Rafael Méndez Brass Institute
World renowned brass artist faculty committed to helping you grow your music career.
Thanks for Attending!
July 6-12, 2025
Please return at a later date for updates on RMBI 2026.
We are thrilled to announce that the Rafael Méndez Brass Institute will be returning to Denver this coming summer!
RMBI is an intensive, week-long educational experience focused on taking your playing to the next level. The institute includes: career seminars, master classes, chamber ensemble coachings, competitions, and incredible faculty recitals and concerts. RMBI is led by some of the finest brass musicians in the world - the members of Summit Brass.
Rafael Méndez Brass Institute
General Info
The Rafael Méndez Brass Institute is an intensive one-week online seminar that focuses on career development, music business, and professional technical skills.
Requirements to Apply
Ready to make that next step? Here’s everything you need to know ahead of submitting your application.
Daily Schedule
View the intensive RMBI daily schedule to see what we have planned for your day-to-day experience.
What People Are Saying
“I have attended before, but this year's institute was incredibly special to me for a host of reasons. Connecting with professionals in the brass world and getting a chance to learn from and play with them was not only beneficial for my playing, but for my soul.”
- Amalia Weber, 2019 & 2025 participant
“The institute showed a world where life, music, friendship, and legacy are truly one and the same. I'm excited to carry these lessons with me to next year and share them with my students.”
- Andy Chapel, 2025 participant
“RMBI was one of the most inspiring things I’ve ever done. I learned so much from the faculty and had so much fun meeting amazing people and getting to play music with some of the most talented people I’ve ever met!”
- Gianni Milano, 2025 participant
“I really enjoyed my time at RMBI because everyone was so kind and supportive of one another which allowed for a beautiful and fruitful place to learn.”
- Rebekah Marquez, 2025 participant
“I have never been to an institute where everyone was so welcoming. Everyone who I interacted with, whether faculty, staff, or student, was truly happy and investing in everyone else musically and personally.”
— Anonymous, 2023 participant
“I really enjoyed this festival, and I highly recommend it. It’s a very focused week of playing with some fantastic brass musicians and learning from the best in the business!”
— Vanderbilt Singleton, 2019 participant
Artist Faculty
Warren Deck
Tuba
David Kirk
Tuba
Chris Coletti
Trumpet
John Lofton
Bass Trombone
Scott Hartman
Trombone
Allene Hackleman
Horn
Wei-Ping Chou
Horn
Brian Bowman
Euphonium
Gail Robertson Euphonium
Richard Harris
Trombone
Kristina Mascher-Turner
Horn
2025 RMBI Tuition & Pricing
Application Fee: $35
discounts for preformed groups and returning attendees
Tuition: $985 (includes t-shirt)
Tuition Scholarships up to $500 available!
Weekly & Daily Auditor rates are also available.
Why attend
RMBI?
Three reasons: World-renowned artist faculty, career growth, and community.
RMBI fosters a global community of brass musicians. You will establish lasting and impactful relationships with everyone from the artist faculty to all attendees.
Whether you’re an amateur, a professional, or a student - there’s something for everyone.