Category: Audition-related Episodes

Episodes covering tactics, tips, and techniques for audition preparation.

474: Dan Carson on auditioning and taking a leap

Dan Carson is the latest member of the Lyric Opera of Chicago’s bass section.  I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Dan for over a decade.  He grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and worked with Andy Anderson and a few other teachers (including me!) during high school. Dan attended Indiana University and won principal… Continue reading 474: Dan Carson on auditioning and taking a leap

459: Music School Auditions – Advice from the pros

This episode is one of those astoundingly complex projects that I love digging into!  We’re featuring questions from double bass student Baylee Brown, which are answered by 27 noted double bass faculty members.  This idea was suggested by University of Texas at Arlington bass faculty member Jack Unzicker, who help design and execute this project.

431: Karl Fenner on audition experiences and continual development

Contact the show: call (415) 952-5643 (Google Voicemail) or email feedback@contrabassconversations.com  Today’s conversation with Atlanta Symphony bassist Karl Fenner is a deep-dive into auditioning, progress, long-term planning, and persevering through adversity.  There’s a ton of advice that you can use to help with your preparation for any upcoming performance, audition, or high-stakes event!

429: Susan Wulff on dance, auditioning, and progress

Contact the show: call (415) 952-5643 (Google Voicemail) or email feedback@contrabassconversations.com  I had a great time chatting with Susan Wulff for the podcast! Susan is Associate Principal Bass of the San Diego Symphony and is a longtime friend of mine.  She is an active Contemporary and Hip Hop dancer and loves to build things as well.