Simon Osuna

Jazz bassist and composer

Born in a small town north of Barcelona, I became very interested in music at a young age. After experiencing a live concert for the first time, I decided to become a musician. I started learning music by myself, but as my musical knowledge expanded and my fascination with music deepened, my quest for musical exploration led me to diverse cities such as Barcelona, Amsterdam, and New York.

I studied my bachelor's and master's degrees at the Conservatory of Amsterdam. Besides that, I had the opportunity to study in New York City for a brief period and I had the privilege of taking lessons with jazz legends such as Buster Williams, Reggie Workman, and David Wong. I've been particularly drawn to the Jazz tradition and the music of the Great American Songbook.

I’ve been fortunate to enjoy a very prolific performing career thus far, having had the privilege to share the stage with esteemed musicians such as Dee Dee Bridgewater, Harry Allen, Steve Cardenas, Philip Harper, Dwayne Clemons, Benny Benack III, Peter Beets, Jasper Blom, Simon Rigter, Gideon Tazelaar, and Ignasi Terraza. Additionally, I’ve been one of the founders of the Fried Seven, a 1920s jazz music band.

About me

New Album coming up!

"Too Soon, Too Late "

After years performing with some of the most notorious musicians from the European and American scenes, I’ve decided it’s time to call the shots and present my own music and arrangements. This project celebrates the Double Bass as soloist instrument in jazz, following in the footsteps of legendary bassists Sam Jones, Ray Brown, and Paul Chambers. An energetic and expressive trio bringing to life original compositions shaped by my experiences in New York City.

“Too Soon, Too Late” has been recorded at Pinch Studios in NY and will be released with the label Fresh Sound. This record showcases some of the finest musicians in the New York scene, with the remarkable young talent Willie Bowman on drums and the exceptional Tommaso Perazzo on piano. On saxophone is Grant Stewart, whose warm tone and timeless phrasing have made him a defining voice in the New York jazz scene.