Our teachers shape us more than we realize. Having the right teacher is critical for achieving our goals. Sandor Ostlund has had a staggering set of quality teachers throughout his life journey. First, he studied with Hans Sturm. Then he worked with Richard Davis. From there, he found his way to Paris to study with… Continue reading 257: Sandor Ostlund on musical influences, practicing, and career possibilities
Year: 2016
256: Shinji Eshima on pit experiences, David Walter, and composing for the ballet
Most musicians don’t have a day dedicated to them in their hometown. Shinji Eshima does. In 2011, the city of Berkeley, California named the day December 6th Shinji Eshima Day, in his honor for his contributions to the arts. Even fewer musicians play an instrument featured in a Degas painting. But Shinji Eshima does. His… Continue reading 256: Shinji Eshima on pit experiences, David Walter, and composing for the ballet
255: Frank Proto on jazz influences, bebop violin, and deadlines
Jazz is Frank Proto’s native language. Growing up in Brooklyn, Frank spent his days studying with Fred Zimmermann and his nights hanging out at Birdland. I love hearing Frank describe what it was like studying with Fred. In fact, Frank’s lesson slot was right after Charles Mingus. Talk about being a part of jazz history!… Continue reading 255: Frank Proto on jazz influences, bebop violin, and deadlines
254: Craig Butterfield on careers, ProTools, and American roots music
Craig Butterfield loved Edgar Meyer’s bass playing ever since discovering it. Lately, he has been following in Edger’s footsteps. Performing American roots music with mandolinist Jesse Jones is now a key creative outlet. Craig also teaches at the University of South Carolina. He shows young bassists how to hone their technique to explore creative new paths.… Continue reading 254: Craig Butterfield on careers, ProTools, and American roots music
253: Corey Brown on No Treble, Jaco Pastorius, and the opportunity of being first
Corey Brown started out on the “traditional” music school path. Starting out at the University of North Texas, Corey left and became a graphic designer. He began developing on the web in the early 1990s. Fast forward a few years, and he created Squidoo with bestselling author Seth Godin. Squidoo became one of the most-visited… Continue reading 253: Corey Brown on No Treble, Jaco Pastorius, and the opportunity of being first