place finish  at the Gateway Brass Band Championships, held yesterday in O’Fallon, Illinois. Under the direction of Dr. Mark A. Taylor, the band delivered a strong performance of its contest program, earning top honors among a field of ensembles from across the region. This achievement reflects the dedication of the entire group and marks an exciting milestone in the band’s season. We extend our sincere congratulations to all of the bands...