Rodrigo Mata is an extremely creative upcoming double bassist, composer, and band leader from Guanajuato, Mexico. He has an amazing passion for the double bass community that everyone should keep an eye out for. Life Overseas Recently, Jason Heath had the wonderful...
For classical musicians, learning how to audition effectively is critical. So much is riding on the line when you take an audition. You’ve spent months preparing the music. You’ve booked a flight and hotel, turned down gigs. You’ve invested an incredible amount of...
If you’re in the Bay Area, I truly hope that you check out Golden Gate Bass Camp packed with great artists like Rufus Reid, DaXun Zhang, Diana Gannett, Paul DeNola, Scott Pingel, Jason Heath, Andrés Martín, John Kennedy, Dan Robbins, Kai Eckhardt, Charles...
The Oregon Symphony recently held an audition for Assistant Principal Bass. The Principal Bassist, Colin Corner wrote some words about the audition winner Braizahn Jones. They are inspiring and effective in describing what one might be listening for in an audition....
This guest post comes from Atlanta Symphony bassist, Emory University faculty member, and composer Michael Kurth. Check out Michael’s blog here! Audition Summary – Sept. 2017 Atlanta Symphony Double Bass Auditions Auditions were held Sept. 10-12 for...
