Karl's Bavarian Brass – 2026 Line-up

Karl's Bavarian Brass Founder Members

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In Memory of Bryan Weston

It is with great sadness that on 8th June 2023 Bryan Weston left us for the big oompah gig in the sky.

Bryan was a joint founder of Karl's Bavarian Brass. He was a brilliant wit, fantastic entertainer and outstanding musician. After working with Alan for many years they founded KBB in 1995. We will miss him — he will never be forgotten.

The Current Line-up

Karl's Bavarian Brass are always a four piece band! The band evolves — the fun never stops. :-}

Alan – Joint founder of Karl's Bavarian Brass with Bryan Weston and Carl Astley. Alan fronts the band playing trumpet, flugelhorn and more. His "Music Man" gets them all on the floor... more

Louis – Young in looks, but looks are deceptive. Louis is an accomplished singer, musician and actor. Playing lead roles in Peter Pan, We Will Rock You and Les Miserables.

Phil – Having Herr Schmidt on percussion is such a thrill. Not only an accomplished drummer, but also singer and long-established actor.

Doug – Karl's Bavarian Brass are thrilled to have Doug polishing the keys. When he isn't rebuilding pianos and keyboards — he plays them!

Past Members & Friends

Bryan was there with his trombone and banjo, winding up the crowd — more

Carl Astley, joint founder, held things together on drums — more

Steve brought amazing keyboard skills to KBB for over 10 years.

John — thank you for your years of service.

Maire — the first lady of the band on accordion more

Ron on keyboards — we all loved Ron and Linda Oompah'd with style more

Line-up with Ron — photo with Ron

Richard — thank you for your amazing keyboard work and your legendary "Jaws" tribute!