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Contrabass Conversations

Contrabass Conversations

double bass podcast

1028: Jacob Warren on his Debussy Cello Sonata transcription

Jacob Warren has just released his transcription of the Debussy Cello Sonata, which was the main piece on his competition-winning program at the 2023 International Society of Bassists Convention.  This transcription is a notable new addition to the double bass repertoire and a great opportunity to explore the music of this great composer.

We talk about the history of this piece as well as the challenges and solutions for mapping this piece out on the bass.  We also listen to several selections of Jacob’s new recording of this work and break down the specifics of these sections.

Jacob’s transcription is available in our store here.

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https://traffic.libsyn.com/contrabassconversations/Jacob_Warren_Debussy_mixdown.mp3

CBC 33: Guy Tuneh interview 2 and Brian Bromberg music

This week’s Contrabass Conversations episode features the second half of our interview with double bassist Guy Tuneh, conducted over a distance of thousands of miles. It was a real pleasure to get to sit down and chat with Guy–he’s a warm, intelligent, and passionate individual, and these traits come through in his speaking just like they do in his bass playing. You can visit him online at www.guytuneh.com. You will also get a chance to hear the great jazz bassist Brian Bromberg perform and hear some bass playing from L.A. bassist Nam Chi Vu. Enjoy!

 

http://traffic.libsyn.com/contrabassconversations/CBC_33.mp3

CBC 30: Guy Tuneh interview

This week’s Contrabass Conversations episode features an interview with double bassist Guy Tuneh, conducted over a distance of thousands of miles. It was a real pleasure to get to sit down and chat with Guy–he’s a warm, intelligent, and passionate individual, and these traits come through in his speaking just like they do in his bass playing. You can visit him online at www.guytuneh.com. You will also get a chance to hear the great jazz bassist Lonnie Plaxico perform two tunes on this episode, and you can check out Lonnie at www.lonnieplaxico.com. Enjoy!

http://traffic.libsyn.com/contrabassconversations/CBC_30.mp3

Peter Lawson Recital Showcase

This is a Contrabass Conversations special episode featuring a complete recital performance by Civic Orchestra of Chicago double bassist Peter Lawson. If you’d like to get in touch with Pete, you can always e-mail him at ptklawson@gmail.com. Enjoy!

http://traffic.libsyn.com/contrabassconversations/Peter_Lawson_Recital_Showcase.mp3

Phillip Serna Recital Showcase 1

This is a special Contrabass Conversations bonus episode featuring a full-length recital from double bassist Phillip Serna. Phillip was our guest on episodes 5 and 8, and it is a pleasure to present this recital to listeners. Enjoy!

http://traffic.libsyn.com/contrabassconversations/CBC_17A_-_Serna_Recital_Showcase_1.mp3
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