Mr James Kortum
Originally from the United States, James came to Australia in 1977 to take up the position of Principal Flute with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. Subsequently he has been Principal Flute with the Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra and Second Flute with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. James has also performed with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, Sydney Philharmonia Orchestra, Hunter Sinfonia and Pacific Opera Orchestra. As a chamber musician James was member of the chamber ensemble Collage and regularly appears as guest artist with The Grevillea Ensemble.
Prior to his current position at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, James was Lecturer in Flute at the University of Newcastle Conservatorium of Music. In 2005 James received the Master of Arts (Music) degree from the University of Newcastle for his text The Purposeful Flautist: Technique to Interpretation. James has also taught at the Australian Institute of Music, Melbourne University and Monash University. Active as a clinician throughout Australia, James has also appeared as guest artist at flute conventions and festivals held in Sydney, Brisbane, Coffs Harbour, Canberra, Christchurch and Hamilton, New Zealand, plus given master classes in England, Hong Kong and New Zealand.
A devoted ‘yogi’, in 2012 James completed the Advanced Diploma of Yoga Teacher Training at the Yoga Institute and is now teaching yoga classes for musicians at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and the Australian Institute of Music. He has also taught classes in Italy and New Zealand.
Selected publications
(, 2022)
Publications
Journals
- Kortum, J. (2007). Flute Warm Ups - Tone development through harmonics. Flute Focus, , 30-31.
- Kortum, J. (2007). Flute Warm Ups - Vibrato. Flute Focus, , 30-31.
- Kortum, J. (2007). Flute Warmup - Articulation. Flute Focus, , 26-27.
Music
- Carrigan, J., Yeo, N., Benedict, R., Kortum, J. (2019). An opera in three acts by Meta Overman. Psyche. Music Workshop, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Newsome, S., Miller, D., Kortum, J. (2018). 1. Cinq Chansons pour un Epilogue: Movements 1, 3 & 5 (Harold King 2. Vocalise-ètude en forme de Habanera (Maurice Ravel 3. Two Spanish Dances Opus 12: Nos 3 and 5 (Moritz Moszkovski 4. Tarentelle Opus 6 (Camille Saint-Saens 5. Four Waltzes (Dmitry Shostakovich). The Grevillea Experience. The Glebe Hall, Sydney, Australia: The Grevillea Experience.
- Miller, D., Dixon, W., Kortum, J. (2009). 1. Dos Poemas de Juan Ramon Jimenez 2. Seven Poems of James Joyce 3. Joueurs de Flute and Odes Anacreontiques 4. from 'L'Album de Lilian' Op. 139. Grevillea with James Kortum a Grevillea Ensemble Subscription Concert. Recital Hall West, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Grevillea Ensemble.
- Miller, D., Dunlop, R., Kortum, J., De Korte, N., Ryder, J., Lee, V., Peart, M., Coggins, V. (2009). 1. Trio for flute, violin & piano 4. Trio for clarinet, cello & piano. In Camera/Off Screen: The Chamber Music of Nino Rota. The Flute Tree Recital Room, Sydney, Australia: HEL Music.
- Kortum, J., Ryder, J., Lee, V. (2008). 1. 16th Century Italian Lute pieces, 2. +Exotic DancesI III IV, 3. +Pastorales de Noel, 4. Trio Op.36, 5. Kithera, 6. At Dusk, 7. American Folk Song Suite. The Christina Education Centre, Robertson, Australia: Robertson Village Music Society.
- Kortum, J., Ryder, J., Lee, V. (2008). 1. 16th Century Italian Lute pieces, 2. At Dusk, 3. Trio Op.36, 4. American Folk Song Trio. Government House, Sydney, Australia: Historic Houses Trust & The Harp Society of NSW.
- Kortum, J., Ryder, J., Lee, V. (2008). 1. 16th Century Lute Pieces, 2. Pastorales de Noel, 3. L'Adorazione Dei Magi, 4. Kithera Christmas Collection. Fourth Musicale -Eighth Season Michelangeli Ensemble. St Peters Anglican Church, Campbelltown, NSW, Australia: Macarthur Music Club.
- Kortum, J., Coggins, V., Ryder, J., Lee, V. (2008). 1. Game Play 2. At Dusk 3. Serenade 4. American Folksong Suite 5. Variations 6. Go to Sleep. St Stephens Uniting Church, Sydney, Australia.
- Kortum, J., Davis, C. (2008). 1. Scherzo (Divertimento) for flute and piano 2. Sonata for flute and piano 3. Sonata for solo flute 4. Sonata for flute and piano. Saturday Session. Eugene Goosens Hall, Sydney, Australia: ABC FM.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dixon, W. (2008). 1. Sonatina for flute and piano in A Minor Op.13; 2. Song Cycle 'The Ocean Hum'. SCM West Recital Hall, Sydney, Australia: Grevillea Ensemble.
- Kortum, J., Blake, S., Miller, D. (2008). 1. Trio in F for Flute, Cello and Piano; 2. Trio for Flute, Violoncello and Piano. Cocktail Hour Recital Series. Recital Hall West; SCM, Sydney, Australia: SCM.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dixon, W. (2008). 1. Viens! une flute invisible soupire..! 2. Barcarola et Scherzo 3. Trois Odelettes Anacreontiques. St Stephens Uniting Church, Sydney, Australia: St Stephens Uniting Church.
- Miller, D., Kortum, J., Dixon, W. (2008). 1. Viens! une flute invisible soupire; 2. Reverie; 3. Ecoute mon coeur; 4. Notre chaumiere en Yveline; 5. Petite valse; 6. Trois odelettes anacreontiques (1911). SCM, Sydney, Australia: SCM.
- Kortum, J., Komak, C. (2008). 1.Hamburger Sonata2.Bali Moods 13.Ballade4.Canzone5.Fantasie. Fairfield Intermediate Auditorium, Hamilton, New Zealand: Hamilton Flute Society.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Ryder, J., Dunlop, R. (2008). 1.Trio2.db. SCM West Recital Hall, Sydney, Australia: Charisma.
- Cowley, R., Blake, S., Miller, D., Kortum, J. (2008). Chansons Madecasses. SCM Cocktail Hour Recital Series. Recital Hall West, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Dixon, W. (2008). The Emperor and the Bird of Paradise. SCM, Sydney, Australia: SCM.
- Kortum, J., Lee, H. (2007). 1. Sonata for Flute and Piano in D Major Op.94, 2. Fantasie for Flute and Piano, 3. Sonata for Flute and Piano Op.14. Hye-Lim Lee Accompaniment. Sydney Conservatorium of Music West Recital Hall, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D. (2007). 1. Sonate, 2. Barcarola et Scherzo, 3. Suite Paysanne Hongroise, 4.Swallow Tales for Solo Flute, 5.Ballade 'World Premiere', 6.Duo for Flute and Piano. James Kortum, flute & David Miller, piano. Wesley Uniting Church on the Mall, Wollongong, Australia: Music Illawarra.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dixon, W. (2007). 1.Canzone, 2.Three Christmas Carols. Cabaret Grevillea. Music Cafe, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney, Australia: Grevillea Ensemble.
- Kortum, J., Mercep, C., Pusner, G. (2007). 1.Serenade, 2.Carmen Fantasy. Robertson Village Music Society. St John's New Hall, Robertson, NSW, Australia: Robertson Village Music Society.
- Kortum, J., Mercep, C., Pusner, G. (2007). 1.Sonata in C Major, 2.La Flute Enchantee,. Robertson Village Music Society. St John's New Hall, Robertson, Southern Highlands, NSW, Australia: Robertson Village Music Society.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D. (2007). Sonata in E flat Major. Wesley Uniting Church on the Mall, Wollongong, Australia: Music Illawarra.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dorigo, N. (2007). Sonata: 1. Allegro moderato e con grazia 2. Adagio 3. Allegro vivace. Cocktail Hour Recital Series. Recital Hall West, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dorigo, N. (2007). Sonate pur flute et piano: 1. Allegro 2.Scherzo 3. Andante 4. Allegro Assai Bilitis: ADD titles 5. -18.. Cocktail Hour Recital Series. Recital Hall West, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J. (2007). Swallow Tales. Swallow Tales. Wesley Uniting Church on the Mall, Wollongong, Australia: Music Illawarra.
- Opera Company, P., Schweers, H., Kortum, J. (2007). The Barber of Seville. pacific opera The Barber of Seville. Independent Theatre, Sydney, Australia: Pacific Opera.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). 1.Sonata in G Major, 2.Serenade No.10, 3.Goldfish Through Summer Rain, 4.Sonate. A Twighlight Concert. Berry Courthouse, Berry, NSW, Australia: Music Shoalhaven.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). 1.Sonate pour flute et harpe, 2.Entre'acte pour flute et harpe. Sydney Flute Festival Closing Ceremony and Concert. Verbrugghen Hall, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Flute Festival.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). 1.Taheke, 2The Emperor and the Bird of Paradise. Berry Courthouse, Berry, NSW, Australia: Music Shoalhaven.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). A Twilight Concert. Berry Courthouse, Berry, Australia: Music Shoalhaven.
- Edmund-Davies, P., Kortum, J. (2006). Andante and Rondo. Pal Edmund-Davies Recital. Mosman Art Gallery & Community Centre, Sydney, Australia: Billy Hyde Wind and Brass.
- Reeves, D., Noble, G., Symphony Orchestra, S., Kortum, J. (2006). Dianne Reeves: A Tribute to Sarah Vaughan. Dianne Reeves atribute to Sarah Vaughan. Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Symphony.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). Flute and Harp Duo - Damase. Verbrugghen Hall, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Flute Festival.
- Kortum, J. (2006). Flute Masterclass. Verbrugghen Hall, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Flute Festival.
- Kortum, J., Pusner, G., Edmund-Davies, P. (2006). Flute Recital. Mosman Art Gallery, Sydney, Australia: Billy Hyde.
- Symphony Orchestra, S., Philharmonia Choirs, S., Gelmetti, G., Kortum, J. (2006). La Rondine. Season 2006 EnergyAustralia Master Series Puccini's La Rondine. Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Symphony.
- Kortum, J. (2006). Titanic: A New Musical. Titanic: A New Musical. Theatre Royal, Sydney, Australia: Seabiscuit Productions.
- Kortum, J., Mercep, C., Pusner, G., Granwal, I. (2005). 1.La Flute Enchantee (Sheherezade), 2.Sonatine, 3. Bilitis, 4.Syrinx. Concerts by Candlelight: French Impressions. The Garrison Church, MillersPoint-The Rocks, Sydney, Australia: Concerts by Candlelight.
- Opera Company, P., Weymark, B., Kortum, J. (2005). Cosi Fan Tutti. Cosi Fan Tutti. Independent Theatre, Sydney, Australia: Pacific Opera.
- Topol, C., Lawson, T., Kortum, J. (2005). Fiddler on the Roof. Topol in Fiddler on the Roof. Capitol Theatre, Sydney, Australia: Tim Lawson.
- O'Hearn, A., Kortum, J., Walsh, L. (2004). 1. Trio for flute, oboe and piano; 2. Fantasie for flute and piano; 3. Trio for flute, oboe and piano. Lunchtime concert: A trio in music. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Pusner, G. (2004). 1.Romance in F major, 2.Sonatine,. Lunchtime Concert. Concert Hall, University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2004). 1.Serenade No.10, 2.Goldfish Through Summer Rain, 3. Sonate. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2004). 1.Sonata in G Minor,. Lunchtime Concert: Flute and Harp Recital. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Pusner, G. (2004). 1.Sonatine pour Flute et Piano, 2.Sonate pour Flute et Piano. Concert Hall, University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra, N., Banney, D., Kortum, J. (2004). 1.Suite Modale, 2.Tango Etude No.3. Evening Concert. Concert Hall, University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Chamber Orchestra, A., Tognetti, R., Kortum, J. (2004). 1.Variations on a Rococo Theme, 2.Symphony in F Wq.183/3, 3.Symphony No.5 in B Flat D 485. 2004 National Concert Season: Romantics. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Australian Chamber Orchestra.
- Kortum, J., O'Hearn, A. (2004). Fantasie. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Opera Company, P., Kortum, J. (2004). Hansel and Gretel. Pacific Opera presents Hanel & Gretel. Independent Theatre, North Sydney, Sydney, Australia: Pacific Opera.
- Philharmonia Orchestra, S., Philharmonia Choirs, S., Weymark, B., Kortum, J. (2003). 1.Choral Symphony, 2.Carmina burana. 2003 the awsome power of the voice. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Philharmonia Choir.
- Kortum, J., Berick, M., Richardson, L. (2003). 1.Poem for Flute and Piano, 2.Sonate pour Flute, Hautbois Clarinette et Piano. Lunchtime Concert: Music for Wind and Piano. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: University of Newcastle Conservatorium.
- Symphony Orchestra, S., Dauth, M., Kortum, J. (2003). Concerto for Flute. Season 2003 Mozart at Angel Place. City Recital Hall, Angel Place, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Symphony.
- Philharmonia Choirs, S., Philharmonia Orchestra, S., Porcelijn, D., Kortum, J. (2003). Elijah. the awesome power of the voice 2003. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs.
- Kortum, J., Bardon, M., Berick, M. (2003). Trio Opus 87 for Flute, Oboe and Clarinet. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: University of Newcastle Conservatorium.
- Kortum, J., Davis, C. (2002). 1.Andante in C Major 2. Sonata for Solo Flute 'World Premiere' 3.Sonata in A Major for Flute and Piano. Lunchtime Concert: Flute and Piano Recital. Concert Hall, University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, Australia: University of Newcastle Conservatorium.
- University Orchestra, N., Banney, D., Kortum, J. (2002). 1.Cello Concerto No.1, 2.Medea, 3.Lieutenant Kije. Conservatorium Music festival: making connections. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: University of Newcastle Conservatorium.
- Clone-Still-SCM, C., Law, B., Symphony, C., Kortum, J. (2002). 1.Firebird Suite 2.Flute Concerto 3.Daphnis et Chloe. Masterworks II. Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch, New Zealand: Christchurch Symphony.
- Hunter Sinfonia, T., Banney, D., Kortum, J. (2002). 1.Piano Concerto No.1, 2.Symphony No.9. Conservatorium Music Festival: making connections. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: The Hunter Sinfonia.
- Kortum, J., Reeder, M. (2002). 1.Suite de Morceaux 2.Fantasie 3.Night Soliloquy 4.Emperor and the Bird of Paradise. Flute Concert with James Kortum. Studio One, Mitchell Conservatorium, Bathurst, NSW, Australia: Mitchell Conservatorium.
- Symphony Orchestra, S., de Waart, E., Kortum, J. (2002). Eclairs Sur L'au-dela. Morgan Stanley Great Performers Season 2002. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Philharmonia Choir.
- Webby, H., Kortum, J., Dunsmore, G., Kotorvych, O., Ionenko, I., Thompson, R., Zelinska, G. (2002). Introduction and Allegro for flute, harp, clarinet and string quartet. 6th NZ National Flute Convention, Gala Concert. Aurora Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand: New Zealand Flute Society Inc.
- Kortum, J. (2002). Sonata for Solo Flute. Flute and Piano Recital. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, Australia: University of Newcastle.
- University Choir, N., University Orchestra, N., Allan, C., Kortum, J. (2002). St John Passion. University Choir and Orchestra 25th Anniversary Concert. Great Hall, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle University Choir.
- Philharmonia Motet Choir, S., Philharmonia Symphonic Choir, S., Philharmonia Orchestra, S., Nilsson, M., Kortum, J. (2002). St Matthew Passion. the awesome power of the voice. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs.
Recorded / Rendered Performance
- Carrigan, J., Richter, G., Kortum, J., Barber, J., Barber, L. (2022). What Secret Hath the Rose? A Linda Phillips' Anthology, CD, Wollongong, Australia: Wirripang.
- Carrigan, J., Kortum, J. (2019). Aulos Australis : 1. Sonata 1 for Flute and Piano (Meta Overman) 2. Sonata for Flute and Piano (Miriam Hyde) 3. Sonata for Flute and Piano 4. Sonata 2 for Flute and Piano (Phyllis Batchelor). On Aulos Australis, CD, iTunes, Wollongong, Australia: Wirripang.
- Kortum, J., Carrigan, J. (2019). Aulos Australis : Sonata 1 for Flute and Piano by Meta Overman 1. Allegro Moderato, 2. Variations - Allegretto non troppo, 3. Andante sostenuto, 4. Vivo e risoluto; Sonata 2 for Flute and Piano by Meta Oveman 11. Allegro energico, 12. Poco lento, delicate, 13. Allegro animato. On Aulos Australis: Sonatas for Flute and Piano by Australian Women, CD, Wollongong, Australia: Wirripang Media.
- Carrigan, J., Benjamin, M., Yeo, N., Sydney Symphony Orchestra Fellows, T., Kortum, J. (2019). Psyche: An Opera in three acts by Meta Overman - Based on the novel of the same name by Louis Couperus. On Psyche: An Opera in three acts by Meta Overman, DVD, Wollongong, Australia: Wirripang Pty Ltd.
2022
- Carrigan, J., Richter, G., Kortum, J., Barber, J., Barber, L. (2022). What Secret Hath the Rose? A Linda Phillips' Anthology, CD, Wollongong, Australia: Wirripang.
2019
- Carrigan, J., Yeo, N., Benedict, R., Kortum, J. (2019). An opera in three acts by Meta Overman. Psyche. Music Workshop, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Carrigan, J., Kortum, J. (2019). Aulos Australis : 1. Sonata 1 for Flute and Piano (Meta Overman) 2. Sonata for Flute and Piano (Miriam Hyde) 3. Sonata for Flute and Piano 4. Sonata 2 for Flute and Piano (Phyllis Batchelor). On Aulos Australis, CD, iTunes, Wollongong, Australia: Wirripang.
- Kortum, J., Carrigan, J. (2019). Aulos Australis : Sonata 1 for Flute and Piano by Meta Overman 1. Allegro Moderato, 2. Variations - Allegretto non troppo, 3. Andante sostenuto, 4. Vivo e risoluto; Sonata 2 for Flute and Piano by Meta Oveman 11. Allegro energico, 12. Poco lento, delicate, 13. Allegro animato. On Aulos Australis: Sonatas for Flute and Piano by Australian Women, CD, Wollongong, Australia: Wirripang Media.
- Carrigan, J., Benjamin, M., Yeo, N., Sydney Symphony Orchestra Fellows, T., Kortum, J. (2019). Psyche: An Opera in three acts by Meta Overman - Based on the novel of the same name by Louis Couperus. On Psyche: An Opera in three acts by Meta Overman, DVD, Wollongong, Australia: Wirripang Pty Ltd.
2018
- Newsome, S., Miller, D., Kortum, J. (2018). 1. Cinq Chansons pour un Epilogue: Movements 1, 3 & 5 (Harold King 2. Vocalise-ètude en forme de Habanera (Maurice Ravel 3. Two Spanish Dances Opus 12: Nos 3 and 5 (Moritz Moszkovski 4. Tarentelle Opus 6 (Camille Saint-Saens 5. Four Waltzes (Dmitry Shostakovich). The Grevillea Experience. The Glebe Hall, Sydney, Australia: The Grevillea Experience.
2009
- Miller, D., Dixon, W., Kortum, J. (2009). 1. Dos Poemas de Juan Ramon Jimenez 2. Seven Poems of James Joyce 3. Joueurs de Flute and Odes Anacreontiques 4. from 'L'Album de Lilian' Op. 139. Grevillea with James Kortum a Grevillea Ensemble Subscription Concert. Recital Hall West, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Grevillea Ensemble.
- Miller, D., Dunlop, R., Kortum, J., De Korte, N., Ryder, J., Lee, V., Peart, M., Coggins, V. (2009). 1. Trio for flute, violin & piano 4. Trio for clarinet, cello & piano. In Camera/Off Screen: The Chamber Music of Nino Rota. The Flute Tree Recital Room, Sydney, Australia: HEL Music.
2008
- Kortum, J., Ryder, J., Lee, V. (2008). 1. 16th Century Italian Lute pieces, 2. +Exotic DancesI III IV, 3. +Pastorales de Noel, 4. Trio Op.36, 5. Kithera, 6. At Dusk, 7. American Folk Song Suite. The Christina Education Centre, Robertson, Australia: Robertson Village Music Society.
- Kortum, J., Ryder, J., Lee, V. (2008). 1. 16th Century Italian Lute pieces, 2. At Dusk, 3. Trio Op.36, 4. American Folk Song Trio. Government House, Sydney, Australia: Historic Houses Trust & The Harp Society of NSW.
- Kortum, J., Ryder, J., Lee, V. (2008). 1. 16th Century Lute Pieces, 2. Pastorales de Noel, 3. L'Adorazione Dei Magi, 4. Kithera Christmas Collection. Fourth Musicale -Eighth Season Michelangeli Ensemble. St Peters Anglican Church, Campbelltown, NSW, Australia: Macarthur Music Club.
- Kortum, J., Coggins, V., Ryder, J., Lee, V. (2008). 1. Game Play 2. At Dusk 3. Serenade 4. American Folksong Suite 5. Variations 6. Go to Sleep. St Stephens Uniting Church, Sydney, Australia.
- Kortum, J., Davis, C. (2008). 1. Scherzo (Divertimento) for flute and piano 2. Sonata for flute and piano 3. Sonata for solo flute 4. Sonata for flute and piano. Saturday Session. Eugene Goosens Hall, Sydney, Australia: ABC FM.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dixon, W. (2008). 1. Sonatina for flute and piano in A Minor Op.13; 2. Song Cycle 'The Ocean Hum'. SCM West Recital Hall, Sydney, Australia: Grevillea Ensemble.
- Kortum, J., Blake, S., Miller, D. (2008). 1. Trio in F for Flute, Cello and Piano; 2. Trio for Flute, Violoncello and Piano. Cocktail Hour Recital Series. Recital Hall West; SCM, Sydney, Australia: SCM.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dixon, W. (2008). 1. Viens! une flute invisible soupire..! 2. Barcarola et Scherzo 3. Trois Odelettes Anacreontiques. St Stephens Uniting Church, Sydney, Australia: St Stephens Uniting Church.
- Miller, D., Kortum, J., Dixon, W. (2008). 1. Viens! une flute invisible soupire; 2. Reverie; 3. Ecoute mon coeur; 4. Notre chaumiere en Yveline; 5. Petite valse; 6. Trois odelettes anacreontiques (1911). SCM, Sydney, Australia: SCM.
- Kortum, J., Komak, C. (2008). 1.Hamburger Sonata2.Bali Moods 13.Ballade4.Canzone5.Fantasie. Fairfield Intermediate Auditorium, Hamilton, New Zealand: Hamilton Flute Society.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Ryder, J., Dunlop, R. (2008). 1.Trio2.db. SCM West Recital Hall, Sydney, Australia: Charisma.
- Cowley, R., Blake, S., Miller, D., Kortum, J. (2008). Chansons Madecasses. SCM Cocktail Hour Recital Series. Recital Hall West, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Dixon, W. (2008). The Emperor and the Bird of Paradise. SCM, Sydney, Australia: SCM.
2007
- Kortum, J., Lee, H. (2007). 1. Sonata for Flute and Piano in D Major Op.94, 2. Fantasie for Flute and Piano, 3. Sonata for Flute and Piano Op.14. Hye-Lim Lee Accompaniment. Sydney Conservatorium of Music West Recital Hall, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D. (2007). 1. Sonate, 2. Barcarola et Scherzo, 3. Suite Paysanne Hongroise, 4.Swallow Tales for Solo Flute, 5.Ballade 'World Premiere', 6.Duo for Flute and Piano. James Kortum, flute & David Miller, piano. Wesley Uniting Church on the Mall, Wollongong, Australia: Music Illawarra.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dixon, W. (2007). 1.Canzone, 2.Three Christmas Carols. Cabaret Grevillea. Music Cafe, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney, Australia: Grevillea Ensemble.
- Kortum, J., Mercep, C., Pusner, G. (2007). 1.Serenade, 2.Carmen Fantasy. Robertson Village Music Society. St John's New Hall, Robertson, NSW, Australia: Robertson Village Music Society.
- Kortum, J., Mercep, C., Pusner, G. (2007). 1.Sonata in C Major, 2.La Flute Enchantee,. Robertson Village Music Society. St John's New Hall, Robertson, Southern Highlands, NSW, Australia: Robertson Village Music Society.
- Kortum, J. (2007). Flute Warm Ups - Tone development through harmonics. Flute Focus, , 30-31.
- Kortum, J. (2007). Flute Warm Ups - Vibrato. Flute Focus, , 30-31.
- Kortum, J. (2007). Flute Warmup - Articulation. Flute Focus, , 26-27.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D. (2007). Sonata in E flat Major. Wesley Uniting Church on the Mall, Wollongong, Australia: Music Illawarra.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dorigo, N. (2007). Sonata: 1. Allegro moderato e con grazia 2. Adagio 3. Allegro vivace. Cocktail Hour Recital Series. Recital Hall West, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Miller, D., Dorigo, N. (2007). Sonate pur flute et piano: 1. Allegro 2.Scherzo 3. Andante 4. Allegro Assai Bilitis: ADD titles 5. -18.. Cocktail Hour Recital Series. Recital Hall West, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J. (2007). Swallow Tales. Swallow Tales. Wesley Uniting Church on the Mall, Wollongong, Australia: Music Illawarra.
- Opera Company, P., Schweers, H., Kortum, J. (2007). The Barber of Seville. pacific opera The Barber of Seville. Independent Theatre, Sydney, Australia: Pacific Opera.
2006
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). 1.Sonata in G Major, 2.Serenade No.10, 3.Goldfish Through Summer Rain, 4.Sonate. A Twighlight Concert. Berry Courthouse, Berry, NSW, Australia: Music Shoalhaven.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). 1.Sonate pour flute et harpe, 2.Entre'acte pour flute et harpe. Sydney Flute Festival Closing Ceremony and Concert. Verbrugghen Hall, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Flute Festival.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). 1.Taheke, 2The Emperor and the Bird of Paradise. Berry Courthouse, Berry, NSW, Australia: Music Shoalhaven.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). A Twilight Concert. Berry Courthouse, Berry, Australia: Music Shoalhaven.
- Edmund-Davies, P., Kortum, J. (2006). Andante and Rondo. Pal Edmund-Davies Recital. Mosman Art Gallery & Community Centre, Sydney, Australia: Billy Hyde Wind and Brass.
- Reeves, D., Noble, G., Symphony Orchestra, S., Kortum, J. (2006). Dianne Reeves: A Tribute to Sarah Vaughan. Dianne Reeves atribute to Sarah Vaughan. Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Symphony.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2006). Flute and Harp Duo - Damase. Verbrugghen Hall, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Flute Festival.
- Kortum, J. (2006). Flute Masterclass. Verbrugghen Hall, SCM, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Flute Festival.
- Kortum, J., Pusner, G., Edmund-Davies, P. (2006). Flute Recital. Mosman Art Gallery, Sydney, Australia: Billy Hyde.
- Symphony Orchestra, S., Philharmonia Choirs, S., Gelmetti, G., Kortum, J. (2006). La Rondine. Season 2006 EnergyAustralia Master Series Puccini's La Rondine. Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Symphony.
- Kortum, J. (2006). Titanic: A New Musical. Titanic: A New Musical. Theatre Royal, Sydney, Australia: Seabiscuit Productions.
2005
- Kortum, J., Mercep, C., Pusner, G., Granwal, I. (2005). 1.La Flute Enchantee (Sheherezade), 2.Sonatine, 3. Bilitis, 4.Syrinx. Concerts by Candlelight: French Impressions. The Garrison Church, MillersPoint-The Rocks, Sydney, Australia: Concerts by Candlelight.
- Opera Company, P., Weymark, B., Kortum, J. (2005). Cosi Fan Tutti. Cosi Fan Tutti. Independent Theatre, Sydney, Australia: Pacific Opera.
- Topol, C., Lawson, T., Kortum, J. (2005). Fiddler on the Roof. Topol in Fiddler on the Roof. Capitol Theatre, Sydney, Australia: Tim Lawson.
2004
- O'Hearn, A., Kortum, J., Walsh, L. (2004). 1. Trio for flute, oboe and piano; 2. Fantasie for flute and piano; 3. Trio for flute, oboe and piano. Lunchtime concert: A trio in music. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Pusner, G. (2004). 1.Romance in F major, 2.Sonatine,. Lunchtime Concert. Concert Hall, University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2004). 1.Serenade No.10, 2.Goldfish Through Summer Rain, 3. Sonate. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Rosenson, J. (2004). 1.Sonata in G Minor,. Lunchtime Concert: Flute and Harp Recital. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Kortum, J., Pusner, G. (2004). 1.Sonatine pour Flute et Piano, 2.Sonate pour Flute et Piano. Concert Hall, University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra, N., Banney, D., Kortum, J. (2004). 1.Suite Modale, 2.Tango Etude No.3. Evening Concert. Concert Hall, University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Chamber Orchestra, A., Tognetti, R., Kortum, J. (2004). 1.Variations on a Rococo Theme, 2.Symphony in F Wq.183/3, 3.Symphony No.5 in B Flat D 485. 2004 National Concert Season: Romantics. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Australian Chamber Orchestra.
- Kortum, J., O'Hearn, A. (2004). Fantasie. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, Australia: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music.
- Opera Company, P., Kortum, J. (2004). Hansel and Gretel. Pacific Opera presents Hanel & Gretel. Independent Theatre, North Sydney, Sydney, Australia: Pacific Opera.
2003
- Philharmonia Orchestra, S., Philharmonia Choirs, S., Weymark, B., Kortum, J. (2003). 1.Choral Symphony, 2.Carmina burana. 2003 the awsome power of the voice. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Philharmonia Choir.
- Kortum, J., Berick, M., Richardson, L. (2003). 1.Poem for Flute and Piano, 2.Sonate pour Flute, Hautbois Clarinette et Piano. Lunchtime Concert: Music for Wind and Piano. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: University of Newcastle Conservatorium.
- Symphony Orchestra, S., Dauth, M., Kortum, J. (2003). Concerto for Flute. Season 2003 Mozart at Angel Place. City Recital Hall, Angel Place, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Symphony.
- Philharmonia Choirs, S., Philharmonia Orchestra, S., Porcelijn, D., Kortum, J. (2003). Elijah. the awesome power of the voice 2003. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs.
- Kortum, J., Bardon, M., Berick, M. (2003). Trio Opus 87 for Flute, Oboe and Clarinet. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: University of Newcastle Conservatorium.
2002
- Kortum, J., Davis, C. (2002). 1.Andante in C Major 2. Sonata for Solo Flute 'World Premiere' 3.Sonata in A Major for Flute and Piano. Lunchtime Concert: Flute and Piano Recital. Concert Hall, University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, Australia: University of Newcastle Conservatorium.
- University Orchestra, N., Banney, D., Kortum, J. (2002). 1.Cello Concerto No.1, 2.Medea, 3.Lieutenant Kije. Conservatorium Music festival: making connections. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: University of Newcastle Conservatorium.
- Clone-Still-SCM, C., Law, B., Symphony, C., Kortum, J. (2002). 1.Firebird Suite 2.Flute Concerto 3.Daphnis et Chloe. Masterworks II. Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch, New Zealand: Christchurch Symphony.
- Hunter Sinfonia, T., Banney, D., Kortum, J. (2002). 1.Piano Concerto No.1, 2.Symphony No.9. Conservatorium Music Festival: making connections. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: The Hunter Sinfonia.
- Kortum, J., Reeder, M. (2002). 1.Suite de Morceaux 2.Fantasie 3.Night Soliloquy 4.Emperor and the Bird of Paradise. Flute Concert with James Kortum. Studio One, Mitchell Conservatorium, Bathurst, NSW, Australia: Mitchell Conservatorium.
- Symphony Orchestra, S., de Waart, E., Kortum, J. (2002). Eclairs Sur L'au-dela. Morgan Stanley Great Performers Season 2002. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Philharmonia Choir.
- Webby, H., Kortum, J., Dunsmore, G., Kotorvych, O., Ionenko, I., Thompson, R., Zelinska, G. (2002). Introduction and Allegro for flute, harp, clarinet and string quartet. 6th NZ National Flute Convention, Gala Concert. Aurora Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand: New Zealand Flute Society Inc.
- Kortum, J. (2002). Sonata for Solo Flute. Flute and Piano Recital. University of Newcastle Conservatorium, Newcastle, Australia: University of Newcastle.
- University Choir, N., University Orchestra, N., Allan, C., Kortum, J. (2002). St John Passion. University Choir and Orchestra 25th Anniversary Concert. Great Hall, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Newcastle University Choir.
- Philharmonia Motet Choir, S., Philharmonia Symphonic Choir, S., Philharmonia Orchestra, S., Nilsson, M., Kortum, J. (2002). St Matthew Passion. the awesome power of the voice. Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs.