After 30 years as Principal Bass of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Steve Reeves decided to retire and move on to other projects. This happened to coincide with my trip to Australia for Rob Nairn’s Melbourne Bass Day, and I had the chance to meet up with Steve over coffee and chat about his career, why… Continue reading 662: Steve Reeves on principal bass roles
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661: Kirsty McCahon on a life in music
It was such a pleasure to meet and spend time with Kirsty McCahon during my trip to Australia in late 2019. Kirsty has worn many hats as a musician over the years, from holding the position of Principal Bass with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra for 20 years to her current roles as Principal Bass with… Continue reading 661: Kirsty McCahon on a life in music
660: Maxime Bibeau on Gasparo de Salo basses
I had a wonderful time meeting and spending time with Australian Chamber Orchestra principal bassist Maxime Bibeau during my trip to Australia in late 2019. Max has had a fascinating career path, and he plays with a power and subtlety that is truly remarkable. We talk about his path from Quebec to Australia, what it’s… Continue reading 660: Maxime Bibeau on Gasparo de Salo basses
659: Ben Robertson on jazz bass in Australia
It was such a pleasure to chat with renowned Australian jazz bassist Ben Robertson in person during my trip to Australia in late 2019! Ben is an outstanding musician with a remarkable career path and musical background, and we had a fascinating conversation into all kinds of subjects revolving around bass, learning, developing listening skills,… Continue reading 659: Ben Robertson on jazz bass in Australia
658: Jack Unzicker and Martha Walvoord new duo album
Jack Unzicker and Martha Walvoord have recently released an album of duos for violin and bass. Titled The Diaries of Adam and Eve, it features new works for violin and bass by composers Michael Daugherty, Dan Cavanagh, Andrea Clearfield, Tom Knific, and George Chave. Check out this new album through the following links: Albany Records… Continue reading 658: Jack Unzicker and Martha Walvoord new duo album