Testimonials
Thomas Goss
Orchestration Online
“James D’Arcy ticks box after box from my list of Evaluation Criteria - and yet comes up with solutions to those concerns so different from my own and so artistically valid in their own way that the results are thoroughly captivating. A brilliant, dazzling score, James!”
Frank Celata
Principal Clarinettist (SSO)
“James D'Arcy is a talented and versatile musician. He boasts a number of skills, including being an excellent arranger of music, a fine conductor and he is an accomplished clarinettist whose performances are always musically insightful.”
David Gardos
Broadway Musical Director
“Having worked with James on numerous musical theatre projects I can attest to his exceptional talents as an MD: from his keen ear and natural musicality to his extensive knowledge of style and form. James is detailed and determined, focused on eliciting the best from actors and musicians alike, infusing all work with his innate creativity and passion for music.”
Mike Stavrou
Sound Balance Engineer
“I've had the pleasure of working with James D'Arcy for many years. James would never admit to it, but I would describe him as a rare and wonderful multi-talented genius. He never ceases to amaze me by the sheer breadth of his talent. Whether you are looking for a feature film composer, record producer, code smith, musician (playing clarinet, piano) or sound balance engineer - if James feels comfortable performing your task you can be sure of its completion with precision and style.”
Stephen Hillinger
Conductor
“I have enjoyed James' playing very much. He is a gifted and thoughtful musician who sincerely cares about the final product and the process involved in getting there. I have very much enjoyed the interaction we have had particularly during rehearsals – he is one of the few members who asks questions, and that is something that I miss from other players. It tells me that he is always thinking about the music and wanting to create the best possible outcome for all involved. James has a real talent for ‘helping’ other wind players improve themselves without being rude or condescending in any way”
Yu Qing Rebecca Irwin
Violinist
“I have known James for more than ten years now. He was an esteemed member of our chamber group The Aeon Ensemble. The ensemble benefited greatly from his multi talents. He is a gifted clarinet player with a lyrical tone, a wonderful composer as well as skilled with technology. The most memorable experience was when he rearranged Korngold's massive orchestra score of “Die tote Stadt” , tailoring it down to our ensemble of six people. Having actually played in the full orchestra in the Opera Australia's production, I was amazed and marvelled at how wonderfully James retained the hauntingly beautiful colour and the rich harmony of the original score. It was indeed the stroke of a genius.”