James spoke with South African guitarist Derek Gripper ahead of his show at the Bross Hotel coming up this Sunday, August 3rd.
James Barrs Talks with Derek Gripper about the Classical Guitar, Analog Tape and Spontaneity in Music
DIMITRI OTIS
James was born in St. Louis, Missouri. He attended Northwestern University where he studied Music and English Literature. James started his radio career as a DJ on WNUR 89.3 FM, Northwestern’s student-run radio station, and four years later became their General Manager. More recently, he has served as the Community Engagement Producer at Aspen Public Radio. He now lives in Paonia, CO and produces for both APR and KVNF.