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Harry’s
professional playing experience spans over 48 years starting with
Jules Blattner and the Teentones in 1958. He recorded 11 records with
Jules, one of which 'Rock-n-Roll Blues'
is in the Roll-a-Billy Hall of Fame.
"Talented,
Hard Working, and just plain “Hot”. That’s Harry.
He is dedicated and serious about his music today as he was when
we started together as kids in 1958." He started working with the Blues Poet of St. Louis; Billy Peek in 1961. Harry recorded Ike Turner’s “Prancin” with Billy in 1963. In 1987 Harry was on Billy’s “Can a White Boy Play the Blues” and “The Answer”. The White Boy album featured Harry’s solos on “Good Lovin Baby” and a recut of “Prancin”. "I first met Harry Simon in the late 5O's when he was playing sax for a well known group, at the time, “The Teen Tones”. Later when Harry became available, I jumped at the chance to have him in my band. Harry has always been a great sax player with a wonderful tone, especially for rock & blues. He is a well schooled musician and a true professional. He has worked with most of the well known artists in the St. Louis area and has appeared on two of my CDs, 'Can A White Boy Play The Blues' and 'The Answer'. If anyone is looking for a great sax player for their band or recording, Harry Simon is available. Look no further, Harry Simon is the Best."Billy Peek - 2006 I first met Bob Kuban at the St. Louis Institute of Music and joined his band in 1964. The million seller 'Look Out for the Cheater' was recorded in 1965. Traveling with the band and appearing on 'Where the Action Is' with Casey Casem was truly a high point in his career. "Harry was part of the influence for what became known as the Kuban Sound. One of the biggest losses to the band was when Harry got drafted. We have stayed friends all these years and I have always admired his professionalism and dedication to our art. I would hire him tomorrow if I had an opening in my band." Bob Kuban - 2006 Serving
in the 564 Air Force Band in Langley Virginia from 1966 to 1970
was a great way to serve ones country. Upon returning home Bob Kuban
offered him his job with his band. Harry needed to finish his Master’s
Degree at SIU-E , however he will always feel great gratitude to
Bob Kuban for offering a returning serviceman his job back. Thank
you Mr. Kuban. "Harry
has been with me for quite a few years, and I think his tenor saxophone
playing is excellent. To me, he sounds better than Raymond Hill." |
