Bowman, James (1941-...), a British singer, is one of the world's leading countertenors, the highest adult male singing voice. Bowman is known for his lyricism and clear, sensitive phrasing. His approach to music developed from his appreciation of early sacred music. He is famous for his interpretation of the British composer Benjamin Britten's works, particularly the role of Oberon in A Midsummer Night's Dream. Bowman made his stage debut in the role in 1967. Bowman is also noted for his performances in the stage works of the German-born composer George Frideric Handel and other composers of the Baroque period.