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Commissioned by Volume 3 of the Black Composer Revival Consortium

Two Meditations of Nature

String Orchestra Score & Parts

The remains of the burnt altar remind us of where we used to be.
    
    The sacrifice was consumed, the sin was forgiven, and a new path was set.

Resolution

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"In the middle of Huntington, West Virginia there's a river. Next to this river there is a steel mill. And next to the steel mill there is a school. In the middle of the school, there is a fountain. Each year on the exact same day, at the exact same hour, the water to this fountain is turned off. And in this moment once every year, throughout the town, throughout the school, time stands still."

Every year, November 14th, this quote is spoken in respect and in remembrance of the victims of the devastating 1970 plane crash. As a freshman, I left my first fountain ceremony with a true understanding of the word "community." People across the city and the campus came. It was a moment of reverence. A moment so sacred that it felt as if the world stopped spinning and time stopped just for this moment.

Attending this ceremony year after year, I found myself as a senior at the same ceremony on the same date three years later listening to the same quote with the same community and grieving for the fourth and last time as a student of Marshall. We grieved together and bonded. This time, there arose a sense of pride towards the end. This place I called home meant something completely different than the place I called my college at the beginning.

The amphitheater on the river became my haven. The fountain became a pillar of remembrance. The school became a family. The steel mill? It ran every day. Rain or shine, every day. Nothing ever stopped it. Every day of college, I looked at that steel mill from Smith Music hall in wonder and it quickly became one of the sights I missed the most when I graduated.

The Steel Mill Fanfare

Brass Quintet

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of "Celtic Dance" by C. L. Thomas. This spirited folk music piece captures the essence of Celtic tradition, weaving intricate melodies and lively beats that evoke the festive spirit of ancient dances. Perfect for ensembles seeking a dynamic and culturally rich repertoire. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Celtic Dance

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Deep River

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Driving through the mountains and hills of West Virginia, I ran into a rather violent rainstorm that lasted quite a bit of
my ride. After some time passes, the rain gets lighter and then dies away. Out of nowhere, a single ray of light broke
through the clouds and shined on this tiny hill amid these large mountains and trees and all of nature. This moment was
one of the most overwhelming sights I have seen and had to pull over to take some time to admire it. A minute or two
passed, the ray of light went away, and the rain continued so I continued the rest of my travel.

In reflecting on that moment, it felt incredibly unrealistic. It was as if the world and time stood still just to admire that
little hill. The more I thought back on it, I remember seeing a pile of something that looked destroyed and the first
thought that came to my mind was the bible story of Abraham and Isaac. God asked Abraham to sacrifice his only son
as a burnt offering. As Abraham goes to the mountain and goes to sacrifice his son, an angel stopped him and pointed
to a ram that had its horns stuck in a bush. He unties his son and they instead sacrificed the ram and God was pleased.

For such an overwhelming natural phenomenon to accent something that seemed so insignificant and small where
everything else appears so much bigger and more beautiful It moved me deeply and even still I am speechless.

A Light that Pierced the Veil

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Brass Ensemble

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of "How Sweet the Sound," masterfully arranged by C.L. Thomas. This classical piece elevates the traditional melody to new heights, offering a richly textured experience that resonates with depth and emotion. Perfect for performers seeking to captivate and inspire their audience. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

How Sweet the Sound

"A Promise to You" by C.L. Thomas is a captivating collection of arias that promises to transport listeners through an emotive journey of lush melodies and profound expressions. This composition masterfully blends classical finesse with modern sensibility, making it an essential addition to any vocal aficionado's repertoire. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

A Promise to You

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For seven years, I had the opportunity to work at a week-long band camp in New Martinsville, WV. On the last evening of the camp, a special ceremony takes place.

The students stand in two circles. Seniors make a circle in the middle and everyone else in a large circle around them. From the outside, a candle is lit. The freshmen pass the flame up to the sophomores. The sophomores pass the flame to the juniors. The juniors pass the fame to the seniors. As each senior receives a flame, they share what they would like to see in the program. After all candles have been lit, the entire marching band blew their candles out together.

As the flame goes out, tears erupt. Hugs are exchanged, and a special moment is shared with everyone there. This piece was written in awe of the mysteriously reverent atmosphere that forms the moment the flames disappear.

As the Flame Goes Out

Chamber Orchestra Score & Parts

"Psalm of Peace" by C.L. Thomas is a stirring solo composition set against a rich orchestral backdrop. This piece masterfully blends emotive melodies with delicate harmonies, creating a powerful narrative of tranquility and unity. Ideal for advanced musicians seeking to captivate and inspire their audience. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Psalm of Peace

Explore the depths of emotion with "Elegy" by C. L. Thomas. Designed for concert and contest settings, this piece masterfully blends melancholic melodies and intricate harmonies, challenging performers while touching audiences. Ideal for developing expressive, nuanced playing, it promises to be a poignant addition to any repertoire. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Elegy

commissioned by the Black Composer Revival Consortium

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