'Ceptet is a project featuring original compositions and arrangements by Des Moines musicians David Altemeier, Jason Danielson, and Brian Martin. Featuring four horns and rhythm section, the band allows the writers a vehicle to workshop as well as an opportunity to show off some of the area's finest musicians in a setting that combines the best of small and large ensembles. All three leaders worked with Bob Washut and Chris Merz at the University of Northern Iowa, and have made it a collective goal to hone their writing and arranging skills with fresh, exciting music in a hip club setting through a monthly collaboration with Noce.