User:Bernardt James

Here are a few basic facts about Bernardt James:

Jacobus Bernardus van der Walt (Cobus) was born on Tuesday the 2nd of June 1981.2nd Child of Amanda & Johan van der Walt. From early childhood, Bernardt James was attracted to the piano. Something that didn’t go unnoticed was his extraordinary ear and creativity for music. Some of his teachers were: Dr. Galloway, E. Blignaut and Marietjie Steyn.

Bernardt James started composing his own compositions for his exams and local talent competitions. He then realized this was his destiny.

Some of the artists that influenced him were: Sting and the Police, Darren Hayes and Savage Garden, Yanni, Andre Kempen, Richard Marx, Elton John, and Billy Joel. To name a few.

He appeared on talent shows like Crescendo(ATKV), Geraas and airplay on local radio stations. BJ performed at the Palace of the Lost city for 2 years(2003-2005) As resident pianist. He performed daily at the Crystal court and Villa del Palazzo.

In Johannesburg, he performed at venues like: The Grace Hotel, Michelangelo’s, Gold Reef City, Sandton Sun and the Hilton

He records and arranges all of his recordings. BJ also collaborated with lyricists; Francois van der Merwe ( Spieëlbeeld van my bestaan) and recently with Allison Treml( No one Else, Push us into love)

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