SchlagBläser specializes in chamber works of the 20th and 21st Centuries. This percussion and tuba duo came together in the Midwest during their tenure at the Emporia State University, each bringing their own unique sense of musicality and artistic tradition.

Jeff Hodapp, of Mankato Minnesota, and Tracy Freeze of Reno, Nevada are a powerfully cohesive duo in all manner of repertoire, bringing together decades of experience and extraordinary talent to create a musical symbiosis that is unmatched. These virtuosic musicians and contemporary music specialists, provide the ever important timbral palette which is the crux of contemporary music.

The primary musical pursuit of SchlagBläser is to present a fresh perspective on traditional repertoire and a tantalizingly bold voice in the realization of new works. To that end, the group fosters the creation of new chamber music and is eager to offer their interpretation to premiere performances and recordings.