Great site/Podcast - The Basscast
Check out this website if you’re interested in orchestral performance. The principal bass of the Tenerife Orchestra does a really good podcast, and this is the place to get it. His most recent episode has in-depth descriptions of how to execute many of the standard orchestral excerpts.
The Best Extension Ever
Chris Threlkeld-Wiegand recently put a low-B extension on my bass, and it is by far the nicest extension work I’ve seen. He’s located in Iowa City, and makes basses as well as extenions. Check out the Heartland String Bass Shop for more details.
Edgar Meyer Masterclass at UW-Milwaukee
Come check out Edgar Meyer!
Thursday January 26 at UW Milwaukee 400pm at the Peck School of Arts Recital Hall. 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd (no fee) He is also performing with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra on the 27 and 28 with tickets starting under $20
Suggest a story for the Bass Blog
I am always on the lookout for new bass blog stories and greatly appreciate any ideas, photos, MP3s, reflections, recollections, or gig tales from readers. Just drop me an e-mail (jsh177@yahoo.com) or leave a comment on this or any post on the blog. I’ll incorporate your story and give you credit.
UWW Student Recital February 25
Come check out Bridget Briski, Anna Roberts, and Kendra Steube in a bass recital on February 25th at Light Recital Hall on the UWW Campus.
Check out this website. It is all about how the bow works, and it is based on image capture frome Rabbath’s bow arm. Fascinating and very informative: www.artofthebow.com
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Bassfest participants and clinicians in action
More Bassfest action shots. UWW students assist the main clinicians, direct people to sessions, and even design and run some sessions themselves. The Bassfest is set up as a mini convention. There are four or five sessions going on every hour covering a wide range of topics, from funk playing [...]
Information about Bassfest 2006 clinicians
Peter Tambroni is a fantastic musician, educator, and double bassist. His contributions to Bassfest 2005 were really outstanding, and I am pleased to have him back for this year’s activities. Peter will be working in both classical and jazz styles and will perofrm on the Finale Recital. Check out more about Peter [...]
Bassfest 2006 on February 11th
Bassfest 2006 is only five weeks away! Featured Clinicians:
Greg SarchetAlan SteinerJason HeathPeter TambroniRob JunceauNic Buendia
Sign up now at the UWW Continuing Education Department.
