Bel Cantos versus Permanents – my opinion

A reader recently wrote in inquiring about my feelings on Thomastik Bel Canto strings and how they compare to Pirastro Permanents (my string of choice for many years). Here’s my response: Hi __________, Thanks for the message, and thanks for checking out the...

PBDB: Jason Heath Kudos, Summer Edition

Hello all from PBDB – I don’t want Jason to fell embarrassed, so instead of cross posting I’ll just offer you a link to my recent post honoring Mr. Heath’s summer blogging…. Here’s to a great start to Fall for DBB readers! –...

Profile: University of Maryland bass faculty

The University of Maryland has really become a compelling institution for double bass study in recent years, and having bass teachers Richard Barber (National Symphony Orchestra member) and Anthony Manzo (former Phoenix Symphony and current member of New Century...

Dumpster Diving, Klezmer Style

Wondering what I mean with the title to this post? Then check out this video of double bassist Dean Ferrell performing a klezmer song about (I’m serious) dumpster diving on a Prescott church bass at the 2009 International Society of Bassists Convention. Also, be...