Christine James is a jewelry artist and painter primarily in the medium of alcohol inks. She has been know in her circles to create fun and sometimes even musically themed jewelry. She recently discovered painting with alcohol inks, out of a desire to have original works for her CD and original music covers. She found this painting medium to apply beautifully to her jewelry making, and give a visual dimension to her musical inspirations.
 

As an independent music teacher, Christine James is particularly interested in helping musicians develop tools that will prepare them for musical futures in today's world (composition, improvisation, studio recording, leading worship, playing or singing with performing groups, etc.)  She strives to give her students a positive, comprehensive experience, through lessons, workshops, independent practice, and  a variety of  performance opportunities. Music Lesson Info  >

As a composer, Christine  James' works have won several awards, have been featured in a German documentary film, and commissioned for Boulder’s Multiple Piano Festival. Her music was honored in Denver’s Colorado Composers program, and at a presentation of American Woman Composers.  Among her favorite creations are the musical soundtrack for Experiencing the Passion, and her most recent duets for piano and alto flute.  Christine is a member of Rocky Mountain Composers. As a bassoonist, she held Principal Chair in the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra, Fargo Moorhead Symphony Orchestra, and was founder/director of the Rocky Mountain Bassoon Choir.  Currently, she is also a vocal coach, bassist and keyboardist for Citipointe Church in Loveland, Colorado. Original Music >