John Arpin
- Origin
- Port McNicoll
- Born
- 1936
- Genres
- jazz
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Biography
John Francis Oscar Arpin (December 3, 1936 – November 8, 2007) was a Canadian composer, recording artist, and entertainer, best known for his work as a virtuoso ragtime pianist. Born in Port McNicoll, Ontario, Arpin studied piano at The Royal Conservatory of Music, earning his ARCT diploma in 1953. He also studied at the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto. Arpin performed frequently and toured widely during his musical career, which spanned more than four decades. He continued to perform until shortly before his death. He died of cancer on November 8, 2007, in Toronto, Ontario.
Highlights
- Renowned ragtime virtuoso pianist.
- Studied at The Royal Conservatory of Music and the University of Toronto.
- Over four decades of musical career.
Discography
- Rags to Riches1987
- Scott Joplin - Greatest Hits1988
- Cakewalk: The Music of Jouis Moreau Gottschalk1990
- Scott Joplin—King Of Ragtime1992
- The Best of Scott Joplin1993
- The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber1994
- The Complete Piano Music of Scott Joplin1997
- Blue Gardenia: The Latin-American Music of Hal Isbitz1998
- Broadway Baroque
FAQ
How old is John Arpin?
John Arpin was born in 1936.
Where is John Arpin from?
John Arpin is from Port McNicoll, Ontario, Canada.
What kind of music does John Arpin make?
John Arpin makes jazz music, primarily as a ragtime pianist.
What are John Arpin's biggest hits?
Some of his biggest hits include the albums 'Rags to Riches' (1987) and 'Scott Joplin - Greatest Hits' (1988).
Since when has John Arpin been active?
John Arpin had a musical career that lasted over four decades.
Has he won any awards?
John Arpin has not won any known awards.
