John Arpin

John Francis Oscar Arpin (3 December 1936 – 8 November 2007) was a Canadian composer, recording artist and entertainer, best known for his work as a virtuoso ragtime pianist.

Born in Port McNicoll, Ontario Arpin studied piano at The Royal Conservatory of Music, earning his ARCT diploma in 1953. He also studied at the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto.

Arpin performed frequently and toured widely during his musical career, which spanned more than four decades. He continued to perform until shortly before his death. He died of cancer on 8 November 2007 in Toronto, Ontario.

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