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Group Toots Own Horns To Help Others

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The Tampa Tribune

Published: February 11, 2008

SUN CITY CENTER - Antique Brass is a loosely organized group of five South Shore area musicians who like to toot their horns - literally.

The name of the group, said Bill Rudy, who offers his family room for practice sessions, seems to fit.

"We play antique music with antique-style horns," said Rudy, who plays the French horn.

For some, music was a pastime throughout their lives rather than a means of earning a living. Now, all have dusted off or replaced their instruments, hoping to make joyful music and bring a little joy into the lives of others.

"We want to play for anyone in need," Rudy said, "especially for people in nursing homes."

"We are interested in playing at recovery places where we can entertain and interact with people," Rudy said. "It will lift their spirits."

The group mixes the sounds of the French horn, trumpet, trombone and tuba.

For information on Antique Brass, call Rudy at (813) 633-3207.

Elaine Markowitz

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