Simon Read

Simon is a London based jazz double bassist.

Simon studied jazz at Leeds College of Music from 2009-2012 under the tutelage of Garry Jackson, Zoltan Dekany and Dave Kane.

​After graduating, he lived and worked in Leeds leading an octet on a string of Jazz North funded dates.

​In 2015 he moved to London where he quickly integrated himself on the bustling and vibrant jazz scene.

​Simon enjoyed stints in the Adrian Cox Quartet and the Sam Leak Trio, touring and recording with both of these groups extensively.

Currently, he is involved with the Fraser Smith Quartet and the Matt Holborn Quartet. Both groups have albums due out in 2025 with UK tours to follow.

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