In the summer of 1997, three musicians assigned to play in the same brass quintet met at the Aspen Music Festival. As the summer progressed and their acquaintance turned friendship, their ardent desire to continue playing together solidified into the inception of a large brass ensemble.

Many United Brass members developed a relationship with conductor Tad Suzuki during their early musical training. Mr. Suzuki had frequently appeared at Interlochen Arts Academy as a pedagogue and guest conductor when several current United Brass members were still in high school. In light of his expertise in the brass band tradition and pre-formed relationships with some United Brass personnel, Mr. Suzuki was the obvious choice in the search for a conductor.

Although the members of United Brass are spread across the globe, holding positions in orchestras from New York to Hong Kong, the group is committed to convening for recordings and tours on a regular basis. This commitment and the bond of friendship among colleagues gives this group an edge unlike any other.