Learn with us! Artists include Brian Bromberg, Barry Bales, Katie Thiroux, Chris Wood, Marc Johnson, Avishai Cohen, Joel Quarrington, Russell Hall, John Goldsby
We are thrilled to announce that our latest Masterclass artist is none other than the legend of the bass world, @B2Bass. Known for his virtuosic technique, classy accompaniment & lyrical melodicism, Brian has done it all.
https://t.co/CCCIZAy7wg
Our 4-hour video course, Integral Technique by Marcos Machado is a comprehensive study of left-hand technique with numerous examples of orchestral & solo repertoire. If you're looking to play with total freedom to express your musical ideas, check it out.
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HOW will MY Double BASS sound in a Parking Garage?🅿️
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I have often wondered, How will my Double BASS sound in a parking Garage?🤔
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To be continued…
#doublebass#sound#garage#thinking#bassist
“La Fiesta” by the late great Chick Corea! Ursa Major is back on tour this Saturday May 23 - June 7. Get tickets: https://t.co/tuttqk2ErJ
5.23 | Atlanta, GA - Atlanta Jazz Festival
5.26 | Portland, OR - Patricia Reser Center for the Arts
5.27 | Vancouver, BC - The Centre for Performing Arts
5.28 | Langley, WA - Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
6.5 | Detroit, MI - Detroit Symphony Orchestra
6.6 | Chicago, IL - Garcia's Chicago
6.7 | Princeton, NJ - McCarter Theatre Center
It's always fun to check out the basses of the masters. �� The great Jorge Roeder has an awesome bass which he really makes sing!
https://t.co/iZiN45c4cf
In our interview with the monster jazz bassist Phil Donkin, we cover a lot of ground, including his approach to transcription and playing fast tempos. You will also love his stunning solo performance of Autumn Leaves. https://t.co/ZfQGGFyKu6
Orchestra Chops by the renowned bassist and educator, Joseph Conyers, is a wonderful series of lessons that teaches the techniques required to master orchestral excerpts & shine at your next performance or audition. https://t.co/8Suyws0FM8
Mr. Milt Hinton would have turned 114 years old today. Here is one of my favorite pictures of us, taken on a lovely summer day in 1998 with Buster Williams, Christian McBride, Milt Hinton and Yours Truly.
#planetelegance#roncarter#milthinton#busterwilliams#christianmcbride
Happy Mother’s Day, everyone… Today I honor my mother, Willie May Carter. She was 96 years old at the time of this photo, so I still have some catching up to do ;)
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📸: Dan Ouellette
Great memories of our interview with bassist, singer, and composer Daniel Kimbro, who joined us earlier this year to share his story. He also performed his original song, Mike Collins, which was a real treat.
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If you're a fan of getting funky on the upright bass, check out our two courses by the great Chris Minh Doky. He covers bass lines and solos and is joined by a live band. Learn more and watch a free sample lesson at https://t.co/iyJBxwo66Z
More 📸 sent to me from the good people of New Orleans.
It was on and poppin’ in New Orleans! Great time! 🎵🎭
1. L to R - Nicholas Payton; Herlin Riley; Jon Batiste; Reginald Veal; Jason Marsalis
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📸~ Snug Harbor, New Orleans 04/27/2026
I can assure you, the future of the Double BASS is in good hands.
L to R Amina Scott, Russell Hall
*Double BASS emoji?*
April 22nd is a very special day for the jazz bass community as we celebrate the birthdays of two legendary artists, Charles Mingus (April 22, 1922 – January 5, 1979) and Paul Chambers (April 22, 1935 – January 4, 1969). 🥳🥳🥳