Premonitions for Clarinet, Double Bass, and Piano

"Premonitions" is a four-movement composition on the theme of climate change. The first movement "Tempest" is a representation of the increased frequency and severity of cyclones, hurricanes, and winter storms caused by the effects of climate change. Movement two is called "Devastation". It begins with the clarinet playing a desolate melody in 5/4 that undergoes four variations through transformation of musical material and scoring. Debate is represented in the third movement that is in an ABA form. The A sections present strong arguments on both sides. The B section represents a regrouping of arguments. The last movement, "Compromise" is the realization of the concessions that need to be made in order for an economically viable solution to addressing the climate change problem. The movement is lyrical and flowing and is designed to represent both acceptance and optimism.