Brazilian flutist James Strauss has made a spectacular ascent in the world of classical music as a solo artist, champion of the concerto repertoire, chamber. Combining consummate technique with rare sensitivity and depth, his performances are a perpetual source of awe. “The Lang Lang of the flute” says the Arizona Daily Star ." Un grand bravo! An authentic Latin representative of the French School of Flute " said Jean Pierre Rampal. Those fortunate enough to hear Brazilian flutist James Strauss immediately agree with the French Master appreciation; it´s an extraordinary display of erudite musicianship allied with an innate sense of communication through Art. Strauss is a musician with an equal flair for sweetness, elegance and whatever extremes possible inside the concept of dramatic intimacy all filtered through an honest and sincere skill to properly conceptualize a work. His repertoire ranges from baroque to contemporary Masters in addition to endeavors in Brazilian and South American folk that perfectly reflects the many facets of his abilities in solo, chamber or concerto performances. www.james-strauss.com