Leon Bosch is a remarkable figure in the world of the double bass. From his early years growing up in South Africa to his long tenure with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields and his proliferation of solo projects, Leon has approached each challenge with a focus and determination that are incredibly inspiring. This… Continue reading 213: Leon Bosch – the Sherlock Holmes of the double bass
Year: 2016
212: Real Men Don’t Rehearse with Justin Locke (from the archives)
Today’s episode features an entertaining couple of conversations that I had a few years ago with bassist, author, speaker, and playwright Justin Locke. These have been some of our all-time most popular and commented upon episodes, and bringing them back into the spotlight seemed like a good idea. Justin has written several books, including: Real… Continue reading 212: Real Men Don’t Rehearse with Justin Locke (from the archives)
211: Madeleine Crouch on managing the ISB, organizing conventions, and innovating online
Today’s episode features Madeleine Crouch, who has served as general manager of the International Society of Bassists for the past 25 years. Madeleine and I talk about her musical background, the value of a liberal arts education, the growth of the ISB over the years, and new developments for the organization like the ISB/George Vance Online Research Library, Online Journal of Bass… Continue reading 211: Madeleine Crouch on managing the ISB, organizing conventions, and innovating online
210: Jeremy Attanaseo plays the Prokofiev Quintet
I’m thrilled to present this complete performance of the Prokofiev Quintet featuring DePaul University faculty member Jeremy Attanaseo on double bass. This performance was broadcast live in February on the radio in Chicago with the International Chamber Artists. I’ve known Jeremy for years—we both play in the Elgin Symphony and used to play in… Continue reading 210: Jeremy Attanaseo plays the Prokofiev Quintet
209: Joe Conyers on Curtis, being yourself, and musical entrepreneurship
I’m thrilled to bring you this episode featuring Joe Conyers. Joe is the assistant principal bass for the Philadelphia Orchestra and is the founder of Project 440, a nonprofit organization that brings music to young people in Philadelphia. We’re joined on this episode by John Grillo, my longtime podcast collaborator. John and I talk with… Continue reading 209: Joe Conyers on Curtis, being yourself, and musical entrepreneurship