Jim Scianna Live Jazz Trio in CT

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jim scianna bassist

Jim Sicanna, Bassist

Since 1971, I have been performing professionally as a free lance musician in the Connecticut / New York area, in ensembles ranging from duets to big bands and orchestras. These performances have been in different settings, from concert halls, theaters, private parties and weddings to restaurants and clubs.
  • Graduate of Western Connecticut State University with a masters in music education
  • Attended Berklee College of Music
  • Taught music in the Connecticut public school system for 28 years
  • Studied privately with acoustic bassist:
    Art Davis, Dave Santoro and Lyn Christie

I have been fortunate to have worked and studied with fine musicians and educators in all styles of music.

Early Performance experiences include :
Electric bassist with the popular soul band The Aristocrats of Norwalk, CT. The Aristocrats opened for acts such as: Kool and the Gang, Junior Walker and the All-Stars and the Unifics. The band also won the famed Amateur Night at the Apollo Theatre. I have also performed with the Platters. I was also fortunate to have studied and performed with guitarist Linc Chamberlin at Rapsons in Stamford, CT with many world class musicians.

A few of the many fine musicians I have performed with:
Bob Leonard, Chris Casey, Maria Tiscia, David Oliver, Chris Morrison, David Childs, Joe McWillams, Robert Aries, Doug Schlink , Mark Templeton, Atla DeChamplain, Matt DeChamplain

A few venues we have performed at:

Tarryville Mansion
Redding Country Club
The Waterview
Wadsworth Mansion
Omni Hotel
Villa Bianca
Country Club of Darien
Armellino’s
Saybrook Point Inn and Spa
Rolling Hills Country Club
Ridgewood Country Club
Aria Banquet Hall
Doral Arrowwood
Bernard’s Inn at Ridgefield
The Stonehedge
The River House at Goodspeed