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James Dion Blanchard

James Dion Blanchard

James Dion Blanchard

2019 Keston MAX Winner

Biography

  • James earned his master’s degree at The Juilliard School studying with Robert Langevin;
  • He serves as Principal Flute with both the Des Moines Symphony and Opera San Jose.

Resources

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