Jim Self

Jim Self
Born
James Martin Self

(1943-08-20) August 20, 1943 (age 81)
Franklin, Pennsylvania, U.S.
EducationIndiana State College (B.S., 1965)
Catholic University of America (M.M., 1972)
University of Southern California (D.M.A., 1976)
Occupation(s)Musician, composer
Musical career
Genres
  • Classical
  • film score
  • rock and roll
  • jazz
  • pop
InstrumentTuba
Years active1965–present

James Martin Self (born August 20, 1943) is an American tubist and composer from Los Angeles. Self has performed extensively in Los Angeles and internationally as a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral tubist, and, most notably, as a studio musician in the Los Angeles movie studios having appeared on over 1500 soundtracks. He is also known for his association with the Pasadena Symphony, the Pacific Symphony, the Los Angeles Opera and the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra.