Simon Willson
Eclectic Bassist-Composer
A bridge between Chilean roots and Brooklyn's avant-garde, delivering rhythmically intricate and deeply melodic modern jazz.
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About
Chilean-born bassist and composer Simon Willson has become a vital presence in the New York jazz scene since 2017. A New England Conservatory graduate, he has collaborated with icons like Dave Douglas and Ethan Iverson and co-leads the acclaimed ensembles Earprint and Family Plan.
Music Style
Willson's sound is characterized by melodic bass lines and rhythmically challenging compositions that blend modern jazz with elements of folk and improvised music.
Background
- Hometown
- Chile
- Education
- New England Conservatory
- Instruments
- bass
- Active
- 2011-present
Similar Artists
If you like Dave Douglas, Ethan Iverson, or Kevin Sun — you'll love this artist
Kevin Sun
Frequent collaborator with a similar focus on intricate, contemporary New York jazz compositions.
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Dave Douglas
Willson has toured and recorded with Douglas, sharing a forward-thinking approach to trumpet-led ensembles.
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Ethan Iverson
Willson is a regular collaborator of Iverson, and both explore the intersection of tradition and modern improvisation.
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Notable Collaborations
Dave DouglasEthan IversonJason PalmerJonathan KreisbergFrank CarlbergRoxana AmedKevin SunBill FrisellMax Light
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Upcoming Events
Simon Willson's next NYC show is Friday, October 2 at Ornithology Jazz Club.