- 2011
- Mallory Thompson, Northshore Concert Band, Daniel J. Farris, Donald Hunsberger & Eastman Wind Ensemble
- Dennis Fisher & University of North Texas Symphonic Band
- Midwest Wind Ensemble
- University of Illinois Symphonic Band & Dr. Harry Begian
- University of Nevada, Reno Wind Ensemble, A.G. McGrannahan III & Kansas Brass Quintet
- University of New Hampshire Wind Symphony, Andrew Boysen, Jr., Amanda Munton & Rob Haskins
- University of Kansas Wind Ensemble, Paul Popiel & Whitney Wells