Latest Free Interviews

Browse the most recent Discover Double Bass interviews. We cover a wide range of topics from bassists of all genres, so whatever you are looking for, there should be something for you. Many of our interviews also feature inspiring solo performances, so be sure to watch to the end of the videos.
 

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Double Bass Setup with Neal Heppleston
Geoff Chalmers
Double Bass Setup with Neal Heppleston
Geoff Chalmers

Luthier Neal Heppleston demonstrates 3 ways to optimise your double bass setup.

Geoff Chalmers
Nenad Vasilić on Balkan Jazz Bass
Geoff Chalmers
Nenad Vasilić on Balkan Jazz Bass
Geoff Chalmers

Awesome interview and epic performance with Balkan jazz bassist, Nenad Vasilić.

Geoff Chalmers
Phoebe Russell on Left Hand Technique
Phoebe Russell
Phoebe Russell on Left Hand Technique
Phoebe Russell

In this interview, I’m joined by classical specialist Phoebe Russell to discuss all things left hand technique.

Phoebe Russell
Interview/Performance with Petros Klampanis
Petros Klampanis
Interview/Performance with Petros Klampanis
Petros Klampanis

Awesome interview and epic ‘Just Friends’ performance with our newest DDB tutor, Petros Klampanis.

Petros Klampanis
Gerda Kocsis – Learning in the Spotlight
Geoff Chalmers
Gerda Kocsis – Learning in the Spotlight
Geoff Chalmers

In this interview, I meet someone who is making a huge impact on the double bass world with her virtuosic and expressive performances, Gerda Kocsis.

Geoff Chalmers
Phil Donkin on Fast Tempos and Transcription
Geoff Chalmers
Phil Donkin on Fast Tempos and Transcription
Geoff Chalmers

In this interview/performance video, we meet one of the jazz bass world's most in-demand players, Phil Donkin.

Geoff Chalmers
The Perfect Two - Interview and Demonstration
Katie Thiroux
The Perfect Two - Interview and Demonstration
Katie Thiroux

In this video, Katie Thiroux breaks down the fundamentals of playing bass lines in a two feel.

Katie Thiroux
What Should Beginners Look for When Buying a Double Bass?
Katie Thiroux
What Should Beginners Look for When Buying a Double Bass?
Katie Thiroux

In this video, Katie Thiroux and Geoff Chalmers discuss what to consider when buying your first double bass.

Katie Thiroux
Double Bass Audition Prep + Bloopers
Phoebe Russell
Double Bass Audition Prep + Bloopers
Phoebe Russell

An awesome interview discussing the ins and outs of the classical audition process with Phoebe Russell.

Phoebe Russell
Russell Hall & Bessie Gear Talk and Solo Performance
Russell Hall
Russell Hall & Bessie Gear Talk and Solo Performance
Russell Hall

Russell Hall joins us with his double bass, Bessie, for a solo performance and to talk all things gear including bass, strings, amps, and pickups.

Russell Hall
Interview/Performance with Phoebe Russell
Phoebe Russell
Interview/Performance with Phoebe Russell
Phoebe Russell

Awesome interview and epic Vaňhal performance with the piano with our newest DDB tutor, Phoebe Russell.

Phoebe Russell
Francesca Alinovi of the Lovesick Duo
Geoff Chalmers
Francesca Alinovi of the Lovesick Duo
Geoff Chalmers

In this interview/performance video, we meet Francesca Alinovi of the Lovesick Duo.

Geoff Chalmers
Q5. What advice do you have for beginners? (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers
Q5. What advice do you have for beginners? (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers

ISB Interview series Q5/5: What advice do you have for beginners?

Geoff Chalmers
Q4. Who Inspired You at the 2023 ISB Convention? (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers
Q4. Who Inspired You at the 2023 ISB Convention? (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers

ISB Interview series Q4/5: Who inspired you at the 2023 ISB Convention?

Geoff Chalmers
Q3. Tell us about a dream bass that you would love to take home (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers
Q3. Tell us about a dream bass that you would love to take home (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers

ISB Interview series Q3/5: Tell us about a bass you’d love to own.

Geoff Chalmers
Q2. If you could take a lesson with any living bassist, who would it be? (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers
Q2. If you could take a lesson with any living bassist, who would it be? (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers

ISB Interview series Q2/5: If you could take a lesson with any living bassist, who would it be?

Geoff Chalmers
Q1. How do you start your practice session? (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers
Q1. How do you start your practice session? (ISB 5 Questions)
Geoff Chalmers

ISB Interview series Q1/5: How do you start your practice session? Featuring 15+ artists from the ISB.

Geoff Chalmers
Paul Ellison on meeting the masters!
Geoff Chalmers
Paul Ellison on meeting the masters!
Geoff Chalmers

Live from the ISB 2023 Convention, Paul Ellison tells us about meeting and studying with Gary Karr and François Rabbath.

Geoff Chalmers
Innovation in Bass Making - Luthiers at the ISB
Geoff Chalmers
Innovation in Bass Making - Luthiers at the ISB
Geoff Chalmers

A selection of discussions with innovative luthiers at the ISB 2023 Convention.

Geoff Chalmers
Lloyd Goldstein - BTS at the ISB!
Geoff Chalmers
Lloyd Goldstein - BTS at the ISB!
Geoff Chalmers

Behind the scenes at the 2023 ISB convention, I meet the renowned bassist, composer and Certified Music Practitioner, Lloyd Goldstein.

Geoff Chalmers
Jorge Roeder - Momentum in improvisation
Geoff Chalmers
Jorge Roeder - Momentum in improvisation
Geoff Chalmers

In this interview/performance video, we meet jazz bassist Jorge Roeder to discuss his work as a sideman and recording his solo album. There’s also time for a solo performance of a jazz classic.

Geoff Chalmers
Marianne Schofield – Contemporary classical & orchestral double bass
Geoff Chalmers
Marianne Schofield – Contemporary classical & orchestral double bass
Geoff Chalmers

In this interview/performance video, we meet Marianne Schofield to discuss playing orchestral and contemporary classical music.

Geoff Chalmers
Barry Bales on the History of Bluegrass Bass
Barry Bales
Barry Bales on the History of Bluegrass Bass
Barry Bales

In this video, our bluegrass expert Barry Bales discusses the key figures in the history of bluegrass bass as well as his personal influences and favourite players.

Barry Bales
Theme Tune Breakdown and Lessons Learnt from Hosting The Hump with Katie Thiroux
Katie Thiroux
Theme Tune Breakdown and Lessons Learnt from Hosting The Hump with Katie Thiroux
Katie Thiroux

In this video, Katie Thiroux breaks down the theme tune to her podcast and shares lessons learnt from interviewing many of the world’s best bassists.

Katie Thiroux
Vladimir Torres - Recording a Solo Album
Geoff Chalmers
Vladimir Torres - Recording a Solo Album
Geoff Chalmers

In this interview/performance video, we meet Vladimir Torres to discuss and hear excerpts from his solo album, Music for a Locked in Double Bass.

Geoff Chalmers
Thierry Barbé - The Art of Expression
Geoff Chalmers
Thierry Barbé - The Art of Expression
Geoff Chalmers

An interview with Thierry Barbé - soloist, educator and the Principal Bassist of the Opera de Paris Orchestra.

Geoff Chalmers
Avishai Cohen Masterclass Preview – Ballads and Fast Tempos
Avishai Cohen
Avishai Cohen Masterclass Preview – Ballads and Fast Tempos
Avishai Cohen

Avishai Cohen discusses his approach to playing ballads and uptempo jazz in this preview video from his new Masterclass.

Avishai Cohen
The Avishai Cohen Masterclass - Preview Compilation
Avishai Cohen
The Avishai Cohen Masterclass - Preview Compilation
Avishai Cohen

A preview compilation of selected snippets from the new Avishai Cohen Masterclass.

Avishai Cohen
Neal Miner - NYC Jazz Bassist
Geoff Chalmers
Neal Miner - NYC Jazz Bassist
Geoff Chalmers

We meet the incredible NYC jazz bassist and owner of Gut String Records, Neal Miner for an interview and solo performance.

Geoff Chalmers
Heather Miller Lardin on Baroque Double Bass
Heather Miller Lardin
Heather Miller Lardin on Baroque Double Bass
Heather Miller Lardin

We introduce early music specialist Heather Miller Lardin to the website to discuss all things Baroque double bass.

Heather Miller Lardin

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