Yuriy Galkin’s latest album …For Its Beauty Alonehas been turning heads since its release last year, getting warm accolades in All About Jazz, Jazz Weekly, and several other publications. On today’s episode, we chat with Yuriy about growing up in Russia, moving to the United Kingdom, and his eventual relocation to the New York City… Continue reading 664: Yuriy Galkin on Russia, composition, and adventure
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663: Sasha Witteveen on building a bass career
Sasha Witteveen caught my attention with her wonderful recent rendition of Paganini’s Moses Fantasy. At age 16, she has established herself as a rising start in the world of classical music. We talk about her background in music, discovering the bass, what it’s like balancing her studies with her musical aspirations, how groups like the… Continue reading 663: Sasha Witteveen on building a bass career
662: Steve Reeves on principal bass roles
After 30 years as Principal Bass of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Steve Reeves decided to retire and move on to other projects. This happened to coincide with my trip to Australia for Rob Nairn’s Melbourne Bass Day, and I had the chance to meet up with Steve over coffee and chat about his career, why… Continue reading 662: Steve Reeves on principal bass roles
661: Kirsty McCahon on a life in music
It was such a pleasure to meet and spend time with Kirsty McCahon during my trip to Australia in late 2019. Kirsty has worn many hats as a musician over the years, from holding the position of Principal Bass with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra for 20 years to her current roles as Principal Bass with… Continue reading 661: Kirsty McCahon on a life in music
660: Maxime Bibeau on Gasparo de Salo basses
I had a wonderful time meeting and spending time with Australian Chamber Orchestra principal bassist Maxime Bibeau during my trip to Australia in late 2019. Max has had a fascinating career path, and he plays with a power and subtlety that is truly remarkable. We talk about his path from Quebec to Australia, what it’s… Continue reading 660: Maxime Bibeau on Gasparo de Salo basses