In this conversation, Petru Iuga, a renowned Romanian double bassist, discusses his experiences during the pandemic, his contributions to the ToneBase platform, and the development of the ErgoBass, a product designed to enhance bass playing ergonomics. He reflects on his musical journey, incorporating elements of martial arts into his musical practice, and the impact of… Continue reading 1069: Exploring Music and Innovation with Petru Iuga
Category: Podcast
1068: Mastering Double Bass and Digital Presence with Emilse Rios
In this episode, Emilse Rios recounts her journey from studying music at the José Luis Paz Music Conservatory in Venezuela to balancing her academic pursuits in sociology at La Universidad del Zulia. Emilse talks about the challenges and cultural richness of moving to Buenos Aires, her experiences as one of the few female double bass… Continue reading 1068: Mastering Double Bass and Digital Presence with Emilse Rios
1067: Jazz Bass 101 with Matt Rybicki
In this episode, the conversation explores the development and launch of Matt Rybicki‘s new online jazz bass course, JAZZ BASS 101, which aims to deepen participants’ understanding of fundamental jazz concepts through innovative teaching methods. Rybicki shares the inspiration behind the course, stemming from his 26 years in New York City and his experience in… Continue reading 1067: Jazz Bass 101 with Matt Rybicki
1066: Brian Powell on Stravinsky for the double bass
Today’s episode features Brian Powell, double bass faculty at the Frost School of Music, discussing his recently released album, ‘Suite Italienne Double Bass and Piano.‘ This album marks the first full arrangement and recording of Igor Stravinsky’s Suite Italienne for double bass and piano, approved by Stravinsky’s estate and published by Boosey & Hawkes. It… Continue reading 1066: Brian Powell on Stravinsky for the double bass
1065: From Choral Singing to Bass Fiddler – Nate Sabat’s Musical Journey
In this conversation, Nate Sabat, a bassist, singer-songwriter, and arranger based in Brooklyn, NY, discusses his musical journey from joining the Young People’s Chorus in New York City to exploring the role of bass in folk and bluegrass music. Nate talks about his inspirations, including Edgar Meyer, and the influences that shaped his debut album,… Continue reading 1065: From Choral Singing to Bass Fiddler – Nate Sabat’s Musical Journey