Pull your eveningwear out of the closet, and join our live studio audience for our holiday special, A Brassy Little Christmas! 

In a swanky concert inspired by the glitz and glamour of late-night TV, LAB-A will bring holiday favorites and new classics to life. With a live band, special guests Tiffany Johns and John Snell, it’s sure to be a festive and unforgettable evening. Come celebrate in style, and keep your December merry and bright!

This concert is generously sponsored by Bob Reeves Brass. Learn more about all they offer for brass musicians at www.bobreeves.com!

Tiffany Johns is a multi-instrumentalist brass player and keyboardist from Los Angeles, California. Regularly performing and recording across Southern California and beyond, Tiffany maintains a diverse portfolio of musical styles and instruments.

Originally from the Washington, D.C. area, Tiffany started on euphonium in the 5th grade. She picked up trombone and bass trombone in high school, and has been hooked on brass doubling ever since. In Southern California, she can be seen most often playing in jazz bands, funk bands, studio sessions, opera orchestras, and the world-famous Disneyland Band.

Tiffany has performed and recorded with a number of world-renowned artists, including Bernard Purdie, Bootsy Collins, Fred Wesley, Jacob Collier, Gordon Goodwin, and Jason Derulo. She can be heard on numerous albums on multiple instruments, including two that were Grammy-nominated (Intercambio by the Wayne Wallace Latin Jazz Quintet and Canto América by La Orquesta Sinfonietta). She was a featured artist at the 2025 International Trombone Festival in London, Ontario.

In addition to performing and recording, Tiffany is an active composer and regional Emmy award-winning arranger. She has had arrangements and compositions performed both in the United States and abroad.

When not playing music, Tiffany can be found eating at her favorite taco trucks, thrifting, hanging out with friends at wine bars, or dancing the night away to disco music.

John Snell, a vital member of the Bob Reeves Brass team since 2001, is a dedicated craftsman and co-owner of the company. After completing an extensive apprenticeship, John emerged as the leading technician for valve alignment services, skillfully working on thousands of instruments. Alongside his technical expertise, John has been managing the company since 2010, ensuring its continued growth and success. 

In addition to his instrumental role at Bob Reeves Brass, John is also the dedicated host of three popular podcasts: The Other Side of the Bell, The Trombone Corner, and The Horn Signal. Through these platforms, he provides in-depth interviews with the world's top brass musicians, sharing their knowledge, passion, and insights with the wider brass community, and further contributing to the enrichment of the industry. Outside of the shop, John enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and running marathons.