John has been invited to be an artist-in-residence with the Spencer (IA) Public Schools from May 15-17, 2023. Two wind ensemble works commissioned by the Spencer Bands will receive their world premieres during the residency. Under the direction of Janet Boyens, In the Mix for wind ensemble will be premiered by the Spencer Middle School Wind Ensemble on Monday, May 15, 2023. On Tuesday, May 16, 2023 the Spencer High School Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Kurt Schwarck, will premiere Lasting Bond for wind ensemble.