Born into a musical family, Adam Simmons is one of Australia's most versatile musicians. A multi-instrumentalist, he has developed a uniquely virtuosic and engaging style across saxophone, flute, clarinet, shakuhachi and even toys! Bandleader of the Adam Simmons Quartet, Toy Band and Creative Music Ensemble as well as performing solo, Simmons has released 5 independent CDs and a DVD in addition to numerous collaborative recordings. In 2004 he received a Special Award of Excellence from the Freedman Fellowship program, facilitating time for study and work in New York, Germany and Poland.