ALPHA BRASS AT GALAXY BREWING
The Alpha Brass Band is one of the most talented groups in the Binghamton area. With a sound that can only be described as New Orleans brass, Alpha Brass Band gets audiences dancing to a new tune every time they play. Influenced by bands such as the Dirty Dozen, The Meters, and Dr. John, the “Alpha Bees” are comfortable playing a variety of different genres, from traditional tunes to more modern covers. The line-up includes Rob Cotten, Larry Ricciardi, Vic Merrill, Dennis Martin, Tim Zapach, and of course, Rob Weinberger. Each is a lord of his instrument, whether it’s Dennis Martin on the trombone or Rob Weinberger’s indomitable tenor sax. As you might have guessed, the focus of the band is on the brass, but there is also a sweet percussion section that only adds to the grooviness of the group. At 9pm on April 28th, Alpha Brass Band takes the stage at Galaxy Brewing Company, 41 Court St. in Binghamton. More information is available on Galaxy Brewing’s Facebook page.
(Photo by Joshua Witter)