Southern Stars Symphonic Brass to Present “Brass Potpourri” Concert in Crossville on May 3
Southern Stars Symphonic Brass Band, The Official Brass Band of Tennessee
Under the direction of Artistic Director Dwight Wages, the program promises a wide-ranging musical experience designed to appeal to a broad audience. The term “potpourri” reflects the diversity of the repertoire, which spans patriotic, classical, Broadway, and popular selections.
What to Expect from the Southern Stars Symphonic Brass
For those new to the ensemble, SSSB is a professional-level instrumental group featuring 27 brass musicians and four percussionists. The group is known for delivering high-quality performances that blend technical excellence with accessible programming.
Musicians travel from across the region, including Nashville, Knoxville, Murfreesboro, Cookeville, Tullahoma, Clarksville, and beyond—even from neighboring states such as Georgia and Alabama—to perform in the ensemble.
Audiences can expect a mix of:
— Patriotic music
— Movie and Broadway favorites
— Marches and hymn tunes
— Swing, ragtime, and semi-classical pieces
Featured Program Highlights
The “Brass Potpourri” concert will include a variety of standout selections:
“American Pageant” – A medley of patriotic tunes honoring America’s 250th anniversary, featuring music from the Revolutionary and Civil War eras
“Cousins” – Euphonium duet performed by Zach Sapp and Briana Vogt
“Little Fugue in G Minor” – By Johann Sebastian Bach
“Liberty Bell March” – A classic American march
“Summon the Heroes” – Composed by John Williams for the 1996 Atlanta Olympics
“Mighty Fortress!” – A hymn-based fugue
“Finale from Symphony No. 3” – By Camille Saint-Saëns
“Concerto de Aranjuez” – Flugelhorn solo performed by Chris McCormick
“Brassed Off Fantasy” – Featuring themes from “Danny Boy” and the “William Tell Overture”
Additional selections may include:
“Miss Trombone”
“The Shield of Liberty”
“Quando, Quando, Quando”
“Hora Staccato”
Video previews of several pieces are available at https://www.facebook.com/SouthernStarsBrass – the Southern Stars Symphonic Brass Facebook page.
Tickets, Sponsors, and Where to Buy
Concert sponsors include:
Fairfield Glade Rotary Club
Pete Bisbee, Edward Jones Financial Advisor
Tom McDonald (Tucson, Arizona)
Ticket Information:
Adults: $22
Students: Free (including college students with valid ID)
Advance tickets are available at:
First National Bank of Tennessee (Crossville and Fairfield Glade locations)
Atlas Realty (Fairfield Glade Mall)
Reliable Jewelry Repair (Fairfield Glade Mall)
Quick Answers (AEO)
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What is the Southern Stars Symphonic Brass concert in Crossville?
A live brass ensemble performance titled “Brass Potpourri,” featuring a wide variety of musical styles.
When is the concert?
Sunday, May 3 at 3 p.m.
Where is it being held?
Cumberland County High School’s new auditorium in Crossville, Tennessee.
How much are tickets?
$22 for adults; students attend free with ID.
What kind of music will be performed?
A mix of patriotic, classical, Broadway, and popular selections performed by a professional brass ensemble.