Performed by Breanna Webb 
Written as an homage to the emotional stresses such as a anxiety,
tension, apprehension, and angst, this piece utilizes sustained tones as
well as silence to exhibit these same emotions that someone might
experience in the process of 'expecting' something to happen. Dance
was later added to help illustrate the shadows of emotional stress

Expecting for Solo Cello (April 16, 2019)

Jessica T. Carter (b. 1992) is a composer, performer (violinist & mezzo-soprano), and educator from Indiana described as evocative and lyrical by Aspire Magazine and Apricity Magazine, respectively, who is swiftly making a name for herself. Specializing in concert music, film scoring, and musical theatre, Jessica's aim and goal in music is to intersect the relationship between vitriol and compassion through empathy, highlighting the lives marginalized children while deepening the universal understanding of the marginalized adult through sonic engagement that extends to the narrative of human nature through the message of hope.

Hey y'all! I compose, I perform in many different ways, and much of my practice involves social justice. I also am an advocate for young, upcoming Black composers around the world. Are you one? Please reach out to me! Enjoy my SoundCloud, and for more madness, check out my website, twitter, IG, and Vimeo links below. Don't be shy, say hi! Or don't be shello, say hello ...