Mystery Rosin – what is this stuff?

Contrabass Conversations listener and double bassist Greg Sowell wrote in recently with a very interesting dilemma, wondering if he has stumbled across a very old cake of Oak Bass Rosin. He writes: I love the show. Its an excellent source for all us Bass Geeks out...

Exciting new developments for the fall

As I pack my bags and put the finishing touches on the next two week’s podcast episodes, I’d like to take a moment and let people know about several new projects we’re cooking up for the fall here on the blog and for the Contrabass Conversations...

This Crazy Business Part 3 – Music is Addictive

No matter how many years I’ve done it, I still get a thrill after coming home from a concert, my body temperature elevated from the music and the excitement of the moment. The sound of an audience clapping and cheering is always a great way to end a night, and this...

New! – Search the podcast

I just installed a very cool new feature just underneath the podcast interface. The EveryZing widget allows you to search all podcast episodes for search terms. This service is a speech-to-test transcription and search service which works incredibly well, and since...

Why I’m a jazz player

When I go to work, I generally leave my bow at home. When it’s time to make the low notes, I don’t bring rosin, a music stand, a music folder or pencils either. I am always the only bass player on the gig – it’s a beautiful thing. Let me say it straight...