The Gettysburg Brass Band Festival is again pleased to welcome the All-Star Brass and Percussion of Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Eric Aho, Director of Bands and Orchestra at Independence High School, founded the group in 1986. Students involved in the band must receive a nomination and successfully complete an audition process. Young musicians from over 40 schools and eight Central Ohio counties currently participate in the organization. While some All-Star students pursue musical careers, most continue with music as an avocation. In 2009, 2014, and 2019, the ensemble fulfilled the opportunity of a lifetime by participating in the New York Band & Orchestra Festival with performances in Central Park and Carnegie Hall. The All-Star Brass and Percussion is the first and most awarded youth honors brass band organization in North America.

The ASBB will perform at the Gettysburg Heritage Center on Friday, June 12 at 6:00 pm, and at 11:00 am at the Hollabaugh Bros. Family Farm on Saturday, June 13 as well as the Lutheran Seminary Pavilion at 4:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to enjoy two days of outstanding brass music on Saturday, June 13 from noon to 7:00 pm and Sunday, June 14 from noon to 5:00 pm at the United Lutheran Seminary Pavilion. All performances are free and open to the public. A complete schedule is available at www.gettysburgbrassbandfestival.com.