Sterling Poulson, music director and conductor of the Days of ’47 KUTV Pops concert since 1997, invites you to join the Choral Arts Society of Utah, 23^rd Army Band, and guest artists Tenor, George Dyer and Family for two great nights of inspiring music celebrating our state, our nation, and the courage of mankind. We are also celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 23^rd Army Band.

George Dyer soared onto the operatic scene in 1996, making his professional debut to rave reviews with New York City Opera as Ralph Rackstraw in H.M.S. Pinafore at the Lincoln Center in New York City. Since that debut, he has performed extensively to wide acclaim in opera houses and concert halls across North America and many countries worldwide.  On numerous occasions, Mr. Dyer has been a guest soloist with the Tabernacle Choir on Temple Square, including a 2005 worldwide broadcast to over 63 countries, translated into over 75 languages. He has been a district finalist in the Metropolitan Opera auditions. and a national finalist in the San Francisco Opera’s Merola Program auditions, and a worldwide finalist in the prestigious Marion Anderson Vocal Competition.  Reviewers, announcers, and fans alike regularly mention his engaging stage presence, and his beautiful lyric tenor voice, frequently described as Powerful, Rich, clear, Silken, and Gorgeous. His Wife Clarisse and their family will also join George in the performance. George and Clarisse were awarded the 2019 Duet of the Year from the Branson Show Awards, and George was awarded Male Vocalist of the Year also in 2021 (Branson Terry Music Show Awards)

The 23rdArmy Band has played for presidents, senators, members of Congress, and heads of state. The group performs for thousands of people, giving clinics and concerts at schools, performing at civic functions, marching in parades, and providing music for military dances, changes of command, and pass-in-reviews, according to the group’s website, 23rdArmyBand.com.