6 Brain Benefits to Playing the Upright Bass

6 Brain Benefits to Playing the Upright Bass

For a lot of people, the image of a talented virtuoso conjures up images of pianist in a concert hall, or an expert violinist. However, the double bass is a beautiful and necessary instrument that forms the backbone of any serious orchestra; and a number of emerging...
The Galicia Graves Double Bass Festival and Competition is amazing

The Galicia Graves Double Bass Festival and Competition is amazing

I’ve been following along with Simón García’s Galicia Graves Double Bass Festival and Competition for many years, and it was a real pleasure to join Simón and the rest of the 2019 event faculty for a great week of teaching and performing in Spain. About the...
The 2019 Chicago Bass Festival – Inspiration and Connection

The 2019 Chicago Bass Festival – Inspiration and Connection

I’ve been involved with the Chicago Bass Festival since its inception back in 2009. Though I moved to San Francisco in 2016, I’ve had the good fortune to be able to come back to the area each year since then and stay involved in this festival. Midwest Young Artists...

Jazz Resources – Where to Start

The following resources will help you in your jazz bass journey! Recommended books for developing walking bass lines The Low Down: A Guide to Creating Supportive Jazz Bass Lines by Danny ZiemannThe Low Down Book 2: A Supplemental Resource of Jazz Bass Lines by Danny...