It was included in Donald Hunsberger's list of essential works for wind ensemble. His music has been performed in more than 40 countries, and frequently recorded. Benson received numerous awards for his music, including a 1981 Guggenheim Composer Fellowship, the Lillian Fairchild Award, a Citation of Excellence from the National Band Association, many ASCAP Serious Music Awards, and three National Endowment for the Arts composer commissions.
Benson's work was included in Donald Hunsberger's definitive list of must-have pieces for wind ensemble. His music has been showcased in over 40 countries and has been frequently documented. Benson received numerous honors for his compositions, including a 1981 Guggenheim Composer Fellowship, the Lillian Fairchild Award, a Citation of Excellence from the National Band Association, many ASCAP Serious Music Awards, and three National Endowment for the Arts composer commissions.