Richard James is a California artist who has an innovative and talented background with far-ranging interests. He was the lead composer from 1996 through 2001 for the amazingly popular Blue Mountain greeting card site which got a hundred million hits a month. He's played virtually all major spots in San Diego, including Civic Theatre and Symphony Hall, Old Globe, SD Rep and major hotels, restaurants, and casinos throughout the area along with many private gigs. Some of the shows he has worked are Grease, Meet Me in St. Louis, South Pacific.
Richard James has a background in Classical and Jazz piano studying privately in New York after beginning at the age of six. He studied string bass in San Diego for several years with Bertram Turetzky and played in many local orchestras. “... great exposure to the classics. It really opens up your ears."
Richard sent a friend, Donn Trenner, samples of some of the music he composed for many different greeting cards. Donn has an incredible list of credits and has played with the legendary Charlie Parker as well as with many other Jazz greats over the years. He also conducted and played piano for the Les Brown Orchestra, Ann Margaret, Nancy Wilson, Jack Jones, Shirley Maclaine, and Bob Hope to name a few. He was the music director and played piano on the Steve Alan Show. Donn is a reputable advocate for Richard and has some very nice things to say about his composition skills like ”…. I am WORN OUT from your intense musical journey but will not go further until I tell you that you are a MAJOR talent.”
this tune has a gentle feel to it. great for a kids show, Sesame Street or Disney, etc. this is definitely a family friendly song could be a theme song for a late afternoon or early evening family show Also, it's got a nice strut to it, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
this is joyous music puts a smile on your face the world is an inviting, wonderful place to explore the family has such fun it's slow strut music it could be in a Broadway play or a commercial on TV the family dog, of course is right there from time to time, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
the world can be a strange place as there are surprises everywhere you look. You should be watchful since you never know where it's coming next. It could be slamming in from space e. g. inside the nano world or out to the mega-Universe It's nothing short of amazing and awe-inspiring, Instrumental, Childrens, Childrens Instrumentals
This track is very positive and exudes a real sense of optimism fun and confidence. It's cute and can can be amazingly relevant in many life situations, e. g. boy girl or adult romance, or graduation or the new job. It's about life as it unfolds... Check it out, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
So much fun, On the one hand it's a kid's song with a free and easy feel to it. It has a very "up" positive joyous sound so it is applicable to many of our activities and aspirations like romance, meeting folks at a new job, fun at the beach, etc. it's like take a deep breath & get out there come on, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
THIS SONG IS PURE JOY Every time I hear it, I think of things like "let's go on a trip" or "let's get some tickets" or "let's visit some friends." Listening to music like this is a great way to relax. or wouldn't it be great to have a little bunny at the house? they are adorable, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
this file is full of energy and creativity and surprises. Kids will love it, but it can be used in many different ways. It can represent young love, uncertainty or a colony of fleas zipping around. it's up to you, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
This track is delightful. It portrays the playfulness and the tirelessness of kids as they are investigating God knows what. jumping around and sampling unflagging energy young love, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
This is a tune I created way back in 1997. It portrays that special feeling that comes out during the holiday season. There's a wide openness to it. You can see the vast snow-covered tundra, or someone riding in a sleigh, the Christmas lights on all the houses the Christmas carols being sung.. Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
Ah, the fun of the circus. Yes, there's always a lot going and it feeds our sense of adventure because there's lots to investigate. This music can be used with anything lighthearted and fun. Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
This tune celebrates youth and childhood and it's sense of wonder and the idea that anything is possible. the start of a new day brings many good things time for school time to go camping with the family and friends. The party is about to begin what are those kids doing over there discovery, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
It's creative, a bit funky. It starts out with a strange sense of uncertainty. Something ominous is afoot and we'll need to figure it out. Happily, by the end all doubt is resolved. It's all cool and laid back. There's resolution, a sigh of relief, within 60 sec, not bad! Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
Here's some magic. This one's cool. Starts off in a classical vein, but quickly accelerates to a blistering pace, but then drops right back down again... What happens next would be a great TV theme. It describes somebody who's cool, totally in control, or the great mother or dad, always there, wise, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty, Johann Sebastian Bach
This tune has a charming vibe and brings kids along for a simple, gentle ride through harmony land. It is also good for young romance, which is so filled with innocence and caution in all things and delightful to witness. Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
Here's a tune that's a real cutie but adults are liking it too... It just opens up, has a nice strut to it and it's just a charming little ditty. It's warm all over. It's perfect for those special occasions. Perfect for those family shows, and kids just have the biggest smile. Also great for ads, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
Another tune that's great for kids but also has general appeal... This one has good pace to it and has some real charm. It's great for special occasions not to mention family tv shows, family ads, Instrumental, Childrens, Playful Novelty
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