“Gratitude is the best attitude, to realize how very fortunate we are. This beautiful country, our precious freedom, secured for us by the sacrifice of so many…Give thanks!…Pass it on!” — James Taylor
James will be the featured guest speaker at the December 7 luncheon for the prestigious National Press Club. His chosen topic will be “election reform”.
James Taylor is among the stars who will participate in the 90th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting, which will take place on December 6 on the Ellipse at President’s Park in Washington, D.C.
Get into the holiday spirit with James Taylor At Christmas, a collection of 14 holiday favorites recorded by James throughout the years. The album features his brand new track, “Mon Beau Sapin,” a French rendition of “O Christmas Tree” arranged by James, Dave Grusin and Larry Goldings, which is only available on this collection. The album also includes a moving version of “Here Comes the Sun,” recorded with cellist Yo-Yo Ma plus 12 other timeless holiday classics detailed below.
James has received word that the French government has conferred on him the distinguished honor of Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters.
James Taylor and Jimmy Buffett are among the contributors to a new album paying homage to respected folk artist Jesse Winchester. Quiet About It: A Tribute to Jesse Winchester features 11 of the singer/songwriter’s tunes recorded by Taylor, Buffett and such other stars as Little Feat, Rosanne Cash, Lyle Lovett and Elvis Costello.
A big congratulations goes out to our “Fire and Rain” Guitar Lesson Contest winner: Gordie Brooks from Michigan!
As you may already know, James is a loyal supporter of Tuberville — a charity dedicated to reducing hunger within our communities.