On March 27, 2004, artistic director Douglas Sanford conducted the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra in the world premiere of Fire falls, ice falls. This work was commissioned by the Saskatoon Symphony for their 2003/2004 season.

On June 15, 2004, the Mexico City Woodwind Quintet will present the world premiere of Away, Tear Away. This work was commissioned by the quintet for their 2003/2004 season.