Best Ny Philharmonic Podcasts (2024)

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EP 122 - Darek Oles (Brad Mehldau, Pat Metheny, John Abercrombie, Solo Artist) 1:12:32

1d ago1:12:32

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Darek Oles (Oleszkiewicz) was born on February 20, 1963 in Wroclaw, Poland. At the age of five Oles began his music education at the State Music School in Wroclaw. Piano was his first instrument, but later he played guitar, electric bass and finally at eighteen years old, he switched to accoustic bass. While in his teens he played with amateur grou…

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EP 121 - Kathryn Schulmeister (ELISION Ensemble, Fonema Consort [NYC], and the Echoi Ensemble [LA]) 58:00

13d ago58:00

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Kathryn is a member of several contemporary music ensembles including the renowned Australian ELISION Ensemble, Fonema Consort (NYC), and the Echoi Ensemble (LA). She has performed as a guest artist with various adventurous international ensembles such as Klangforum Wien, Ensemble MusikFabrik, Delirium Musicum, Ensemble Dal Niente, and Ensemble Ver…

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EP 120 - Dr. Matt Hare (Principal Bass of the Mozart Classical Orchestra and the Long Beach Ballet) 1:01:09

17d ago1:01:09

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Matt Hare is well known as a performer and educator. He is on faculty at the University of California at Irvine, Concordia University, and Saddleback College. Dr. Hare also teaches several sections of Music Appreciation and History of Rock online and in the classroom at Saddleback College. He is a string coach at Irvine, Laguna Hills, Trabuco Hills…

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EP 119 Bryan Beller (The Aristocrats, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Solo Artist, Clinician) 44:02

1M ago44:02

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Bryan Beller has maintained a multi-faceted career as a bassist, composer, solo artist and clinician for over 25 years, earning his reputation as a uniquely talented yet supremely tasteful team player for instrumentally-minded artists. He is a founding member of The Aristocrats which is one of the hottest acts in rock/fusion today; their 2019 relea…

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EP 118 - Russell Thompson (Principal Bassist Arkansas Symphony) 1:15:17

2M ago1:15:17

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Russell was lucky to grow up in a musical family in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. His mother played the bassoon, his father played the french horn, and his step-father taught saxophone and played jazz. He began playing the bass in 4’th grade, but his interest in classical music began to spark when he began studying with Tracy Rowell and joined the Cleveland…

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EP 117 - Tony Grey (John McLaughlin, Hiromi, Mike Stern, Solo Artist) 1:08:58

2M ago1:08:58

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Born March 25, 1975 in Newcastle, England. Tony is a multi-instrumentalist, master bassist, composer, producer, published author and award-winning music educator; he studied at the world-renowned Berklee College of Music and graduated in 2001, receiving the prestigious 'Outstanding Performer' award. Tony is known for his 6-string electric bass tech…

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EP - 116 David Rodriguez (Isaac Hayes, Tito Puente, Rochester Philharmonic, NJPAC Vice President) 52:23

3M ago52:23

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Bassist David Rodriguez has worked with groups ranging from Isaac Hayes to Tito Puente to the Rochester Philharmonic. He studied at Juilliard, the Eastman School of Music, and Mansfield University. David is currently the Executive Producer and Executive Vice President of The New Jersey Performing Arts Center where the Milt Hinton Institute for Stud…

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EP 115 - John Pena (Session Player, Chaka Kahn, Michael Brecker, Jerry Garcia, Ricky Martin) 1:24:15

3M ago1:24:15

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John Peña is an in demand touring and session bassist, writer, arranger, producer, and engineer. John has performed and/or recorded with a wide variety of artitists , including: Celia Cruz, Carlos Santana, Julio Iglesias, Tania Maria, Natalie Cole, The Crusaders, Herb Alpert, Chaka Khan, Jerry Garcia, Chick Corea, Steve Vai, Diana Ross, Aretha Fran…

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EP 114 - Jerry Jemmott (Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, B.B. King, Session Musician) 1:19:30

4M ago1:19:30

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Jerry Jemmott is a highly respected American bass guitarist and session musician, best known for his work in the realms of blues, jazz, and R&B. He was born on May 22, 1946, in New York City. Throughout his extensive career, Jemmott has played with numerous iconic artists, leaving a significant impact on the music industry. He is particularly known…

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EP 113 - Marty Isenberg (NY Jazz Double Bassist, Composer, Recording Artist) 1:11:54

9M ago1:11:54

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Playing bass was love at first pluck for Marty Isenberg. His career as a jazz musician began at the age of 12, after losing his father to cancer the year prior. A skilled amateur musician, Marty’s father kept many instruments around the house that he would play for the family. After his death, Marty would pull one of these instruments off the wall …

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EP 112 - Roberto Vally (George Benson, Christopher Cross, Bobby Caldwell, Boz Scaggs) 1:09:53

10M ago1:09:53

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Roberto Vally’s accomplishments within music date back to his formidable years in New York where he was awarded his Junior High School’s Music Honor Award. It was clear that Roberto was destined to pursue an education in music. From 1974-1978 he attended New York City’s legendary High School of Music and Art-depicted in Fame (1980 film). Continuing…

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EP 111 - P.J. Cinque (San Diego Symphony / San Diego Bass Fest) 1:03:16

11M ago1:03:16

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Double bassist P.J. Cinque joined the San Diego Symphony in 2015, having previously been a member of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition, P.J. serves as Assistant Principal Bass of the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and has performed with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Utah Symphony, and the City of B…

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EP 110 - Kenny Lee Lewis (Steve Miller Band, Session Player) 1:02:46

11M ago1:02:46

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Kenny Lee Lewis has been a member of The Steve Miller Band for over 41 years and is now their current touring bass player. The Steve Miller Band was inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame in 2016. Kenny speaks about how he landed the gig with Miller and attributes of his artistry that have sustained him in the music industry. Kenny, also an amateur lu…

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EP 109 - Chris van Voorst van Beest (NY Chamber Music Composer / Bassist) 1:07:56

1y ago1:07:56

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Chris van Voorst van Beest is a bassist and composer who grew up in Maine and lives in Brooklyn, NY. Hailed as "a double bassist with an exceptional ability to improvise," (Erminio Garotta - Sound & Vision) Chris has performed and/or recorded with artists as diverse as Frank Kimbrough, Robert Glasper, Gabriel Kahane, and George Garzone. Sought afte…

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EP 108 - Eric Shedd (The Birds of Play) 1:25:03

1y ago1:25:03

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Eric Shedd is the bassist for the Colorado based group "Birds of Play". Birds of Play is an Americana Roots quartet based in the San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado. Their distinct sound is rooted in and inspired by their connection to the land in which they reside. The band features multi- instrumentalists and songwriters Alex Paul on Guit…

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EP 107 - Zac Gilliam (The Runaway Grooms) 1:08:28

1y ago1:08:28

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Bassist Zach Gilliam was born in Memphis Tennessee and moved to Nashville to pursue songwriting. After deciding to take a break from music, he moved to the small mountain town of Eagle, Colorado. While in Colorado, Zach joined the band " The Runaway Grooms" On this episode, Zach discusses his move to Colorado from Nashville, TN and what his intenti…

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EP 106 - Ted Pecciho (Doyle Bramhall II, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Amy Helm) 1:18:03

1y ago1:18:03

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In demand Nashville Bassist Ted Pecchio has recorded with Doyle Bramhall II, Tedeschi Trucks Band, The Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Amy Helm, Oliver Wood and Colonel Bruce Hampton and The Codetalkers. Ted is originally from Youngstown, Ohio and was born into a musical family. His father Daniel Pecchio was the bassist for Glass Harp (a rock band base…

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EP 105 - Nate Sabat (Bluegrass & Folk Bassist / Mile 12) 1:03:26

1y ago1:03:26

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Nate Sabat is a bassist, singer-songwriter, arranger and instructor based in Brooklyn, NY. He is a founding member of the award-winning string band Mile Twelve. A native-New Yorker, he attended LaGuardia High School as a vocal principal and went on to study upright bass at the Berklee College of Music. He has performed on stages throughout Europe, …

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EP 104 - Steve Millhouse (NY bassist/bandleader) 1:18:12

1y ago1:18:12

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NY Bassist/Bandleader Steve Millhouse speaks about his new album "The Unwinding" available on Steeple Chase Records. More about the album: The first Steve Millhouse Trio recording will be released on SteepleChase Records on February 15th. Liner notes by Steve Swallow and Gary Fukushima. Physical copies will be distributed internationally and availa…

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EP 103 - Becky Baldwin (UK Metal Bassist) 1:09:43

1y ago1:09:43

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Becky Baldwin is one of the UK’s busiest rock bassists. After playing the piano as a child, Becky picked up the bass guitar as a teenager and began performing with bands at school. In 2009 she moved from Trowbridge to Bristol to study at BIMM Bristol and became closely involved in Bristol’s music scene. Becky holds a BA Honors degree in Professiona…

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EP 102 - Erik Kertes (Shakira, Michael Buble, Composer, Producer) 1:17:52

1+ y ago1:17:52

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Los Angeles native, Erik Kertes, is a songwriter, producer, arranger, composer, touring and recording upright and electric bassist, music director, and a multi-instrumentalist. Between running a recording studio, touring with acts like Shakira and Michael Buble, composing for TV and film, and writing songs for major label artists which have reached…

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EP 101 - Tony Garnier (Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Asleep At the Wheel) 1:36:47

1+ y ago1:36:47

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Electric & Double Bassist Tony Garnier is a Grammy Award winning sideman for legendary household names in the music business. Having joined songwriting icon Bob Dylan in 1989, and also performing alongside Asleep At The Wheel, Tom Waits, Loudon Wainwright III, Paul Simon, and many others, Garnier has played with some of the best that ever were. On …

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EP 100- The Bass Shed Podcast Highlights 1:15:20

1+ y ago1:15:20

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https://www.instagram.com/the_bass_shed/The Bass Shed Podcast hits 100! On this very special episode, I revisit some important conversations i've had with guests over the years. Interview clips from: EP 77 - Lance Morrison Composer, touring and session bassist Lance Morrison has recorded/performed with Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissete, The New Radical…

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EP 99 - Tim Landers (NY/LA Session Player, Al Di Meola, Billy Cobham, Gil Evans, Tracy Chapman, Tori Amos, Lee Ritenour, Dave Grusin) 1:34:42

1+ y ago1:34:42

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Tim Landers is session bass player, spending some time on the NY session scene and working as a session player in Los Angeles. Tim has worked with jazz/fusion artists such as Al Di Meola, Billy Cobham, and Gil Evans. Tim has also worked with; Tracy Chapman, Tori Amos, Lee Ritenour and Dave Grusin. In Addition, Tim has made incredible contributions …

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EP 98 - Michael Viscelgia (Suzanne Vega, Jackson Browne, Avril Lavigne, Phoebe Snow, Cyndi Lauper, Bette Midler, Broadway Bassist, Author) 1:20:27

1+ y ago1:20:27

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N.Y. Electric Bassist Mike Visceglia has worked with Suzanne Vega, Jackson Browne, Avril Lavigne, Phoebe Snow, Cyndi Lauper, Bette Midler and many others. Mike also co-leads a couple projects; Then Their Were Two and Pine Cats. Then Their Were Two is a duo project with Mike on electric bass and vocalist Fiona McBain. Mike and Fiona have cultivate a…

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EP 97 - Barry Green (Principal Bassist/Educator/Author) 1:07:14

1+ y ago1:07:14

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Barry Green is active as a bass soloist, recording artist, author and teacher. He has been directing bass camps and schools for over 44 years, and is founder and director of the Ohio State Bass Camp. Green has studied with the legendary bassist François Rabbath. Barry’s most recent project includes a unique exercise program called Stringersize. Bar…

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EP 96 - Jon D'Auria & Chris Jisi (Bass Magazine) 1:16:44

1+ y ago1:16:44

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Music Journalists Jon D'Auria (Editor in Cheif) Chris Jisi (Senior Editor) of Bass Magazine, discuss their time working as music journalists, Bass Magazine and shifts in culture that impact the magazine. Bass Magazine is a digital publication with daily web and social media posts dedicated to being the leading light on the past, present, and future…

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EP 95 - L. Ellis Hahn (Boutique Bass Builder / L.E.H. Guitars) 1:04:19

1+ y ago1:04:19

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Words from Ellis: “I officially began my guitar making career in Chicago back in 2002, when my favorite guitar was in need of major repair. I did what I always do: read every book I can find about the subject. After that I was hooked, I found an apprenticeship and realized that rather than repairs, designing and building instruments was what I want…

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EP 94 - Joshua Stamper (Composer / Double Bassist) 1:19:43

1+ y ago1:19:43

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Joshua Stamper has been a composer and collaborator for nearly thirty years. Equally at home in the jazz, classical, avant-garde, and indie/alternative worlds, and working with filmmakers, dancers, visual artists, poets and architects, his work reflects a deep commitment to transdisciplinary collaboration. Joshua has worked as an orchestral arrange…

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EP 93 - Kaisa Mäensivu (Double Bassist, Composer, Solo Artist, David Kilkowski) 1:11:14

1+ y ago1:11:14

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Kaisa Mäensivu is a Finnish double bass player and composer. She is currently based in New York, where she finished her Master's degree at the highly acclaimed Manhattan School of Music in May 2017. She studied under the guidance of teachers and professors such as Dave Liebman and Jay Anderson. Prior to moving to New York, Kaisa studied at the pres…

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EP 92 - Harmoni Kelley (Kenny Chesney, Hank Williams Jr., Fastball) 1:09:58

1+ y ago1:09:58

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Harmoni Kelley is a nationally touring bassist and vocalist from Austin, Texas, currently on tour with country music superstar, Kenny Chesney. A self-taught musician, Harmoni picked up the bass guitar at age 17 and hasn’t looked back. With over two decades of experience both on the road and in the studio, she has mastered the art of playing by ear …

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EP 91 - Robert Oppelt (Principal Bassist with National Symphony Orchestra) 1:02:58

1+ y ago1:02:58

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Born in Richmond, Kentucky, he began playing the piano and violin as a youngster, then took up the double bass at 15. After two years of study, he won the concerto competition at Brevard Music Center with Dragonetti’s Concerto in A Major, and later was a two-time competition winner at North Carolina School of the Arts, where he was also the recipie…

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EP 90 - Brandon Brown (Stevie Wonder, The Jacksons, Boyz II Men, Isaac Hayes) 1:03:25

1+ y ago1:03:25

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Recording & Touring Bassist, Brandan Brown has toured with Legendary Artists such as, The Jacksons, Stevie Wonder, Isaac Hayes, Boyz II Men, Jessica Simpson and more. At the age of 19 Brandan was awarded an Oscar for his playing on the soundtrack of 2005 film “Hustle & Flow”. In addition to Brandon’s demanding tour schedule, he also leads his own p…

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EP 89 - Abo Gumroyan (Grammy Award Winning Acoustic/Electric/ Synth Bassist, SF Symphony, Recording Session Musician) 57:44

1+ y ago57:44

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The son of Armenian immigrants, Abe was born in Los Angeles, CA and began double bass studies at the age of 9. A frequent guest with the San Francisco and San Diego Symphony Orchestras, Abe has had the unique opportunity to work with the world's leading conductors such as Michael Tilson Thomas, Ricardo Muti, John Adams, and Charles Dutoit. Grammy a…

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EP 88 - Benjamin J. Shepherd (Mike Stern, John Beasley, Chance The Rapper, Kamasi Washington) 1:25:55

1+ y ago1:25:55

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Born and raised in Wellington, New Zealand, Grammy nominated and winning Bassist Benjamin J. Shepherd started playing when he was 7 years old. 11 years later he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a full time music career and to study with Bass legends Charlie Haden, Alphonso Johnson and Darek Oles at the California Institute of Arts (CalArts). He has s…

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EP 87 - Nick Campbell (Pomplamoose, Scary Pockets, Charlie Puth, Vulfpeck) 1:22:08

1+ y ago1:22:08

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Nick Campbell plays the electric bass. He was born and raised in Los Angeles and like most members of the city’s bountiful music scene he spent the majority of his youth in the annals of music education. It was here that Campbell developed his unique penchant for superimposing triadic patterns over static harmony (commonly referred to as “getting m…

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EP 86 - Marlon Martinez (Composer/Arranger Marlonius Jazz Orchestra) 1:12:01

1+ y ago1:12:01

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Marlon Martinez is a young virtuoso bassist and composer emerging at the center of the resurgent Los Angeles jazz scene. He has demonstrated his virtuosity while touring with a wide range of artists, from rock icon Stewart Copeland to classical trailblazers Quatuor Ebène. Marlon is the protégé of mentor Stanley Clarke and studied with legendary jaz…

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EP 85 - Corey McCormick (Chris Cornell / Neil Young / Willie Nelson) 1:20:58

1+ y ago1:20:58

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Touring bassist Corey McCormick has had the honor of working with amazing artists, some of which he grew up a fan of, learning their music long before he had the opportunity to play with them. Some of those artists include Chris Cornell, Neil Young an Willie Nelson to name a few. His talent has also been called upon by international artists such as…

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EP 84 - Oskar Cartaya (Spyro Gyra, Herb Albert, Jennifer Lopez, Celia Cruz, Rubén Blades, Tito Puente) 1:01:29

1+ y ago1:01:29

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Oskar Cartaya, during the course of a full career playing bass, composing, arranging and acting as musical director for an amazing array of artists, Oskar has soaked up the influences of his homes in Puerto Rico, New York and Los Angeles to create his very unique style. A long prolific career working with the likes of Spyro Gyra, Herb Albert, Jenni…

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EP 83 - Charley Sabatino (NY Electric & Double Bassist / Educator) 1:22:33

2y ago1:22:33

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Charley Sabatino is a veteran bassist, composer and educator with more than 40 years of experience. He plays both upright and electric bass, encompassing a wide range of styles and performs throughout the NY/Metro Area. Charley co-led "The Velocity Duo", a free composed music group that has released a CD (“Dichotomies”) and toured through the US an…

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EP 82 - Ryan Gullen (The Sheepdogs) 1:05:14

2y ago1:05:14

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Ryan Gullen, bassist for The Sheepdogs. The Sheepdogs are a Canadian rock band formed in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 2004. The Sheepdogs were the first unsigned band to make the cover of Rolling Stone and have gone on to a career featuring multi-platinum album sales and four Juno Awards. The band's guitar-driven blues-rock style has been described a…

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EP 81 - Eva Gardner (Touring Bassist with Pink / Recording Artist) 1:11:21

2y ago1:11:21

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Touring bassist and recording artist Eva Gardner. Eva has been an in-demand bassist for the past couple decades. In 2001 Eva was the original bassist for the band Mars Volta. She later went on to work with Tim Burgess, Veruca Salt and joined the band for the artist Pink in 2007. Eva has also released 2 EPs…. The 2019 release was titled “Chasing Gho…

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EP 78 - Matt Aronoff (NY Jazz Bassist / Composer) 1:18:24

2y ago1:18:24

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Matt Aronoff is an in demand NY Jazz Double Bassist. While studying with Jonathan Storck of the NJ Symphony and jazz bassist John Webber, he earned a scholarship to Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA. While in Pittsburgh, he studied with Pittsburgh Symphony double bassist Anthony Bianco and saxophonist Eric Kloss, both of whom became impo…

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EP 79 - Anthony Vitti (Professor at Berklee College of Music / Author) 1:22:54

2y ago1:22:54

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Anthony Vitti is a Professor at the Berklee College of music and was a founding member in creating the courses for Electric Bass at the school. Anthony attended Berklee College of Music from 1982-1986. He graduated with honors and went on to work towards his Masters degree in jazz performance at the University of Lowell. Antony Vitti had the opport…

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EP 80 - Jeff Bradetich (Professor at UNT / former ISB Director / Author / International Double Bass soloist) 1:18:33

2y ago1:18:33

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Jeff Bradetich is regarded as one of the leading performers and teachers of the double bass in the United States. He has won many major solo competitions, recorded six solo albums of music for double bass and piano and has been featured on radio and television throughout North and South America and Europe including CBS, CNN, BBC and NPR. He has tau…

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EP 77 - Lance Morrison (Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissette, Don Henley, Richard Marx, Mike Campbell’s band “Dirty Knobs") 1:20:06

2y ago1:20:06

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Composer, touring and session bassist Lance Morrison has recorded/performed with Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissette, The New Radicals, Lee Ann Rhymes, Rick Springfield, Don Henley, Richard Marx, Volto, The Coors, Gavin DeGraw and more. Lance is a member of Mike Campbell’s band “Dirty Knobs”. In this interview Lance talks about touring post pandemic, an…

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EP 76 - Finay (Abhi Manapragada / Jordan Hathaway) 1:15:06

2y ago1:15:06

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Finay is a platform for musicians that focuses on compensating artists for their intellectual and creative property. Cofounders Abhi Manapragada and Jordan Hathaway give insight into block-chain technology and NFTs and how these technologies can benefit musicians and artists. Support the show Instagram / Twitter / Youtube / Website / BSA / View Mor…

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EP 75 - Lorin Cohen (NY Jazz Bassist with Jon Faddis, Monty Alexander, Joe Locke) 1:22:51

2y ago1:22:51

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Electric and Double Bassist Lorin Cohen is an active member of the NY jazz scene. Lorin has performed with: Adam Rogers, Adam Cruz, Andy Bey, Antonio Hart, Bob Sheppard, Bucky Pizzarelli, Clarence Penn, David Binney, George Colligan, Houston Person, Joe LaBarbara, Joe Locke, Johnny Griffin, Jon Faddis, Monty Alexander, Ralph Bowen, Regina Carter, R…

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EP 74 - Jason Brown (Hank Williams III and Double Bass Luthier) 1:28:56

2y ago1:28:56

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Double Bassist and Luthier Jason Brown discusses his time performing with Hank Williams III, his history as a luthier and work on double basses. Support the show Instagram / Twitter / Youtube / Website / BSA / View More EpisodesBy The Bass Shed Podcast

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EP 73 - Sebastain Steinberg (Soul Coughing, Fiona Apple) 1:03:58

2y ago1:03:58

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Electric and Double Bassist Sebastian Steinberg is a founding member of the band SOUL COUGHING. Soul Coughing had a couple hit songs in the 90’s with “Soundtrack to Mary" and "Super Bon Bon”. Steinberg had also worked with Eddie Vedder, Blake Mills and Vanessa Carlton. Sebastian played on the Fiona Apple album “The Idler’s Wheel” and “Fetch The Bol…

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