681: Gary Karr and his Influence

Today’s episode features the following past podcast guests on the topic of Gary Karr and his influence: David Murray – Butler University Derek Jones –  bassist for Cirque du Soleil’s show KÀ Diana Gannett – University of Michigan professor emeritus Gary Karr – the man himself! Hector Tirado – Puerto Rican bassist Lawrence Hurst –… Continue reading 681: Gary Karr and his Influence

553: Musicality vs Technique

Today’s episode features the following past podcast guests on the role of musicality and technique: Mark Dresser – University of San Diego David Murray – Butler University Michael Klinghoffer – Conservatory Orchestra at JAMD Todd Coolman – Indiana University Miles Mosley – jazz artist Listen to more “best of” episodes at contrabassconversations.com/highlights. Listen to Contrabass Conversations… Continue reading 553: Musicality vs Technique

191: David Murray on the Karr sound, bow technique, and the spirit of Koussevitzky

Today’s episode features double bassist David Murray. David is on faculty at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana, and has been on the board of the International Society of Bassists for past two decades. The former winner of the ISB solo competition, David is known around the world as a soloist and clinician. He is also… Continue reading 191: David Murray on the Karr sound, bow technique, and the spirit of Koussevitzky