Ron Lafromboise

-Ron began music studies in 1968, having been influenced by various family members.

-He continued music studies in percussion, guitar, bass, French horn & trumpet, in private schools and studios for 10 years.

-Ron later studied at college level and began work as a music educator/tutor in 1979.

-He is presently registered as a guitar, bass & theory tutor with London College of Exams, UK. 

-He’s attended workshops/master classes with teachers such as the great jazz guitarist "BARNEY KESSELL".

-He has worked as multi-instrumentalist in theatrical productions and pit orchestras.

-Barry earned an illustrious reputation as a valued sideman for decades with many artists.

-Ron has toured nationwide as bassist with former Rolling Stones' guitarist "MICK TAYLOR",

-Has worked as bassist for Canadian Idol Judge “ZACK WERNER”.  

-Has worked with jazz crooner Jerry Abbott (aka John Abbott of THE YOUNG & RESTLESS)

-Barry's studio credits include countless jingles, demos and CD album session work in Ottawa, Toronto, Barrie, Kitchener and Sudbury.

-His on-stage persona has been captured in videos on CMT, and educational videos in Quebec.

-He has appeared as sideman on Canada AM as well as numerous Breakfast Television shows.

-His work as producer/arranger and session player has garnished him Top 20 spots in the UK, Germany, Holland & the Netherlands.

-He has written and produced soundtracks for educational video productions.

-He’s a musical chameleon, covering standards, blues, pop, classic rock, big band, country.  

-Ron is also a studied and accomplished photographer, specializing in fine art, corporate, portrait & stage performance portrait work with international musicians, including Rik Emmett, Suzie McNeil, etc.