We’re reconnecting with Stephanie Patterson today. Stephanie specializes in teaching adult learners and was featured on the podcast in 2019, and we dig into what she has learned about teaching adults over the past few years. We dig into pandemic teaching, lessons, learned through teaching many adults, and much more. If this resonates with you… Continue reading 842: Stephanie Patterson revisits adult learning
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841: Marc Johnson on solo bass
Marc Johnson recently released Overpass, his first solo double bass album. We talk about the process behind putting this album together, Marc’s path through the music world, reflections on his time with Bill Evans, his longtime collaboration with Eliane Elias, and much more. Enjoy, and be sure to check out Overpass on the ECM website,… Continue reading 841: Marc Johnson on solo bass
840: Micah Howard on the Carnegie Mellon University bass program
Micah Howard teaches at Carnegie Mellon University, which is one of the nation’s leading programs for double bass study. CMU has recently come on board as a podcast sponsor, and Micah chats about the benefits of the program and what it’s like studying at CMU in this sponsored episode. Enjoy, and you can click here to… Continue reading 840: Micah Howard on the Carnegie Mellon University bass program
839: Study with Valentina Ciardelli!
Valentina Ciardelli is now teaching at the London Performing Academy of Music and is accepting applications through the end of September, including scholarship opportunities. You can visit this link to apply and learn more through this PDF. This is a great opportunity to study with one of the most innovative bassists active today. Check… Continue reading 839: Study with Valentina Ciardelli!
838: Michael Bates and his jazz journey
Canadian-born bassist and composer Michael Bates has had a multifaceted career in the jazz world. Michael and I connected in person during the 2021 Wabass Institute, and it was great to spend some time digging into his musical path in this follow-up interview. We talk about what the pandemic has been like for Michael, his… Continue reading 838: Michael Bates and his jazz journey