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The age of the specialist seems to be drawing to a close. There is a clear transition not only in the arts but in the workforce toward 'generalism'. Alvin Toffler once said that the illiterate of the future will be those who cannot learn and unlearn. It now seems that those who are prepared to learn more increase their capacity for learning just by doing so. This is evident in the music of David James who is also a management theorist and former Shakespearian scholar. David James is a self taught flautist whose interests include popular music and jazz, particularly the music of Miles Davis. David has performed for many years in ensembles ranging from big bands through Brazilian jazz groups and various duets.In 1990 David received a PhD in English literature after completing his doctoral thesis on the works of Shakespeare. He is now setting various Shakespearean works in a jazz music context. David's writing interests have also established him as a respected commentator on management theory and he has published numerous articles in national press as a business writer and music critic. His interests in management have involved him in the restructuring of the Australian Musician's Union.His publications include 'Concepts of Time in Shakespeare', 'Management in the 21 Century' and numerous articles in the national press. |
Subtlety and Suppleness"James' flute is ... played with a
subtlety and suppleness that almost belies the depth of musical
ideas being worked through." Quote"I shall miss people when I'm gone." David James ExplorationDavid James' technique explores microtonal shifts in intonation within a tonal context. This is further enhanced by an intricate use of dynamics and sustain, occasionally counterpointed by fast and colourful chromaticism reminiscent of be-bop jazz virtuosi. Discography |
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