William J. James is the Principal Percussionist of the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. He’s played with many outstanding ensembles including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and San Diego Symphony, as well as performing several solo recitals across the country. Will is also a very active educator in the percussion community. His book The Modern Concert Snare Drum Roll has been met with critical acclaim as a much-needed resource for both teachers and students. In addition, he has a studio of local students in Saint Louis and has given countless masterclasses across the country teaching the next generation of great percussionists.
