Grateful Brass Tickets

Grateful Brass blends the iconic Grateful Dead repertoire with a high-energy brass-driven sound rooted in New Orleans Second Line, Afrobeat, Balkan, and Afro-Cuban grooves. As a core part of the Jazz Mafia ecosystem, this ensemble brings a vibrant, danceable approach to classic Dead tunes and original arrangements.

Led by longtime collaborator Adam Theis—whose work with Bob Weir & Wolf Bros connects Grateful Brass to a broader network of top-tier improvisation and performance—this group crafts shows that feel both celebratory and deeply musical. Expect tight horn lines, infectious rhythms, and a live experience that invites you to sing along, dance, and stay for the encore.

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area and touring across the West Coast, Grateful Brass programs engaging performances at venues large and intimate, from theatres to pubs, with a steady stream of appearances on radio and streaming platforms associated with Jazz Mafia’s rich ecosystem.

Secure your seats for upcoming performances and explore their discography that captures the live energy of their evolving sound.

Discography highlights: Grateful Brass | LIVE! at the Guild Theatre 2/13/24 (2024); Live at the Guild Theatre - EP (2024); Grateful Brass (EP) (2022). The group’s catalog reflects dynamic horn-driven renditions of Grateful Dead material with genre-crossing influences that keep shows fresh and engaging.

Upcoming tour info: Look for Grateful Brass on stage at Grace Cathedral (San Francisco) on May 9, 2025; Elephant in the Room Pub (Healdsburg) on May 31, 2025; KPFA 94.1 live appearance (San Francisco) on March 1, 2025; Alberta Rose Theatre (Portland) on December 31, 2025. Each date is treated as a standalone event with a focus on ensuring you secure your seats early.