This Thursday, March 18, at 10:50 a.m., the Music Department composition class will host guest composer James Carlson. Dr. Carlson will present recorded performances and introductory comments for some of his musical works. He has had performances in various festivals and other venues around the United States, and in Sweden and Belgium. He has composed several works for dance theatre companies as well as concert music. Dr. Carlson is currently Visiting Assistant Prof. at the University of the South at Sewanee, and is an adjunct faculty member at UT-Knoxville. He received his training at Duke University, the New England Conservatory, and Central Washington University. Dr. Carlson's presentation will be held in Fine Arts Center room 210, from 10:50 to 12:05. Visitors are welcome. Jonathan B. McNair, DMA UC Foundation Assistant Prof. of Music Theory and Composition Director, Music Technology Center Cadek Dept. of Music The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga