Contrabass Conversations

Contrabass Conversations

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247: Danny Ziemann on Jazz Bass Lines

Danny Ziemann

Photo by Nadine Sherman

Danny Ziemann couldn’t find a book on bass lines that worked for him.

So he created The Low Down.

Now he’s released his second volume, and he’s looking to expand way beyond that.

Danny is committed to teaching the fundamentals in a clear, step-by-step process. It’s a fresh approach to jazz bass pedagogy from the mind of a committed music educator.

Learn more about this dynamic young musician in this interview!

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Links to check out:

Danny’s website

The Low Down Vol. 1 and 2

243: Pablo Aslan on tango bass life

Pablo Aslan

Pablo Aslan breaks bow hairs.

A lot of bow hairs.

In fact, he rivals the guys in the Met for most-frequent rehair at his NYC bow shop.

He also makes killer bass lines. He’s truly the Ray Brown of marcato tango bass lines.

Learn how he does it in this interview!

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Resources we covered in this interview:

Pablo’s website

AvantangoMedia (Pablo’s YouTube channel)

Piazzolla in Brooklyn (album)

Tango Grill (album)

 

228: David White on Broadway, New York City, and Networking

David White performs on upright and electric bass in musical theatre

David White performs on upright and electric bass in musical theatre

Today’s episode features David White, who works as an upright and electric bassist in the world of musical theatre.  David is based in New York City and is currently on tour with the Bridges of Madison County.  We talk about his time at the Berklee College of Music and working as a bassist for Royal Caribbean, moving to New York City and getting involved with the theatre scene, a week in the life of a theatre musician, developing networking skills, and much more.  Enjoy!

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