The Oompa Meisters Brass Band is a veteran-owned New England brass band based in Springfield, Massachusetts, bringing high-energy live music to events across the region. Our sound blends New Orleans street-band swagger, New England musicianship, and traditional Bavarian oompah music — an unbeatable combination that gets every crowd on its feet.

We perform as a 4–8 piece professional brass band, delivering mobile, high-energy performances for parades, Oktoberfests, festivals, weddings, and corporate events throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, all year long.

What We Do!

Learn more about the Oompa Meisters Brass Band, including our repertoire, lineup options, service areas, and booking details on our Brass Band Services page. 

🎺 Perform as a New England Brass Band for Hire

We create paid performance opportunities for U.S. veterans who love to play music.
Bringing purpose, pride, and pay to those who’ve served.

🎷 Deliver Authentic Oktoberfest & Brass Band Music

We blend Bavarian brass with the flavor of New Orleans street bands.
Old-world tradition, new-school energy.

🌍 Bring New Orleans–Style Street Band Energy

We build awareness and appreciation for veterans and global musical traditions.
Live music, shared stories, and community joy.

🎉 Turn Events into Parties!

From parades to festivals, we turn any event into a celebration.
High-energy music that gets crowds moving.

The Oompa Meisters Brass Band blends traditional German oompah and Bavarian brass music with New Orleans–style brass, parade music, and crowd-driven festival performances, making us versatile for Oktoberfests, parades, weddings, and large events. 

Service Area:

We perform throughout New England and now New York, including:
• Massachusetts
• Connecticut
• Rhode Island
• New Hampshire
• Vermont
• Maine

• Recently added New York!

*Available nationwide for select events. 

🎤 Testimonials

“It’s like Oktoberfest met Mardi Gras and joined the Army. Incredible energy.”
— Chris B., Brewery Owner

“They’re like a beignet with bratwurst! — sweet, spicy, and totally unexpected. Everyone loved it.”    

— Foxborough Founders Day Announcer

"Our guests couldn’t stop dancing — even the mayor was tapping his foot. Would book them again in a heartbeat.”
— Tom R., Town Festival Organizer

“Fun, polished, totally unique. These guys know how to make a party unforgettable.”
— Jessica D., Private Party Host

“Every report from our audience says YOU ARE GREAT!  Thank you for participating in the Wellesley Veterans Parade."
— Carl N., Wellesley Celebrations Committee 

FAQs:

What is an oompah band?
An oompah band is a type of German brass band that performs traditional Bavarian music commonly heard at Oktoberfest celebrations, beer festivals, and German-themed events. Oompah bands typically feature tuba, trumpet, trombone, and percussion, with the tuba providing the signature “oom-pah” rhythm that drives the music.

Oompah band vs. brass band — what’s the difference?
An oompah band is a specific style of brass band, but not all brass bands are oompah bands.

• Oompah bands focus on traditional German and Bavarian music, including polkas, marches, and Oktoberfest standards.
  
  

• Brass bands are a broader category that can include New Orleans Street bands, jazz brass bands, funk bands, parade bands, and festival bands.
  
  

Some modern brass bands — including The Oompa Meisters Brass Band — blend traditional oompah music with New Orleans–style brass, parade music, and high-energy festival performances, making them versatile for Oktoberfests, parades, weddings, and large outdoor events.