I compose music for concerts, ensembles, orchestras, films, celebrations, festivals, education and many other. My preferred genres are classical and jazz, but I can also do pop, rock, RnB, gospel, etc. My music is fun, rhythmic, colourful, versatile and entertaining. I could compose some just for you.

About Me

James Ambrose Hendricks was born on the 14th May 1966 in Bellville, Western Cape Province, South Africa.  After matriculating, he completed his B.A. Mus , H.D.E. and B.A.Mus (Hons) in Composition at the University of the Western Cape. Later on he completed his M.Mus in Composition at the University of Cape Town under the tutelage of Peter Klatzow.

Hendricks’ music is melodic in character with a strong sense of rhythm. He makes use of tonal and modal devices and is strongly influenced by Jazz and Pop culture.

He compose music for festivals, concerts, celebrations, films, education,etc. His prefered genres are classical and jazz, but he is also capable of writing  pop, rock, gospel, and RnB .

How do I go about doing it?

For songs I need to be notified 6 months in advanced. For bigger works like  symphonies and ensemble pieces I need to be notified 12 months in advance. One would ask why so much time? – because I want to create good quality work.