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About James Walker

A nationally-​recognized conductor and concert organist, James Walker entertains and enlightens audiences throughout the United States, and his solo recitals are broadcast on National Public Radio. Winner of the prestigious Mader National Organ-​Playing Competition in 1986, he is a featured soloist at Bach festivals and regional and national music conventions. Currently James is Director of Music at All Saints Church, Pasadena, California.

Next Chapter, Years Three & Four

By |2022-08-04T14:04:00-07:00June 29th, 2021|News, Program Notes, Quotes|

How exciting the third year of my next chapter as a freelance musician began — with two contrasting concert performances.

Holiday Concert in Santa Monica

The fall of 2019 was primarily focused on preparing for my December organ concert of Advent and Christmas music as part of the prestigious Jacaranda Music >

Three Passings Lead Me Home to Westwood Presbyterian

By |2022-03-09T16:18:34-08:00August 14th, 2020|News|

In recent months, Westwood Presbyterian has suffered three losses close to its musical heart — my mentor, a spiritual guide, and a long-time colleague.

In 1974 Dr. Thomas Somerville, then Director of Music at WPC, hires me as Organist. And a nine-year odyssey of astonishing musical, personal and spiritual growth begins, spanning my college and >

Joyful Collaborations and a Prestissimo Premiere

By |2022-03-09T16:18:34-08:00January 21st, 2020|News|

I’m thrilled about current collaborations with my friends — brilliant cellist Kyle Champion, and esteemed composer Bruce Babcock. Several reasons:

Working with Kyle Champion

I always have a spring in my step and and joyful spirit after rehearsing or performing with Kyle. A consummate musician, avid music educator and acclaimed performer, Kyle brings insightful >

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