Kiyoe Kaimana Delphine Wellington is on an inspiring journey through the music world. After picking up the violin at an early age, Kiyoe switched to bass at age six and began daily lessons on the instrument with her renowned grandfather George Wellington. Kiyoe was a part of the Hawaii Contrabass Festival as she grew up,… Continue reading 588: Kiyoe Wellington on forging your own path
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587: Utah Symposium for Double Bass
Ranaan Meyer is launching a new camp called the Utah Symposium for Double Bass. It will be taking place in Salt Lake City at the University of Utah June 7-9, and it’s open for registration for anyone ages 12 and up. This new event is a full scholarship, immersive program which provides participants… Continue reading 587: Utah Symposium for Double Bass
586: Phoebe Russell on her musical journey
It is such a pleasure to have Phoebe Russell on the podcast! Phoebe joined the Queensland Symphony Orchestra in 2017 as Principal Bass after graduating from the Berlin Philharmonic’s Karajan Academy. Phoebe is originally from Melbourne, Australia. She has worked with a remarkable number of professional orchestras across the globe, including the Berlin Philharmonic, Bavarian… Continue reading 586: Phoebe Russell on her musical journey
585: Charles Winters of Miami String
Miami String is a string shop with a unique business setup. Located in metro Miami and founded by Charles Winters, this shop recently added Dale Cockrum as a full-time master luthier. We chat with Charles, his wife and business partner Katrina, and Dale about the string business in Miami, unique challenges facing double basses… Continue reading 585: Charles Winters of Miami String
584: Pablo Aslan on recording projects
Pablo Aslan recently released Contrabajo, Works for Bass and String Quartet. This is Pablo’s first “bass up front” release, and it’s a musical tour-de-force. Highly recommended listening! We talk about the new album, Pablo’s musical explorations in the electronic music world, staying current with business trends in the music industry, progressing as an instrumentalist, and… Continue reading 584: Pablo Aslan on recording projects