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Pirastro Flat Chromesteels
These are some of my favorite strings and I decided to replace my year old D’Addario Zyex strings with these. Although not as warm or thick as Obligatos or Zyex they do have plenty of things I like – especially … Continue reading
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Musings on Beethoven 5, III
I’ve been working in Beethoven 5 for years – probably as most of us have. And for most of those years I did the same bowing – which was whatever I had marked in from previous teachers. But there was … Continue reading
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iPhone’s marimba stops New York Philharmonic performance
iPhone’s marimba stops New York Philharmonic performance
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It’s Here!!!
The Sixth Edition of “An Introduction to Double Bass Playing” is now available. Almost every page has been updated. More pictures of fingerings and many, many typo fixes. I’m very proud of this work.
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Math & Music
Rhythm is the elementary level of mathematics in music. The true examples lie in other areas such tuning and construction. The latest edition of The Strad has a great article on the mathematics involved in just making the scroll. Click the picture to download a PDF of the article.
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Tendon Surgery Update
12/24/11 – On September 2, I had tendon surgery on my right arm to alleviate tendinitis. The surgeon sliced the tendon, cut out scar tissue, and shaved a little bit of bone where the tendon attaches. Although the surgeon said … Continue reading
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D’Addario Zyex Update
After a year with my D’Addario Zyex strings I am still very happy with them. Both pizzicato and arco sound great. They speak well and the upper register sounds great. My only negative, albeit small, is the extended E (C) … Continue reading
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Alternate Tuning
I play some music where I tune the G string up to an A. I have been tuning an orchestra G string up to an A. What do you think?
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The Rhythm Ruler and Kickstarter…errr, IndieGogo
I am currently seeking funding for the next stage of my creation, the Rhythm Ruler. The Rhythm Ruler is a tool to teach students about rhythms. It displays inches and sixteenth, eighth, quarter, half, and whole notes. The back has … Continue reading
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Web Sites and Links
I’m currently working on the next edition of “An Introduction to Double Bass Playing”. I only include a few web links in the book. Are there any you think should be there?
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MostlyBass Updates
Hey readers! Welcome to November. I’ve got some really great, meaty posts I’m working on. But between my arm surgery, moving to a new apartment, and having a full time music teaching job, I haven’t had the time I would … Continue reading
Thursday Radio Show in Chicago
If you live in the Chicago area, tune in to WIIT 88.9 FM this Thursday from 5:30 to 7pm to listen to an interview with and music by Jungle of Cities- a band I play with. Or listen to us … Continue reading
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What Gear or Bass Do You Drool or Lust Over???
For me, Guarneri House had a $150,00o (USD) that was sold to the Detroit S.O. that was just perfection…. Also, Rumano Solano’s new basses are gorgeous! (I own a 1998 Solano Rogeri copy.)
Do Orchestras Need Pennants?
As I was lying on a table at physical therapy for my elbow (after surgery for tendonitis) yesterday, I noticed several sports teams pennants hanging on the wall. And I thought what any musician who wants greater community involvement in … Continue reading
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iDouble Bass App
I just read about the iDouble Bass App for the iPad / iPhone in the current issue of the Strad. Anyone out there have it and use it?
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Did You Know?
Many string players often play a composition named, Kol Nidre. But do you know what it means? I just learned and wanted to share! Kol Nidre means “All Vows,” is one of the most solemn moments of Yom Kippur, the Jewish … Continue reading
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My band, Jungle of Cities
Check out the band I play bass for on facebook.
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Blog Fodder
So I recently received a magazine / journal that I subscribe to and I had to share the label it was addressed to: Now, who could this be from? My Men’s Health or Guitar World subscriptions? Oh no. That might … Continue reading
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Book Coupon!!
I just received a coupon from Lulu.com where I publish my book, “An Introduction to Double Bass Playing”. They are offering 15% off everything in their store with coupon code “OKTOBERFEST305″. Hurry as it expires September 26, 2011.
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