Tuba Christmas 2024

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Central Congregational Church

60 Public Square

Concert at 2:00 PM

  • Saturday, December 21, 2024

    Central Congregational Church

    60 Public Square Galesburg

    • Street parking is available near the church.

    9:00 - 9:45 Registration ($10 cash/check)

    10:00 - 12:00 Rehearsal

    12:00 - 1:00 Lunch Break

    1:00 - 1:30 Warm Up

    2:00 Performance

    Please bring your own music stand. Dress festive. Decorate your horns if you like! Have fun!

    Event Contact:

    Gloria Bailey 309-368-2354 or flutopia13@gmail.com

  • Please complete the registration form in-person at the event.

Conductor: Mr. Wesley Anderson

Wesley Anderson is a dynamic conductor, music educator, composer, and military band musician based in Dahinda, IL. An honors graduate of Berklee College of Music with a dual major in Film Scoring and Composition, Wesley is skilled in leading bands, orchestras, jazz ensembles, and chamber groups. As the Music Director at ROWVA High School and a Sergeant with the Illinois Army National Guard 144th Army Band, he excels in both educational and military settings. His military accolades include being named Soldier of the Year (2022) for the Illinois Army National Guard RSP India Company and earning the Distinguished Honor Graduate from the Army School of Music Advanced Individual Training (AIT) in 2022. Wesley's dedication to music education is also reflected in his recognition as Teacher of the Year (2022-2023) at ROWVA High School and receiving the Illinois State Board of Education’s Award of Meritorious Service (2024). He has doubled student participation in music programs at his school and contributes to community music engagement through his work with the Knox Galesburg Symphony as a Board Member and Musician.