The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s first Artspree event of the 2015-16 season will feature one of America’s longest-standing brass quintets, Saint Louis Brass Quintet, at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, in Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall.

Originally formed by members of the St. Louis Symphony, the Saint Louis Brass Quintet has performed more than 2,500 engagements throughout the world during its 40 years.

General admission for the concert is $15 and $10 for non-UALR students. Admission for UALR students, faculty, and staff is free. For tickets call 501.569.8993 or order online at www.ualr.tix.com.

Trombonist Melvyn Jernigan is the only remaining original member of the group. The critically acclaimed Summit Brass, an ensemble of brass players, came out of the Saint Louis Brass Quintet led by then-member and trumpeter David Hickman.

Summit Brass has hosted an annual institute for brass players, performed dozens of concert tours in the United States and Europe, and has recorded 10 CDs.

Artspree is a performing arts series funded in part by the UALR Chancellor’s Circle Foundation and supported by KLRE Classical 90.5.

The aim of the series is to bring unique musical and cultural performances to central Arkansas. In addition to the opening concert by the Saint Louis Brass Quintet, the series will feature an award-winning mime who has appeared on Broadway and two trios — one jazz and another that specializes in a wide array of musical periods.

Thanks to a partnership with the Little Rock School District, Artspree also is steeped in its commitment to educational outreach to young students.

For more information, contact Dr. Naoki Hakutani, Artspree director at 501.683.7230 or nxhakutani@ualr.edu.

Full 2015-16 Artspree series schedule

Saint Louis Brass Quintet

7:30 p.m. Oct. 6

UALR Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall

Founded in 1964, the Saint Louis Brass Quintet is one of America’s longest standing brass quintets.

Bill Bowers, mime artist

3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1

UALR University Theatre

Hailed by critics as the most accomplished and renowned mime of his generation. An award-winning actor, Bowers has also performed in all 50 United States and Puerto Rico. His Broadway credits include Zazu in “The Lion King” and Leggett in “The Scarlet Pimpernel.”

Stallard-Eller-Kompass Trio

7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 1

UALR Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall

Based at the University of South Carolina, this is a unique and innovative trio that has delighted audiences across North America and internationally with its virtuosic performances of music from a wide array of musical periods.

Mark Boling Trio

3 p.m. Sunday, April 3

UALR Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall

Mark Boling is a jazz guitarist, teacher, composer, and author. Boling has released three recordings as a leader (“Trio Life,” 2012; “Tune Me,” 2004; “Evidence,” 2000).