David Flynn's journey through the tech industry is nothing short of extraordinary. From his formative years in Alabama to his pivotal role in the creation of Fusion-io and Hammerspace, David's story is a testament to the transformative power of innovation and unwavering determination. His venture, Hammerspace, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like ARK Investment Management, Prosperity7 Ventures, and Samsung Electronics.

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World premiere performance by Dr. Lee Harrelson

HAMMERSPACE is a work for solo euphonium and fixed media. Written for Dr. Lee Harrelson, this piece consists of three energetic sections, each with distinct themes. The first section “HAMMERSPACE” is inspired by the concept of the same name, which is the extradimensional, instantly accessible storage area in fiction used to explain how animated, comic, and game characters can produce objects out of thin air. The second section “The Neon Lights” draws inspiration from Synth Wave music. While slightly more laid back in tempo and feel, “The Neon Lights” continues to grow in intensity. The final portion of the piece “Euphonium vs. Synthesizer” is exactly what the name suggests: a battle of the bands-type scenario where the solo euphoniumist wages war against the synthesizers. The work ends with an ascending rip to a sustained high C (or optional high E) in the euphonium part, signifying victory for the soloist.

Sheet music (w/backing track) available here: https://www.ianlestermusic.com/store/p41/HAMMERSPACE_%282023%29_for_Euphonium_and_Fixed_Media.html

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HAMMERSPACE - for euphonium and fixed media

A native Michigander whose music has been described as "high energy", "innovative" and "very thoughtful and concise" (International Tuba and Euphonium Association), Dr. Ian Lester (b. 1994) is an award-winning composer, euphonium player, and teacher holding a Doctorate degree in euphonium performance and Master’s degree in composition from the University of Missouri – Kansas City, where he also previously received his Master's degree in euphonium performance. Ian received his Bachelor’s degree in euphonium performance and pursued additional composition studies at Oakland University in Michigan. Ian’s works have been performed and recorded by soloists, chamber ensembles, wind bands, and brass bands at venues such as Carnegie Hall, Fort Myer, and many universities and recital halls around the world. Notable achievements include winning the 2016 U.S. Army Band Tuba-Euphonium Composition Competition, receiving the 2018 Oakland University's Outstanding Student in Composition award, winning the 2018 North Texas Euphonium Quartet Composition Competition, the 2021 Mirari Brass Quintet Call for Scores, and the 2022 UMKC Composition Competition, being selected to attend the 2021 Julius String Quartet EMERGE Solstice Composition Workshop, along with winning both the inaugural 2023 North Texas I.T.E.A. Chapter Composition Competition and the 2023 I.T.E.A. R. Winston Morris Award for excellence in tuba/euphonium ensemble composition.

Alejandro Cremades is the founding partner at Panthera Advisors which as premier investment banking and financial consulting firm. The firm focuses on small to medium size companies that are looking for M&A advisory as well as support with fundraising efforts. 

Alejandro is a serial entrepreneur that most recently cofounded Onevest, one of the largest online communities of entrepreneurs. At the time of its acquisition, Onevest had close to 450,000 registered active members.

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Alejandro guest lectures at NYU Stern School of Business and The Wharton Business School. Alejandro has been included in the Top 30 Under 30 lists of Vanity Fair, Entrepreneur Magazine, and GQ Magazine. Moreover, TechCrunch recently featured Alejandro as one of the expats that is shaping New York’s tech.

Alejandro has been involved with the JOBS Act since inception. He was invited to the White House and the US House of Representatives to provide his stands on the new regulatory changes.

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