Based on an English folk song melody, Dreams and Proclamations salutes all great dreamers by examining that connection between thought and deed, contemplation and action. Divided into six main sections, each "dream" passage leads to an ensuing "proclamation." The dreamlike elements occur at measures 15, 43 and 49, and 123. Dreams and Proclamations was commissioned by the Las Vegas High School Symphonic Band in honor of the 100th birthday of the city of Las Vegas, Nevada.