This evening celebrates our season theme, “Dream Big or Go Home!” and honors two extraordinary individuals: Richard Carlson, a founding member of TPWO, and James Stellmaker, a legendary Minnesota music educator.

We’re thrilled to premiere Lied for Wind Band, a new commission by Mark Camphouse, written in memory of Richard Carlson. Camphouse will also conduct his 2013 work, Twin Ports Overture, which honors Jim Stellmaker and features a trombone-euphonium duet symbolizing their friendship.

The program also includes:

• Americans We by Henry Fillmore – An energetic American march.

• Downey Overture by Oscar Navarro – A vibrant fusion of Spanish and Latin-American influences.

• Alte Kameraden by Carl Teike – A classic German march celebrating lifelong bonds.

• Lookfar: Chorale for Ursula by James M. David – A reflective tribute inspired by Ursula K. Le Guin.

• Air Mobility Command March by Mark Camphouse – A spirited tribute to the U.S. Air Force.

• Music for a Festival by Philip Sparke – A dynamic work full of contrasts.

• Solid Men to the Front by John Philip Sousa – A stirring Sousa march.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, remembrance, and inspiration as we honor these “big dreamers.” See you on May 31!