Jeremy McCoy (double bassist)
- Origin
- Toronto
- Born
- 1963
Biography
Jeremy McCoy (born 1963) is a Canadian-American double bassist known for his work as an orchestral musician, soloist, chamber musician, studio session player, and teacher. He is the assistant principal double bass with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in New York City. McCoy was born in Toronto, Ontario in 1963 but was raised in Ottawa. His earliest musical training began at age 6, on piano and as a chorister. He developed an interest in double bass while at Greenbank Middle School and began studying the instrument in 1977 with David Currie. He received additional instruction from Oscar Zimmerman, Winston Budrow, and Thorvald Fredin. He earned his Bachelor of Music from the Curtis Institute of Music as a student of Roger Scott.
Highlights
- Assistant principal double bass with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in New York City.
- Album: 'Dialogues with Double Bass' (2004).
Discography
- Dialogues with Double Bass2004
FAQ
How old is Jeremy McCoy?
Jeremy McCoy was born in 1963.
Where is Jeremy McCoy from?
Jeremy McCoy is from Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
What genre of music does he play?
Jeremy McCoy is known for his work as an orchestral musician, soloist, and chamber musician.
What are his biggest hits?
His notable album is "Dialogues with Double Bass," released in 2004.
Since when has he been active?
Information about the exact start date of his career is not available.
Has he won any awards?
There is no information available about any awards won by Jeremy McCoy.
