James E. Green grew up in Creedmoor, NC, and attended Chowan University and East Carolina University, earning a Bachelor of Music degree in theory/composition from East Carolina in 1993. Since then, he has worked in the choral music industry as a music copy editor/in-house editor and production manager.

In addition to choral pieces, Green has written for dance troupes and bands. He is a member of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and serves as an advisor to the board of directors for the Durham Children’s Choir. He guest-conducts and lectures in composition, wind instruments, and the music business to audiences ranging from kindergarten through college students.

Green takes great pride in connecting with the Cherokee Nation. MaryKay Henderson (Director, Cherokee National Youth Chorus) and Kathy Sierra (Assistant Director, Language Coordinator, Cherokee Nation and Cherokee National Youth Choir) have been very supportive by offering guidance with his writing and arranging of music using the Cherokee Language.