New Orleans Brass 2 Second Line Brass Band

• Features a Second Line style Brass Band with 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones, 1 Baritone Saxophone, 1 Sousaphone, and Marching percussion.
• Includes up to 9 core articulations and up to 10 Round Robins, providing a range of expressive options.
• Requires the FULL version of Kontakt 5/6/7/8 or above; not compatible with Kontakt Player.
• Offers three microphone signals: Dynamic, Ribbon, and Pencil for varied sonic character.
• Designed to capture the authentic New Orleans Brass Band vibe with colorful articulations like falls, rises, and flutter tongues.

Product Overview

New Orleans Brass 2 Second Line Brass Band is a vibrant collection of brass instruments designed to capture the essence of New Orleans' unique musical style. Featuring trumpets, trombones, a baritone saxophone, a sousaphone, and marching percussion, this library offers a rich palette for creating authentic NOLA brass band sounds.

Details

The library includes over 12,000 samples with up to nine core articulations, depending on the instrument. Articulations range from standard 'bread and butter' options to more expressive textures such as falls, rises, runs, flutter tongues, and various effects like squeaks and squeals. The ensemble is recorded with three distinct signals—Dynamic, Ribbon, and Pencil—allowing for flexibility in mixing and tonal shaping.

With up to ten round robins and four dynamics per articulation, the instrument provides a deeply human feel, essential for capturing the lively spirit of brass band music. This library is particularly suited for projects that require a characterful and specific New Orleans vibe, making it a valuable tool for composers working in genres influenced by jazz and world music.