A vibrant, sophisticated, and very melodic contemporary jazz recording featuring Don Thompson , Quinsin Nachoff, Jim Vivian, and Anthony Michelli. Nine original compositions that weave a beautiful and intense soundscape.

9 MP3 Songs in this album (60:42) !
Related styles: JAZZ: Contemporary Jazz, JAZZ: Mainstream Jazz

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James Brown is one of Canadaâs talented and versatile Composer/Guitarists. His playing draws influence from both Classical and Jazz traditions and has been praised for his fluent technique, lyrical tone, and daring melodic invention.

James has studied with a number of international artists including John Abercrombie, Mick Goodrick, Leo Brouwer, and Norbert Kraft. He has appeared with many of Canadaâs leading Artists including Don Thompson, Mike Murley, Dave Restivo, and Rob Piltch.
He has also performed with The Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Eric Idol , Toronto Philharmonia, Sound Streams Canada (with The Hilliard Ensemble), and CanStage.


1998 marked Jamesâ debut C.D. âFirst Danceâ on the XXI label (ATMA). This recording features Ernie Tollar, Andrew Downing, John Obercian, and highlights James as a composer, improviser, and leader.


âJames Brown treats listeners to his abundant skills, showcasing a classically trained, Perspective strong on melody, fluent lines Accompaniment and ideas. You can also check out his stylish stuff, which might remind you of Jim Hall, on the CD First Danceâ¦a bold new voice has joined the T.O. Guitar ranks.â
Geoff Chapman, The Toronto Star


ââ¦James Brown is exploratory, inventive with a natural fluency and a ton of endless, intriguing ideas.â
Performing Arts magazine


Jamesâ compositions range from solo guitar to symphony orchestra and have been performed and recorded by numerous ensembles and soloists including: Orchestra Toronto, Trinity Chamber Ensemble, Jeffrey McFadden, and The Montreal Guitar Trio. He is also a CMC Associate Composer.


His latest disk âThe Home Fieldsâ (New Guitar Productions) features Ernie Tollar and Jim Vivian. This recording offers an intimate, all acoustic approach to contemporary jazz.


..âExcellent, a classy 16-tune collection of originals....thatâs full of smartly âexecuted ideasâ The Toronto Star


âThis is a really good diskâ¦plenty of ear treats hereâ WholeNote Magazine

James is currently on Faculty at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto where he teaches guitar and Jazz improvisation. He is also co-founder of The New Guitar; a concert series dedicated to showcasing talents of Canadian Composers and Guitarists.

His third CD "Sevendaze" features Don Thompson, Quinsin Nachoff, Jim Vivian, and Anthony Michelli.