The young double bass player Xavier Foley not only stands out as a virtuoso performer and winner of prestigious awards but also as a composer commissioned by institutions such as Carnegie Hall and the Sphinx Organization.
Luis Cabrera, principal bassist with the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, talks about his teacher Rinat Ibragimov, his thoughts on vibrato and phrasing, and how his interest in mountaineering contributes to his success as a performer.
Bassist, composer, and teacher Andrés Martín talks about his development as a bass player and how his versatility contributes to his success as a professional musician.
A conversation with Principal Double Bass of the Paris Opera, Thierry Barbé. Topics discussed include early musical influences, playing in the opera pit, and the role of a teacher in a student’s musical training.
Professor of Double Bass at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Munich, Alexandra Scott, shares some of her experiences performing with various orchestras, as well as of her thoughts on teaching.
World-class Saxophonist Mario Marzi talks with us about his time studying with Jean-Marie Londeix, performing in orchestras as a saxophonist, and his hidden talents outside of music.
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