After visiting Bali on a yoga retreat, James was introduced to gong baths and was mesmerised by the effects they had on stress, sleep, and overall well-being.

The next four years were spent learning the craft of sound healing. Including a year at the College of sound immersed in gongs and sound therapy.

Over this time James spent hundreds of hours running gong baths workshops, retreats and corporate events.

In 2022 he put together his own CMA-certified course that will bring the elements of all these pieces of training to improve confidence, help you find your own unique style and get you certified and insured as a gong practitioner.

James is an international handpan musician performing at weddings, corporate events, retreats, festivals and private functions across the UK, Europe and worldwide.

Blending meditative, calming soundscapes with more upbeat, rhythmic playing, his performances can be tailored to suit any setting – from relaxed ambient background music to engaging live performance sets.

James performs both as a solo artist and as part of The Handpan Gentlemen, offering flexible options depending on the style and scale of the event.

With a background in television and acting, he brings both presence and professionalism to every performance. His music has been streamed over 2 million times on Spotify in the past year.

Whether creating a peaceful atmosphere or a memorable live experience, James is available for events worldwide.