Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts

"The Hett" is Southern Illinois' premier performing arts venue, presenting world class dance, drama, classical music and jazz. The 488-seat auditorium is located on the McKendree University campus in Lebanon, Illinois, 25 miles from St. Louis.

 

 

 

STL Brass

The St. Louis Brass Band with the St. Louis Brass Academy & Youth Brass

Sunday, May 3  //  3:00 p.m.

 

Join the St. Louis Brass Band, St. Louis Academy Brass Band, and St. Louis Youth Brass for an afternoon of terrific music! The STLBB, under the direction of Dr. John Bell, placed second in their section at the 2024 North American Brass Band Association Championships.

The Academy Band, composed of high school students, is conducted by McKendree alum Bradley Eston ’24. You won’t want to miss this afternoon of music featuring everything from standard brass band repertoire to lighter toe-tapping tunes and beautiful ballads!

FRIENDS: $16.00 Adult / $16.00 Senior / $16.00 Youth
PUBLIC: $20.00 Adult / $20.00 Senior / $20.00 Youth

Tickets on Sale August 11

 

 

 

STL Brass

Mark your calendar!

Our 2026-2027 Season will be revealed on Thursday, May 28 at noon!

Want a first look before anyone else? Make a gift of $250 or more and you’ll receive an exclusive invitation to our Season Reveal Celebration on Wednesday, May 27, where you’ll get early access to the full lineup before it goes public.

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The Hett and McKendree University  acknowledge support from the Illinois Arts Council Logo