Simon is a cellist & composer based in Stroud, Gloucestershire. After playing in several bands as a bass player in the 90s he started making music and sound design for theatre, contemporary dance and film. He was a founder member of performance group Iroqim. This was a laboratory for experimenting in combining spoken word and closely intertwined live music and was the birthplace of his unique neoclassical style. He has worked with visual artists creating soundscapes for installations and exhibitions, defining space and feeling with sound. Also releases work as 'amonism' combining influences of modern classical, free improvisation with electronics & field recording. He has played cello on several recordings for other artists as well as performing live. Has collaborated and worked with Anne Pigalle, Kathy Hinde, Kieran Crowder, Catherine Ireton, Dead Method, I Am The Mighty Jungulator, Emily Hall, MC Xander, Bellatrix & The Boxettes, Marv Radio, Sola Akingbola, Lemn Sissay, Julia Cheng, Karen Lane, Kidkanevil. Recently he has been developing a solo set for cello, loop pedals, various effects & computer processing.