In this episode, New York Philharmonic principal bassist Tim Cobb discusses his journey from growing up in Albany with a musically gifted family to his renowned career in the New York Philharmonic. Tim shares anecdotes about his father’s influence, his early experiences in Albany’s vibrant music scene, and his tenure at the Metropolitan Opera. He… Continue reading 1071: Tim Cobb on the path to becoming New York Philharmonic Principal Bassist
Author: Trevor Jones
1070: The Story Behind ‘Lost Beauty’ – Szymon Marciniak on Recording, Repertoire, and Gut Strings
In this episode, I chat with Szymon Marciniak about his newly released album ‘Lost Beauty: Music for Double-Bass by František Hertl and Contemporaries.’ Szymon shares the recording process, the repertoire’s significance, and his experience using gut strings. We discuss the challenges and inspirations behind the project, including the role of early 20th-century performance practices. The… Continue reading 1070: The Story Behind ‘Lost Beauty’ – Szymon Marciniak on Recording, Repertoire, and Gut Strings
1069: Exploring Music and Innovation with Petru Iuga
In this conversation, Petru Iuga, a renowned Romanian double bassist, discusses his experiences during the pandemic, his contributions to the ToneBase platform, and the development of the ErgoBass, a product designed to enhance bass playing ergonomics. He reflects on his musical journey, incorporating elements of martial arts into his musical practice, and the impact of… Continue reading 1069: Exploring Music and Innovation with Petru Iuga
1068: Mastering Double Bass and Digital Presence with Emilse Rios
In this episode, Emilse Rios recounts her journey from studying music at the José Luis Paz Music Conservatory in Venezuela to balancing her academic pursuits in sociology at La Universidad del Zulia. Emilse talks about the challenges and cultural richness of moving to Buenos Aires, her experiences as one of the few female double bass… Continue reading 1068: Mastering Double Bass and Digital Presence with Emilse Rios
1067: Jazz Bass 101 with Matt Rybicki
In this episode, the conversation explores the development and launch of Matt Rybicki‘s new online jazz bass course, JAZZ BASS 101, which aims to deepen participants’ understanding of fundamental jazz concepts through innovative teaching methods. Rybicki shares the inspiration behind the course, stemming from his 26 years in New York City and his experience in… Continue reading 1067: Jazz Bass 101 with Matt Rybicki