The Graz-based Masala Brass Kollektiv has been offering a contrasting program to traditional Austrian brass music since 2007. The repertoire, consisting mainly of original compositions and a few self-arranged cover versions, ranges from alternative rock to Balkan, klezmer, funk and jazz to reggae and all imaginable and unimaginable crossovers of these genres. The music band with a difference not only makes music for its own sake, but also supports social initiatives. From 5 to 7 June 2026, the collective will be hosting the fifth edition of the international Urban Brass Festival "Skappa'nabanda!"
The cornerstones of our philosphy: Openness, collective self-organisation, musical diversity, communal spirit, the pleasure of making music and a cultural and social committment. Our principle of diversity is also evident in our repertoire.
Rarely do we play only on stage: Being mobile and unplugged, we are an all-terrain band that loves to perform on an equal footing with our audience - view Gigs, Festivals & Support.
Our repertoire consists largely of original compositions and self-arranged cover versions ranging from alternative rock, Balkan beat, klezmer, funk, jazz and reggae to all conceivable – and occasionally unlikely – crossovers of these genres. Being mobile and unplugged, we are an all-terrain band that loves to mingle with and engage the dancing crowd.
Do you know how to play an instrument, are you passionate about making music together and are you able to work out pieces on your own? Do you have a penchant for the unconventional and want to make your contribution to our masala? Then get in touch or just come along to a rehearsal - open rehearsal every Wednesday at 19:30 in the BischGym Graz, Lange Gasse 2!
