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CBC 37: Brad Opland interview

This week’s Contrabass Conversations episode features an interview with Chicago Symphony bassist Brad Opland. In addition to the interview, you’ll get a chance to hear Brad perform on the double bass in his own arrangement of Ibert’s Quatre Chansons de Don Quichotte for bassoon and bass and hear Brad perform on the electric bass in his south side Chicago church. Enjoy!

CBC 36: Bjorn Berkhout interview part 2

This interview-only episode wraps up our chat with double bass composer Bjorn Berkhout. Bjorn’s music has been performed by the Chicago Symphony Bass Quartet (among other groups). We chatted about composing and life as a university professor, and Bjorn offered practical advice for music majors. Check out the first part on CBC 10.

CBC 35: Greg Sarchet interview part 2

This interview-only episode of Contrabass Conversations wraps up our interview with Lyric Opera of Chicago and Northeastern Illinois University bass instructor Greg Sarchet, and we were joined by two of his students (Ausberto and Hans) at a Bulgarian restaurant for this interview. Both Hans and Oz contribute some questions, which both Greg and I answer. Check out the first part on CBC 19.

CBC 34: Colin Corner interview and music from JC Jones and Daniel Nix

This week’s Contrabass Conversations episode features an interview with Minnesota Orchestra bassist Colin Corner. Colin joined the orchestra in 2006 after being a member of the Vancouver Symphony and Louisiana Philharmonic. We got a chance to talk auditions, orchestra life, gear, and much more. We also feature a piece from Israel-based musician J.C. Jones and Victoria, British Columbia-based musician Daniel Nix. Enjoy!

CBC 33: Guy Tuneh interview 2 and Brian Bromberg music

This week’s Contrabass Conversations episode features the second half of our interview with double bassist Guy Tuneh, conducted over a distance of thousands of miles. It was a real pleasure to get to sit down and chat with Guy–he’s a warm, intelligent, and passionate individual, and these traits come through in his speaking just like they do in his bass playing. You can visit him online at www.guytuneh.com. You will also get a chance to hear the great jazz bassist Brian Bromberg perform and hear some bass playing from L.A. bassist Nam Chi Vu. Enjoy!