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James is a
recent graduate of the University of Virginia with a B.A. in Music and
Philosophy. He sang for all 4 years of college with UVA's Academical
Village People, spending two of those years as music director for the
group. He also served as recording engineer for AVP's last album, titled
"Scantily Plaid." This album received a 4.7 out of 5 from the Recorded A
Cappella Review Board (www.rarb.org) where one reviewer called it "the
new highlight in my collection." In addition, the first track from that
album, "Kate," was selected for the 2004 annual Best of Collegiate A
Cappella (BOCA) compilation CD.
More recently, James has recorded and worked with the UVA Sil'hooettes,
James Madison University Low Key and Madison Project, Clemson University
Take Note and Impulse, University of Georgia Noteworthy, and University
of Richmond Octaves. He has extensive experience arranging for a
cappella and is well-versed in the latest contemporary studio
techniques.
In addition to his a cappella experience, James is also an accomplished
composer. His piece "Overture for Orchestra" was recently premiered by
the Charlottesville and University Symphony Orchestra at their 30th
Anniversary Concert, to wide acclaim. |
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