simonarruda
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Simon is a jazz artist working in the Greater Toronto Area. You can find him performing in café and lounge scenes to receptions and corporate events. His experience is not limited to jazz, but also includes extensive experience as a choral accompanist, rock guitarist, and private instructor.
He graduated from York University's music program in 2011 and has studied under great local artists such as Mark Eisenman, Alan Henderson, Andrew Scott, Mike Cadó, Casey Sokol and Brian Katz.
His influences include John Petrucci, John Coltrane, Lenny Breau, Wes Montgomery, Ed Bickert, Lorne Lofsky, Pat Martino, Pat Metheny, Ben Monder, Kurt Rosenwinkel; to name a few.
His current plans are to generate public recognition and expand the number of his appearances in Toronto. He is currently working on original material for recording in early 2014 to further establish himself in the local music scene.

Screen name:
simonarruda
Member since:
Aug 12 2014
Active over 1 month ago
Level of commitment:
Just for Fun
Years playing music:
20
Gigs played:
Over 100
Tend to practice:
More than 3 times per week
Most available:
Nights