In this special episode, Jason Heath shares three personal memories of the legendary double bassist Gary Karr, who passed away this summer. Gary Karr was widely regarded as the world’s leading solo bassist who elevated the double bass as a solo instrument during his illustrious career. Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered… Continue reading 1108: Remembering Gary Karr
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799: Mary Rannie on writing Life on the G String
Mary Rannie is the principal double bass of the Victoria Symphony in British Columbia, Canada, the double bassist in the Galiano Ensemble, and former bass instructor at the University of Victoria. She is also the author of Gary Karr: Life on the G String, which chronicles the remarkable career of one of the most influential… Continue reading 799: Mary Rannie on writing Life on the G String
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
551: Gary Karr new course!
I had the chance to chat recently with Denis Chang, who has produced a new four-part double bass course featuring Gary Karr! This course rocks. I’ve been using it for my own playing and with my students with great results. Here are links and details: In The Style Of Gary Karr, Vol.1 Lessons Warm-up Exercise… Continue reading 551: Gary Karr new course!
458: Gary Karr home
Gary Karr… I mean, what can I say? He’s the reason that I play bass. That so many people play the bass. He’s truly one of a kind, and he’s not slowing down anytime soon! When International Society of Bassists General Manager Madeleine Crouch heard that I would be the guest artist for the 2018… Continue reading 458: Gary Karr home