Bass blog contributor Benjy sent me a link to this hilarious conductor sketch from Comedy Shuffle on BBC. The “conductor’s” mannerisms perfectly capture those of so many U.K. conductors I’ve worked with. What a great idea for a sketch! [From...
Atlanta Symphony bassist Doug Sommer sent me a couple of videos featuring his student Xavier Foley, who took 1st Place for the 14 and under division of the 2009 International Society of Bassists Solo Competition. What a player! Both of these videos feature Xavier...
From the February 22, 2009 Chicago Early Music Consort Performance of ‘Per Amore – Music of Love from the Italian Seicento.’ Audio Recording by Free Chin, Choice Media Design, Chicago, IL. For more information about the Chicago early Music Consort, visit...
I’m a big fan of the ButtCradle–a stool cover for bassists that will make practicing and gigging a much more pleasant experience. I even recorded a demo of how the ButtCradle works realier this year. Ashley Eidbo (creator of the ButtCradle) was at the 2009...
Today, we’re featuring a live recording (accessible through the player above) of National Symphony bassist Ira Gold performing the Vanhal Concerto with the Eclipse Chamber Orchestra. Ira has also been an interview guest on the podcast–check out his...
