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The Dallas Wind Symphony is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been entertaining audiences for over three decades. Founded in 1985 by conductor Howard Dunn, the ensemble has become one of the most respected wind ensembles in the world. The Dallas Wind Symphony is made up of over 50 professional musicians who are dedicated to performing the highest quality wind music. The ensemble's main members include conductor Jerry Junkin, who has been the music director since 1993, and principal clarinetist Gregory Raden. Other notable members include principal trumpet player Ryan Anthony, principal horn player Gregory Hustis, and principal trombone player John Kitzman. The ensemble also features a number of talented guest soloists and conductors. The Dallas Wind Symphony has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas. The ensemble has also performed at numerous music festivals, including the Midwest Clinic, the Texas Music Educators Association Convention, and the World Association for Symphonic Bands and Ensembles Conference. One of the highlights of the Dallas Wind Symphony's career was their performance at the 2008 Midwest Clinic, which is the largest music education conference in the world. The ensemble received a standing ovation for their performance of John Mackey's "Redline Tango," which was conducted by the composer himself. The performance was later released on CD and received critical acclaim. The Dallas Wind Symphony has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout their career. In 2011, the ensemble was awarded the John Philip Sousa Foundation's Sudler Silver Scroll, which is the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a wind band. The award recognizes the Dallas Wind Symphony's excellence in performance and their contributions to the wind band repertoire. In addition to their performances, the Dallas Wind Symphony is also committed to music education. The ensemble regularly performs for school groups and offers masterclasses and clinics for young musicians. The ensemble also hosts an annual International Brass and Percussion Festival, which brings together some of the world's top brass and percussion players for a week of performances and workshops. The Dallas Wind Symphony's repertoire is diverse and includes works from a wide range of composers, including John Williams, Gustav Holst, and Leonard Bernstein. The ensemble is also known for their performances of contemporary wind music, and they have commissioned and premiered numerous works by composers such as John Mackey, Michael Daugherty, and Eric Whitacre. Overall, the Dallas Wind Symphony is a world-class ensemble that has made significant contributions to the wind band repertoire and has inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world. With their commitment to excellence in performance and music education, the ensemble is sure to continue to be a major force in the classical music world for years to come.

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