Oytun Ersan

Oytun Ersan is a Turkish Cypriot bassist, composer and recording artist best known for his soulful grooves, technique and melodic Jazz Fusion compositions. Currently referred to as ''the rising star of the bass community'', Oytun is among the Featured artists of Fodera Guitars and an official artist endorser for some top profile companies such as Aguilar Amplification, GruvGear and Elixir Strings.

At the early age of 15, Oytun joined the International Nicosia Municipality Orchestra as a saxophone and bass player where he is still working for the last 20+ years. He holds a Bachelors degree in Music and an MA in special education. Oytun’s passion for music also lead him to attended an Instrumental Conducting Course Masterclass run by the world famous conductor Prof. Peter Start from the Royal College of Music in July 2014.

Oytun has performed and collaborated with a range of acclaimed artists including trombonist Wycliffe Gordon, trumpeter Rex Richardson, Nigerian singer/songwriter Ola Onabule, drummer Louie Palmer, keyboard player Mitch Forman, Saxophonist Bob Franceschini, Brandon Fields and many others. He released his second Jazz Fusion album Fusiolicious in April 2018. The album, which has been a great success, is produced by the legendary bassist Ric Fierabracci and features some of the most influential Jazz musicians of our century such as Dave Weckl, Eric Marienthal, Gary Husband, Gerry Etkins, Dean Brown, Brett Garsed, Okan Ersan, Mike Miller and Karen Briggs. Oytun currently resides in Cyprus island and travels internationally for festivals, gigs and exhibitions.