James N.

Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Composer, Arranger, Performer, Educator

Bio

A self-motivated and people-oriented fusion composer and performer with more than 4 years of teaching and 5 years of performing experience. I have knowledge in manuscript productio... Read more

A self-motivated and people-oriented fusion composer and performer with more than 4 years of teaching and 5 years of performing experience. I have knowledge in manuscript production and formatting, as well as mastering the art of arranging music during my time at Berklee College of Music. My aim is to pursue a career in music education as a composer and performance teacher, pushing both music and students' abilities to the next level using various methods, including commissioned compositions for students at various levels.

Performance, Composing, and Teaching Experiences:
------------2020 – Present--------- (All works done in Hong Kong)
- Original music composer for "真演出系列之《佚乙》Real Showcase Series - Solara & Luna"
- Ear training, Guitar, and Music Theory instructor at Baron School of Music
- Performed in "花朵", a newly released EP from the band Birdman

------------2019 - 2020------------
- Instructor and Music Consultant at HAOYU CULTURE DEVELOPMENT CENTER in Shenzhen, China
- Guitar Instructor at SAHK Jockey Club Elaine Field School in Hong Kong
- Composer and Conductor for the Berklee Co-op Big Band in Boston, MA
- Performed at the Berklee Co-op Big Band Live Recital
- Guitarist, Composer, and Arranger of the Band Wai Five at "A Collection of Ideas and Expression" in Boston
- Live recital featuring only original pieces
- Guitarist, Bassist, Composer, and Arranger of the band "The Rolling Roaches" in Hong Kong
- Self-organized fundraising event for Good Neighbor North District Church

------------2017 - 2018------------
- Guitarist, Composer, and Arranger of the Andy Lo Band in Boston, MA
- Live recital performance
- Guitarist, Composer, and Arranger of the band Wai-Five in Boston, MA
- Live recording production at Berklee College of Music
- Guitarist at Various Private Party Performances in Boston, MA

------------2015-2016------------
- Guitarist in "THE HANG TRIO" jazz trio at Spindles on Remsen in Cohoes, NY
- Guitarist of SCCC Fusion Jazz Quintet at Oneonta Jazz Festival in Oneonta, NY Read less

Teaching methodology

My teaching method varies depending on the students need.

My teaching method varies depending on the students need. Read less

• HK$350

  Hourly rate