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… Continue reading 247: Danny Ziemann on Jazz Bass Lines
Category: Jazz Bassists
243: Pablo Aslan on tango bass life
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! Subscribe to the podcast to… Continue reading 243: Pablo Aslan on tango bass life
228: David White on Broadway, New York City, and Networking
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… Continue reading 228: David White on Broadway, New York City, and Networking
223: Katie Ernst on Singing, Jazz Bass, and Creativity
Today’s episode features jazz bassist and vocalist Katie Ernst. Katie was recently featured in the Chicago Reader, and Jason Moran describes her as “a great bassist, composer, and lyricist, she has an uncanny ability to mix traditions… following her voice is like reading a great novel.” She is one of Chicago’s most active young bassists, with two… Continue reading 223: Katie Ernst on Singing, Jazz Bass, and Creativity
216: Todd Coolman on jazz bass lines, recording projects, and classical foundations
Today’s podcast features an interview with Todd Coolman, who has just released his latest album Collectibles. Todd is actually playing a CD release event tonight at Smoke Jazz Club in New York City to celebrate the release of the album, which also features Bill Cunliffe on piano and Dennis Mackrel on drums. This is the second time… Continue reading 216: Todd Coolman on jazz bass lines, recording projects, and classical foundations