Composer/Pianist
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CASTING NOTICE Released: January 2010
Director: Marcus Thomas
Contemporary, Jazz
Instrumentation:
· Full Orchestra
· Drums
· Piano
· Upright Bass
"It was a pleasure working with Francis. His score compliments my film perfectly and exceeded all expectations. I'd definitely work with him again as well as recommend him to anyone seeking a film composer. "
Marcus Thomas, Writer/Director
AND THATS LIFE (Pilot TV Show) Completed: November 2009
Director: Christobal Caceres
Alternative Rock
Instrumentation:
* Standard Rock Rhythm Section
* Accordion
* String Quartet
COMMISSIONS
Commissioned by: National Slovene Theatre Opera and Ballet
· Composed for Chamber Orchestra
PLEASE TOUCH MUSEUM THEME (April 2009)
Commissioned by:
Please
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Composed for
Choir and Piano
Commissioned by: UMBC
Symphony Orchestra
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Composed
for full orchestra
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Dedicated
to the memory of Soloman Powell
(July 1985 – June 2006)
Commissioned by: Emily
Wilson and Michael Herder
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Composed
for Flute, Violin, and Piano
Commissioned by: UMBC
Concert Band
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Composed
for full symphonic band with Drums and Guitar
TICK TOCK (Contemporary) (April 2004)
Commissioned by:
University of the Arts Percussion Ensemble
· Composed for Xylophone, Marimba, Gong, Drum Set, Chimes, Tenor Drum, and Snare Drum
Awards and Achievements
SONG OF THE YEAR (May 2009)
"Runner Up"
Genre: R&B
Song: You and I