Recorded from 2022-2024, the Illinois State University Wind Symphony’s newest album Threads presents a compelling set of works for band, tracing connections and offering an exploration of American musical voices across generations. Showcasing the music of Adolphus Hailstork, Omar Thomas, Quinn Mason, and William Grant Still, the album highlights a range of styles, unified by a shared commitment to expressive, thoughtful writing for winds. Together, these pieces offer a reflection on musical heritage, evolving traditions, and the strength, beauty, and complexity of the American experience.