Specializing in classical piano, Melissa has frequently accompanied such groups and performers as Anat Kardontchik, UMBC’s Camerata, The Westminster Ringers, competitors in the Maryland and Solo and Ensemble competition, and Accelerando. She has an extensive background in providing music for churches of various liturgical traditions, and seeks to always use her music to the glory of God. In 2016, she had the great pleasure of giving premieres and repeat performances of both sacred and secular works by composers Zachariah Thomas and Joshua Sharo in MD, PA, FL, and NY.
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Janelle Melissa Thomas heads for a solo career, having impressed with performances with a number of groups.
Janelle Melissa Thomas, a vibrant member of the gospel-singing group ‘Called Out’, will now also be known as a solo gospel act. In an extremely inspirational presentation called ‘Overflow:
Melissa Thomas hails from Maryland, where she earned her B.A. in Music with an emphasis in Piano Performance from University of Maryland Baltimore County. In addition to piano, Melissa is also proficient in violin, Celtic lever harp, and pipe organ. One of Melissa’s greatest passions in music is collaborating with other musicians and uncovering the rich historical, cultural, and theoretical aspects behind a work. In this exploration, the music comes alive and takes on greater meaning than just notes on a page; it is a way to express the nature of being human.
Melissa M. Thomas was born on 17 October 1970 in Los Angeles, California, USA. She is a casting director and actress, known for , and .
