MBI Indoor Percussion Auditions announced!
(Batterie Only) Saturday, September 28th 9am-5pm (Registration begins at 8:30 am)
(Batterie and Front) Sunday, September 29th 9am-5pm (Registration begins at 8:30 am)
Callback Weekend:
(Batterie Only) Saturday, October 19th 9am-5pm (Registration begins at 8:30am)
(Batterie and Front) Sunday, October 20th 9am-5pm (Registration begins at 8:30 am)
Silver Bell Learning Center
2120 Silver Bell Rd
Eagan, MN 55122
The season kicked off with a bang at the Premiere show when MBI performers came onto the floor veiled in yellow raincoats. They took them off to reveal a full Pennywise costume from IT. The theme was hugely popular, and the guard produced a “Who is IT?” post to showcase performers who you wouldn’t otherwise recognize in their costumes & makeup. MBI Winter Guard finished 19th in Independent Open at Dayton, Ohio.
Celebrating its 15th year in 2023, MBI Indoor Percussion competed both locally and nationally. The season culminated with MBI being a WGI Semi-Finalist in Dayton, OH and placing 17th in Percussion Independent World (PIW) competition – MBI’s highest placement in a decade. The 2023 production was titled “Fade to Black” and featured the ensemble fading in and out of both visual and musical textures ending as the members literally fading away and disappearing into the all-black set pieces. “Hang my head, drown my fear, til they all just disappear.” This lyrics were heard in the last moments of the show as MBI played “Black Hole Sun” by Soundgarden.
“Hello!” was the perfect introduction for the debut of our new WGI Winds ensemble. 20 talented horn players came together to create a vibrant program that entertained audiences. The initial season definitely opened new doors for the growing WGI Winds class, especially at home in Minnesota. MBI Winds finished in 4th place in Independent Open in Dayton, Ohio.
Thanks again to all who donated to our winter ensembles. Minnesota Brass is committed to providing a quality performance experience to our members while trying to reduce costs as much as possible. We couldn’t do it without you!
Both MBI Winter Percussion and Winter Guard are spending some time in Chicago this February. MBI Percussion performed at the WGI regional last weekend where they placed second in the Percussion Independent World class. The Guard will be competing in WGI Independent Open class this weekend. Good luck MBI Colorguard and keep it going MBI Percussion!
MBI Indoor Percussion is proud to present their 2020 Program “These Precious Scars.” Everyone faces adversity in their life. That adversity can lead to deep and lasting scars. It is through persevering and overcoming these scars that true strength can be found. The scars become the strongest and most valuable part of a person. They show the triumph over adversity. The music from this year’s show is taken from Fluerie and Alessia Cara.
MBI Indoor Percussion begins its 13th season at Eagan High School this Saturday. MBI Indoor is under the direction of Katy Matuzak with assistance by Jake Esterberg. The creative staff is Joel Matuzak, Matt Hahn, Tyler Shipe, Natalie Sterner, Joe Jeager, and Chris Judd. Cover design by Wil Furnstahl.
MBI Indoor Percussion is thrilled to introduce the 2020 Winter Front Ensemble Staff lead by Coordinator Chris Judd and Supervisor Erin VanBurkleo. Returning to the team will be Elle Mehr, Alex St. Clair, Bridger Herman, and Alli Wilmes. New to the team in 2020 will be Wyatt Martin, Emily Ruetz, and Faith Haley (See bios on the Indoor Percussion page. )
MBI Winter percussion begins our 2020 season this Sunday. October 27th at Totino Grace High School in Fridley. Click Join for more information.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
