BRIAN SHAW
Woodwinds | Conductor | Singer | Repair
LATEST NEWS
October, 2022
I've started repairing clarinets! If you have a horn in need of basic maintenance/repair, hop on over to the "Woodwind Repair" section of the site for further details!
I've started repairing clarinets! If you have a horn in need of basic maintenance/repair, hop on over to the "Woodwind Repair" section of the site for further details!
September, 2022
Well, I can't blame this absense on COVID... but I'm back! Since I last posted, I've performed quite a few times, but neglected to keep the site updated. Now that the world is basically back in full force, I figured it's time to get this running again. I'll be updating my calendar with new upcoming performances, and filling in with some new video highlights as I'm able. I've had a busy couple of years, and I'm excited for some opportunities ahead. Stay tuned!
Well, I can't blame this absense on COVID... but I'm back! Since I last posted, I've performed quite a few times, but neglected to keep the site updated. Now that the world is basically back in full force, I figured it's time to get this running again. I'll be updating my calendar with new upcoming performances, and filling in with some new video highlights as I'm able. I've had a busy couple of years, and I'm excited for some opportunities ahead. Stay tuned!
April, 2020
Well this is long overdue... Apologies for the neglect of this site. There's not a lot to say at this exact moment. I'm quarantined at home, here in NYC. I celebrated my 40th birthday with my roommates. I'm participating in a couple "virtual" orchestras soon, which should be fun. Otherwise, I'm just staying safe inside until we hear that it's safe enough to be out again. Stay safe out there, everyone!
Well this is long overdue... Apologies for the neglect of this site. There's not a lot to say at this exact moment. I'm quarantined at home, here in NYC. I celebrated my 40th birthday with my roommates. I'm participating in a couple "virtual" orchestras soon, which should be fun. Otherwise, I'm just staying safe inside until we hear that it's safe enough to be out again. Stay safe out there, everyone!
May, 2018
I'm heading north to Ogunquit, Maine, to play a show at the Ogunquit Playhouse. "Oklahoma!" will run June 15-July7. Grab tickets and come visit beautiful Ogunquit, Maine and me! www.ogunquitplayhouse.org
I'm heading north to Ogunquit, Maine, to play a show at the Ogunquit Playhouse. "Oklahoma!" will run June 15-July7. Grab tickets and come visit beautiful Ogunquit, Maine and me! www.ogunquitplayhouse.org
January, 2018
I'm thrilled to announce that I have been selected the winner of the Queer Urban Orchestra's 2017-2018 Concerto Competition. I will be performing Aleksandr Glazunov's Concerto for Alto Saxophone and String Orchestra on February 24, with the Queer Urban Orchestra! Tickets are already available here.
I'm thrilled to announce that I have been selected the winner of the Queer Urban Orchestra's 2017-2018 Concerto Competition. I will be performing Aleksandr Glazunov's Concerto for Alto Saxophone and String Orchestra on February 24, with the Queer Urban Orchestra! Tickets are already available here.
June, 2017
I'm headed to Chatham, MA to play woodwinds at the Monomoy Theatre's production of A Little Night Music, June 20-July 1. This is going to be an exciting two weeks, as I work with a new MD, new musicians, and play bassoon for the first time in public! If you're on The Cape during the run, grab tickets and come check it out!
I'm headed to Chatham, MA to play woodwinds at the Monomoy Theatre's production of A Little Night Music, June 20-July 1. This is going to be an exciting two weeks, as I work with a new MD, new musicians, and play bassoon for the first time in public! If you're on The Cape during the run, grab tickets and come check it out!
March, 2017
I'm thrilled to be joining the orchestra of the Blue Hill Troupe's production of City of Angels, April 21-29, playing low reeds! This is such a great score and I'm so excited to get the opportunity to play it. Tickets available here.
I'm thrilled to be joining the orchestra of the Blue Hill Troupe's production of City of Angels, April 21-29, playing low reeds! This is such a great score and I'm so excited to get the opportunity to play it. Tickets available here.
December, 2016:
I bought a bassoon!! And thus begins the arduous process of learning a new instrument again. I can't wait to get acquainted with this beauty and open up a world of books I couldn't play before!
I bought a bassoon!! And thus begins the arduous process of learning a new instrument again. I can't wait to get acquainted with this beauty and open up a world of books I couldn't play before!
November, 2016:
I've been back in NYC since the end of August, working several jobs, and playing oboe with the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps Symphonic Band and the Queer Urban Orchestra. Upcoming concerts on Saturday, November 19, with QUO, and Thursday, December 8, with the LGBAC Symphonic Band.
I've been back in NYC since the end of August, working several jobs, and playing oboe with the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps Symphonic Band and the Queer Urban Orchestra. Upcoming concerts on Saturday, November 19, with QUO, and Thursday, December 8, with the LGBAC Symphonic Band.
August 4, 2016:
I'm packing my bags and heading upstate to Hancock, NY to teach and play at the French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts, August 8-28! This will be my first experience teaching and I'm excited to inspire the kids, and certainly be inspired by them!
I'm packing my bags and heading upstate to Hancock, NY to teach and play at the French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts, August 8-28! This will be my first experience teaching and I'm excited to inspire the kids, and certainly be inspired by them!
July 22, 2016:
I'm excited to announce that I'll be going back "In The Heights" July 29 - August 7 at the White Plains Performing Arts Center! I love this book! Get your tickets now at http://wppac.com.
I'm excited to announce that I'll be going back "In The Heights" July 29 - August 7 at the White Plains Performing Arts Center! I love this book! Get your tickets now at http://wppac.com.
January 18, 2016
Last year, I had the pleasure of performing a wonderful piece written by my friend Seth Bedford, titled Flushing Meadows, 1964. Seth has recently uploaded an audio copy of the performance to his website, which you can check out here!
Last year, I had the pleasure of performing a wonderful piece written by my friend Seth Bedford, titled Flushing Meadows, 1964. Seth has recently uploaded an audio copy of the performance to his website, which you can check out here!
June 30, 2015
I'm going back on the road with the first national tour of "Bullets Over Broadway" beginning in October of 2015!! Click here for details and tickets!
I'm going back on the road with the first national tour of "Bullets Over Broadway" beginning in October of 2015!! Click here for details and tickets!
April 22, 2015
I'm excited to announce my first venture with The Heights Players, based in Brooklyn Heights. I'll be joining their production of Kiss Me Kate, May 14-31, at 26 Willow Place, Brooklyn, NY, playing Reeds 2 & 3.
I'm excited to announce my first venture with The Heights Players, based in Brooklyn Heights. I'll be joining their production of Kiss Me Kate, May 14-31, at 26 Willow Place, Brooklyn, NY, playing Reeds 2 & 3.
March 28, 2015
On April 11, I'll be taking the stage at Symphony Space with the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps Symphonic Band for a one-night engagement, New York State of Mind, featuring our first ever concerto competition winner, guest artist and Tony award winner Randy Graff, and the world premier of a piece commissioned just for us by up-and-coming composer Clint Borzoni. Tickets available at the Symphony Space website.
On April 11, I'll be taking the stage at Symphony Space with the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps Symphonic Band for a one-night engagement, New York State of Mind, featuring our first ever concerto competition winner, guest artist and Tony award winner Randy Graff, and the world premier of a piece commissioned just for us by up-and-coming composer Clint Borzoni. Tickets available at the Symphony Space website.
March 11, 2015
I will be making my NYC instrumental soloist debut March 20 & 21, performing the World Premier of Seth Bedford's "Flushing Meadows, 1964" for solo Alto Saxophone and Orchestra, with the Chelsea Symphony! Follow this link for more details and tickets.
I will be making my NYC instrumental soloist debut March 20 & 21, performing the World Premier of Seth Bedford's "Flushing Meadows, 1964" for solo Alto Saxophone and Orchestra, with the Chelsea Symphony! Follow this link for more details and tickets.
January 31, 2015
I'll be joining the orchestra at the Palace Theatre in Manchester, NH for their production of West Side Story, February 20-March 7. If you're in the area, grab a ticket online and check out the show!
I'll be joining the orchestra at the Palace Theatre in Manchester, NH for their production of West Side Story, February 20-March 7. If you're in the area, grab a ticket online and check out the show!
January 2, 2015
I'm excited to have just created and uploaded a new clip reel, using clips from the National Tour of Elf The Musical that I just returned from. You can find the video here or find it on my Media page.
I'm excited to have just created and uploaded a new clip reel, using clips from the National Tour of Elf The Musical that I just returned from. You can find the video here or find it on my Media page.
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