Mr. Carlson's Opus

A project in Sioux Falls, SD by Kevin Carlson
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An original band composition to honor and commemorate Bob Carlson's illustrious 44-year career in music education.
Backers: 164
Average Pledge Per Backer: $63

Funded: $10,405 of $7,000
Dates: Jan 9th -> Feb 10th (33 days)
Project By: Kevin Carlson
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Latest News

No words...

April 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Last night was a night we will never forget.  The hall was packed.  They normally only open the main floor for these concerts, but last night they opened the mezzanine and the 3rd level as well.  "Charismatick" was met with an instant standing... (Read More)

It is so on...

April 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Really looking forward to seeing everybody on Thursday.  Don't forget - the concert is this Thursday, April 4th, at 7:00 pm at the Washington Pavillion.  If your reward included tickets to the show, they will be available at the 'will call'... (Read More)

Mark your calendar! (twice)

March 19th - via: kickstarter.com
The premiere of 'Charismatick' will be on Thursday, April 4th at 7:00 pm at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.   There will be an open house for Mr. Carlson on Saturday, April 6th from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Faith Baptist... (Read More)

The piece? Yeah, I've heard it.

March 19th - via: kickstarter.com
And yeah, it's amazing.  It really is...you're going to be proud you helped create it.   Rehearsals are in full swing & 'Charismatick' is sounding great.  It sounds a little 'Rocky Point Holiday,' and a little 'Catch Me If You Can.' There is a... (Read More)

Video of the presentation!

February 16th - via: kickstarter.com
A big 'Thank You!' to the Argus Leader for a great story in the paper today!  Here is a link to the video of the presentation of the piece that you all made possible! (Read More)

The cat is out of the bag!

February 13th - via: kickstarter.com
We presented the piece to Mr. Carlson on Monday night at his Winter Band Concert.  Stay tuned for a video link...it was pretty cool.  The title is...drumroll please...Charismatick.  Here are Jeremy's score notes: Charismatick was commissioned by... (Read More)

WOOOOOO-HOOOOOOO!!!! WE DID IT!!!

February 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to your incredible generocity and support, the Mr. Carlson't Opus project was successfully funded tonight!  We have been thrilled with the response & have been overwhelmed by the positive feedback from family, friends, colleagues,... (Read More)

Title? Anyone?

February 6th - via: kickstarter.com
I am happy to announce that Jeremy has begun work on this composition & we are in need of a title.  Please post ideas to the 'comments' section. 4 days to go!  Still time to back if you haven't yet.  Thanks! Kevin  (Read More)

We made the goal!!!

January 16th - via: kickstarter.com
We were hoping to scrape together enough support to make this project fly with 32 days.  Thanks to everyone who has supported this project, I am pleased to announce that we made our goal within 72 hours!!   It has been thrilling to see the backer... (Read More)

Chant with me...

January 10th - via: kickstarter.com
A Hun-dred, a Hun-dred, a Hun-dred...! (Read More)

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