Two family names have come to be associated with the violence that plagued Colorado County, Texas, for decades after the end of the Civil War: the Townsends and the Staffords. Both prominent families amassed wealth and achieved status, but it was their resolve to hold on to both, by whatever means necessary, including extra-legal means, that sparked the feud. Elected office was one of the paths to success, but more important was control of the sheriff’s office, which gave one a decided advantage should the threat of gun violence arise. No Hope for Heaven, No Fear of Hell concentrates on those individual acts of private justice associated with the Stafford and Townsend families. It began with an 1871 shootout in Columbus, followed by the deaths of the Stafford brothers in 1890. The second phase blossomed after 1898 with the assassination of Larkin Hope, and concluded in 1911 with the violent deaths of Marion Hope, Jim Townsend, and Will Clements, all in the space of one month. The contents include: The murders of Bob and John Stafford at the hands of Larkin and Marion Hope -- The seven Townsend brothers (and one sister) of Texas -- Robert Earl Stafford -- The …

Texan Identities rests on the assumption that Texas has distinctive identities that define “what it means to be Texan,” and that these identities flow from myth and memory. What constitutes a Texas identity and how may such change over time? What myths, memories, and fallacies contribute to making a Texas identity? Are all the myths and memories that define Texas identity true or are some of them fallacious? Is there more than one Texas identity? The discussion begins with the idealized narrative and icons revolving around the Texas Revolution, most especially the Alamo. The Texas Rangers in myth and memory are also explored. Other essays expand on traditional and increasingly outdated interpretations of the Anglo-American myth of Texas by considering little known roles played by women, racial minorities, and specific stereotypes such as the cattleman. The contents include: Texan identities / Light Townsend Cummins and Mary L. Scheer -- Line in the sand, lines on the soul / Stephen L. Hardin -- Unequal citizens / Mary L. Scheer -- The Texas Rangers in myth and memory / Jody Edward Ginn -- On becoming Texans / Kay Goldman -- Ethel Tunstall Drought / Light Townsend Cummins -- W. W. Jones of …

Faculty recital presented at the UNT College of Music Voertman Hall.

Recital presented at the UNT College of Music Voertman Hall in partial fulfillment of the Graduate Artist Certificate.

9/11 tribute concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Memorial concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Opera performed at the UNT College of Music Lyric Theater.

Faculty recital presented at the UNT College of Music Voertman Hall.

Orchestra concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Orchestra concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Orchestra concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall. This video is shot from the orchestra's perspective, showing the conductor.

Band concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Band concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Opera tribute concert performed at the UNT College of Music Lyric Theater.

Faculty recital presented at the UNT College of Music Recital Hall.

Band concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Wind Ensemble concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Orchestra concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Orchestra concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Orchestra concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall. This video is shot from the orchestra's perspective, showing the conductor.

Band concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Wind Symphony Concert performed at the UNT College of Music Winspear Hall.

Faculty and guest artist recital presented at the UNT College of Music Voertman Hall.

Recital presented at the UNT College of Music Recital Hall in partial fulfillment of the Graduate Artist Certificate (GAC) degree.