Jim Hopson

Freelance trombonist in Vancouver, BC. Extensive experience in all musical genres (performing, teaching). Trombonist/arranger for Ten Souljers, Vancouver's top party band. Studied with legendary trombonist Ian McDougall (BMus. UVic). Performed/recorded as a sideman with: Nikki Yanofsky, Chucho Valdez, Muhal Richard Abrams, Hugh Fraser, Dan Mangan, Hedley, and many more. Bass trombonist for the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra. In-demand composer and arranger for orchestras, jazz ensembles, film, and television.