Today’s episode features the following past podcast guests on the topic of Gary Karr and his influence: David Murray – Butler University Derek Jones – bassist for Cirque du Soleil’s show KÀ Diana Gannett – University of Michigan professor emeritus Gary Karr – the man himself! Hector Tirado – Puerto Rican bassist Lawrence Hurst –… Continue reading 681: Gary Karr and his Influence
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551: Gary Karr new course!
I had the chance to chat recently with Denis Chang, who has produced a new four-part double bass course featuring Gary Karr! This course rocks. I’ve been using it for my own playing and with my students with great results. Here are links and details: In The Style Of Gary Karr, Vol.1 Lessons Warm-up Exercise… Continue reading 551: Gary Karr new course!
458: Gary Karr home
Gary Karr… I mean, what can I say? He’s the reason that I play bass. That so many people play the bass. He’s truly one of a kind, and he’s not slowing down anytime soon! When International Society of Bassists General Manager Madeleine Crouch heard that I would be the guest artist for the 2018… Continue reading 458: Gary Karr home
CBC 54: Steve Reinfranck luthier chat
This week we bring you a conversation with Chicagoland double bass luthier, teacher, and performer Steve Reinfranck. Steve runs SMR Double Basses in Evanston, Illinois, writes regularly for Bass World (the publication of the International Society of Bassists), and operates a double bass teaching studio. We also listen to a track from the Redd Holt… Continue reading CBC 54: Steve Reinfranck luthier chat