Highlights
Enrico Fagone – Kicho
This is an excerpt of Enrico Fagone’s recital on June 4, 2013. “Kicho” (Introduction by A.Ginastera) – Composer A.Piazzolla Piano, Giuseppe Lupis This piece will be on Enrico’s new Piazzolla – CD. For more info, check…
Sybarite 5 – Motion Picture Soundtrack
Sybarite 5’s performance at the 2013 ISB Convention in Rochester, NY. Motion Picture Soundtrack by Radiohead (arr. Paul Kim) Sami Merdinian and Sarah Whitney, violins Angela Pickett, viola Laura Metcalf, cello Louis Levitt, bass “Their rock…
Happy 2014 from ISB President Kristin Korb
The International Society of Bassists is the place where the bass world connects to be inspired and educated. We are able to reach out all over the world because of our incredible members who give their…
State of the Gate – How to get paid and negotiate your career (Video)
This was an amazingly popular session at the convention in June 2013. Gig science 101. How are musicians finding, getting, and keeping work in the ever changing landscape facing professional musicians. Work: What is it and…
Joel Quarrington – A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square
“A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square” by Manning Sherwin (arr. Don Thompson) Joel Quarrington- bass Don Thompson – piano The printed music for this duo will be available for download at http://joelquarrington.com
Jeffrey Turner & Micah Howard – Duos
Duos by David Anderson Jeffrey Turner & Micah Howard – bass
Bruce Gertz – Glad You’re Hear
Glad You’re Hear by Bruce Gertz Bruce Gertz – bass Bill Mays – piano Tim Froncek – drums This is on Bruce’s new CD, Open Mind
Shawn Conley – Mythical Ithaca
Mythical Ithaca by Shawn Conley Shawn Conley – Bass Romain Collin – Piano Kevin Kanner – Drums For more information: http://thenorthtrio.com https://www.facebook.com/thenorthtrio
Jiri Slavik – Hunting Song
Môj otec bol vel’ký pytliak (traditional Slovakian hunting song) Jiri performed as a part of the New Music Summit for the 2013 convention of the International Society of Bassists. For more information: http://www.jirislavik.com/
Brett Shurtliffe – Zigeunerweisen
Zigeunerweisen Op. 12 by Pablo de Sarasate Brett Shurtliffe – bass Dr. Emily Boyce – piano The last piece on Brett Shurtliffe’s half of the “Eastman Night” concert. The performance of Brett’s personal transcription of the…
Bad Boyz – Strauss in the Doghouse
“Strauss in the Doghouse” from “Suite and Low” by Darrell Runswick. The “Bad Boyz” are David Murray, Volkan Orhon, Paul Sharpe and guest Alberto Bocini. Anthony Stoops, our 4th bad boy, had to return home early…
Scott Haigh – The White Trout
The White Trout: a legend of Cong (world premiere performance) Story told by Samuel Lover, as collected by William Butler Yeats, commissioned by ISB Member Peter Gallagher Ty Alan Emerson, narrator Barbara Choltco, soprano Kyra Kester,…
Scott Haigh – Bocadillos Iberianos
World premiere performance of Bocadillos Iberianos – Composed by Margi Griebling-Haigh I. Espejismo desde el Adarve (00:00 – 6:53) II. Senor Campesino (7:04 – 12:50) III. Abburido en Madrid (12:55 – 18:25) IV. Tapas Perpetuas (18:28…
Andrés Martin – Bass Concerto
Performed at the 2013 ISB Convention at Eastman School of Music. Composed by Andrés Martin Andrés Martin – bass Rose Chancler – piano 1. Tangueramente (0:00) 2. Nocturno (8:30) 3. Allegro Obsesivo (18:43) http://www.andres-martin.com/ http://www.contrabajosdebajacalifornia.com/
Paul Kowert – Fløteren
Performed as a part of the ISB 2013 New Music Summit. Paul Kowert – bass Brittany Haas – violin Jordan Tice – guitar Fløjteren by Annbjørg Lien
Hagai Bilitzky – Middle Eastern Doublebass
Hagai Bilitzky’s performance in the New Music Summit at the ISB Convention 2013, Rochester, NY. Hagai Bilitzky devised a unique new playing technique for playing Middle Eastern music elements, like the quarter tones, making it possible…
Mark Dresser – Three Pieces
Mark Dresser did a fantastic job not only performing here, but curating the New Music Summit for ISB 2013. Video sponsor: Nick Lloyd Basses This bass is a Boosey and Hawkes “Professor” model. 112 years old….
Bill Crow – A Life In Jazz
Paul Pearce sits down to interview Bill Crow. They talk about Bill’s vast and most interesting experiences in his musical adventures. He might even plays a tune as well with Bill Mays joins in on piano.
Virginia Dixon – Developing Healthy Bass Playing
Three experienced bass pedagogues from the Great Lakes region, Virginia Dixon, Tracy Rowell, and Derek Weller, share ideas on teaching young bassists. Available literatures are discussed and easy ways to establish fundamentals will be explored as…
Hector Tirado – Proprioceptivity
Here is Hector Tirado’s demonstrative workshop on Proprioceptivity (perceive sound through skin). He’s a deaf professional musician ascribed to the Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestra since 1990. He learned to perceive the sound and pitch of the…
Adam Ben Ezra – 6 pieces
This bass (made by Nick Lloyd) was a week old at the time of the performance. This concert was Adam’s first solo concert in the states. We were lucky that he celebrated his first performance here…
Schlepinar: Traveling with your bass (updates and solutions)
John Clayton led a wonderful discussion at ISB 2013 about how we travel with our instruments in today’s world. Watch, take notes, and add your own experiences and comments. The conversation is a continuous one….
Opera Bass Excerpts Rare and Standard
Presented at the 2013 ISB Convention by Dennis Whittaker & David Young: While the aspiring orchestral bassist is commonly exposed to excerpts from the symphonic repertoire, rarely is the student (or professional, for that matter) exposed…
Marco Panascia – Blues for the ISB
Be sure to clear the floor around you before you press “play” on this video. The guys are going to have you stomping your feet in no time. Marco Panascia’s “Blues for the ISB” was performed…
Doug Balliett: Dragonetti and The 3-Stringed Bass
Dragonetti was once asked by a student which was better, a bass with 3 strings or 4 strings. He answered that, while it is nice to have low notes in the orchestra, in general he gave…
Rémy Yulzari – Improvisation Around Avinu Malkenu / Terk in Amerika
Rémy made his ISB debut this year in Rochester. He is currently in The Juilliard School’s prestigious Artist Diploma in Performance program in New York City. He’s also the first double bassist to be invited into…
Tom Knific – And A Cheetah
“I have been writing music inspired by my recent work in Africa. This one was sparked by my first safari – which followed the Mozambique International Music Festival in 2012. The tour guide listed the many…
Making Your Baroque Solos More H.I.P. – Phillip W. Serna
ISB 2013 Convention presentation by Phillip W. Serna, Valparaiso University: Baroque transcriptions have become important staples of our double bass repertoire. From sonatas by Marcello, Vivaldi and Eccles, to the cello suites of Johann Sebastian Bach,…
Juan Pablo Navarro: The Tango – A Secret Code
This workshop, presented at the 2013 ISB Convention, is about the unwritten music for bass in Tango and how to play it through analysis, variation and creation of technical skills and expressive resources from traditional to…
College Auditions: What you need to know
Derek Weller (Eastern Michigan University) leads this panel discussion including James VanDemark (Eastman School of Music) and Ira Gold (National Symphony Orchestra).
Dan Styffe – Sicilienne
This is a World Premiere performance. Composer: Stefan Schäfer Dan Styffe – Bass Marina Pacowski – Piano This piece is dedicated to Dan Styffe.
Diana Gannett – Caress the Thought
Performed at the ISB 2013 Convention. Diana Gannett, bass Dianne Frazer, piano “Caress the Thought” was a gift to Diana from bassist / composer Rufus Reid
Dan Styffe – Tango No. 4
Tango Etude No. 4 by Astor Piazzolla – originally composed for solo flute. www.danstyffe.com/
Diana Gannett – Unbearable Lightness
“This historic work was commissioned by Tanglewood for 7 basses, and has already had several wonderful performances. Six of my students join me for this performance, accompanied by a multi-media display. Next year, the work will…
Orin O’Brien Tribute
Orin O’Brien is one of our great ladies of bass. By being her amazing self, Orin has inspired female bassists all over the world to follow their dreams. Inez Wyrick assembled the “name of band here”…
How Technology Can Help Make You a Better Bassist, Teacher and Composer
Presented by David Neubert / David Ballam June 6, 2013 – ISB2013 This presentation shares insights and relevant applications such as free Live Video Streaming, Interactive Performance Venues and more.
Volkan Orhon – Capriccio No. 2
Volkan opened his recital on Friday, June 7 with David Anderson’s Capriccio No. 2. Word on the street is that he has a new CD out. We’ll be posting some of that material very soon!
Catalin Rotaru: Frank Proto’s Sonata No. 2
This is the world premier of Frank Proto’s Sonata No. 2 (dedicated to Catalin Rotaru): – Rubato, Improvisatory – Allegro Assai – Adagio – Freely – Molto Allegro Catalin Rotaru – Double Bass Marina Pakowski –…
Paul Ellison Master Class
Paul Ellison is one of the most inspiring educators around. It doesn’t matter who he works with, all are uplifted and improved immediately. The ISB thanks Chris DeMarco for sharing his personal experience with us all.
Talking Hands playing Iceland Romance
John Clayton, Martin Wind, Lynn Seaton and Rufus Reid.
Barry Green and Andrés Martin – It Takes Two
What an honor to perform in this historic concert hall at Eastman School of Music 2013 ISB Convention. Playing with Andrés Martin has been an inspiration and pleasure. I’m grateful to Tim Goplerud for transcribing this…
2013 ISB Distinguished Achievement Award and Special Recognition Awards
Every two years, the International Society of Bassists gives its Distinguished Achievement Award, the Society’s highest honor, to a bassist who has demonstrated and attained the highest level of excellence, and whose career has had significant influence on…
Did you hear what we did for Madeleine?!
We all know and love our ISB Executive Director, Madeleine Crouch. She is the first one you meet whether it is on the phone or at the convention. She is effervescent, tenacious, and straight ahead. While…
More Awesome: Tian Yang Liu
This second day of ISB2013 left me in awe. Word on Main Street is that there are 2,000 bass-lovers here at the Eastman School. In the morning, I witnessed bass masters pass their knowledge along to…
Catching up with first-prize competition winners
This is my second ISB Convention. Being here really feels like a family reunion. Even when meeting new bassists / friends, it feels like we’ve known each other longer. Last night, we all gathered in Kodak…