Advanced Double Bass Pedagogy

Lecture/demonstration discussing a number of cutting edge techniques necessary to play on the highest level. The focus will be on many of the new and somewhat controversial ideas that need discussion and clarification including: Fingering concepts - replacement fingerings, barred fingerings, shifting vs. string crossings; Intonation - three forms of intonation; Tone production - use of fingers, weight-placement-speed triangle, smooth bow changes; Vibrato - expanding the expressive palette; Practicing - the art of progress; Musicianship - how to bring it all together. Streamed live and recorded at the ISB 2009 Convention at State College, PA.