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Biography
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James has a rare mixture of straight forward musical talent, humor and sensitivity that allows him to create songs that speak to what is common in all of us. James is one of those few performers who allow his listener to experience his music through intimate images which confront and celebrate today's human condition. James, a native Minnesotan, has eleven album credits to his name and has become known for his guitar/voice only releases "BackTracks" and "Innerweather" (strictly acoustic, just James, his voice and his guitar). Hersch has been nominated National NACA Coffeehouse Entertainer of the Year several times and has been a finalist at the international Kerrville Folk Festival. Although James has a Bachelor of Arts degree in classical guitar, his songwriting and performing styles are eclectic and broadly appealing. While Hersch performs as a solo acoustic artist, his music has taken on a life of it's own, deeply planted in the minds of the thousands who hear him each year. James' outreach residencies have become a favorite program among colleges and communities. From elementary school assemblies to elderly care facility concerts, the special challenge of touching inter-generational audiences suits Hersch well. James and his 'REACH program received the Harry Chapin Award for Contributions to Humanity from the National Association for Campus Activities. His keynote/concerts have been a highlight at many professional and academic gatherings.
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