I am thrilled to feature Ron Carter today on the podcast. If is one bassist in the world that truly needs no introduction, it’s Ron. Ron recently received the Guinness World Record title for most recorded jazz bassist in history, with well over 2200 recording credits to his name. From his work with the Miles… Continue reading 188: Ron Carter on technical development, an orchestral foundation, and developing the next generation of music lovers
Year: 2016
187: Chris Threlkeld-Wiegand on working at Robertson’s, building extensions, and aesthetic wood choices
Friday’s episode features another interview from the archives with bass maker Chris Threlkeld-Wiegand, who owns and operates the Heartland String Bass Shop. Chris makes beautiful basses and extensions—I actually have one of Chris’ extensions on my main bass. Chris’ basses are played in major orchestras throughout the United States and are beautiful instruments with great sound. About… Continue reading 187: Chris Threlkeld-Wiegand on working at Robertson’s, building extensions, and aesthetic wood choices
186: Barrie Kolstein on making rosin, lessons learned from his father, and bass trunk technology
John Grillo and I recorded this interview with Barrie Kolstein back in 2008, and it has proven to be a very popular episode in the catalog. Barrie runs the Kolstein shop Long Island, and his instruments have been utilized by Jeff Turner of the Pittsburgh Symphony, James Van Demark of the Eastman School of Music,… Continue reading 186: Barrie Kolstein on making rosin, lessons learned from his father, and bass trunk technology
185: George Martin on challenging restorations, the art of varnishing, and riding horses in the English countryside
We are featuring George Martin from Thomas and George Martin Violin Makers. Their shop has been making basses for over 30 years, and they have a wealth of knowledge about the instrument-making and restoration process. George and I dig into these details, talking about some of his most challenging restorations and what goes into making… Continue reading 185: George Martin on challenging restorations, the art of varnishing, and riding horses in the English countryside
184: Nick Lloyd on the craft of bass making, building flat backs, and traveling to Pakistan
Nick Lloyd has become one of the top double bass makers in the country over the years, with award-winning basses being played worldwide, including talents as diverse as New York Philharmonic principal bassist Tim Cobb and YouTube sensation Adam Ben Ezra. We talk about Nick’s early years learning the bass, apprenticing with various makers and… Continue reading 184: Nick Lloyd on the craft of bass making, building flat backs, and traveling to Pakistan