Simon James

Available

I teach through the Richmond Music Trust during term times, teaching guitar, bass, piano and studio technology. I also do rock/pop/jazz workshops assisting young musicians with the skills to play contemporary music in band situations

I also work as a session musician

A shortlist of artists that i have played with:
Sophie Ellis Bextor,Natasha Bedingfield,
Take That,Neil Cowley Trio, Ruby Galliers, Lewis Parker, Kelli Ali, Jay Scott Project
The Muvs, Jamie Scott and The Town, Blackbud, Akayzia Parker

Christs College, Richmond Richmond Music Trust (since Sept 07)
Canada Blanche Spanish School (2006-2007)
Sheen Mount school Rock/Pop Workshops (Easter holidays)
Hampton Community College

Smoking Barrel Recordings
Submarine Music
DotOne Records
Richmond Music Trust
Musicians Union
Flamenco Alma Dance Company

Diploma Jazz LCCM

BA Hons Philosophy Manchester University
4 A-levels (Eng B, Geog B, French C, Classics C)
10 GCSEs (7 As and 3 Cs)

Live Equip:Fender Strat, Rivera Quaiana Amplifier, Roland/Boss Sponsorship, Peerless Guitar Sponsorship, Tanglewood Guitar Sponsorship, Valeriana Bernal Flamenco Guitar
Studio: Mackie 1604 VLZ Pro Mixing Desk, Nord Lead Synth, Proteus, Orbitz Dance Synth, Logic Pro,

I am proficient at Logic, Cubase and Final Cut Pro

Are You A Member Of The Musicians' Union?: yes
Do You Have A Driving Licence?: yes