Thomas Gockel is a freelance composer, tubist, and geologist from Snohomish, Washington, USA. He specializes in writing 21st century, tonal music inspired by minimalism and the late-Romantic period. His compositions are orchestrated for a variety of ensembles, including low brass quintet, wind band, and orchestra. He currently resides in Spokane, WA with his wife, Claire, and miniature American shepherd, Odo.