John Arpin

John Arpin

Canadian ragtime pianist (1936–2007)

Died aged 70SagittariusCanada

Biography

John Francis Oscar Arpin (3 December 1936 – 8 November 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 8 November 2007 in Toronto, Ontario.

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Career highlights

Genres

  • jazz

Instruments

  • piano

Quick answers about John Arpin

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John Arpin died on November 8, 2007 at the age of 70.
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John Arpin was born on December 3, 1936.
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John Arpin was born in Port McNicoll.
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John Arpin's zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
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John Arpin is a citizen of Canada.
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John Arpin is known as pianist, composer, film score composer, musician.

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