Interview with Adi Meyerson
In this video, we meet NYC-based jazz and contemporary music scene bassist, composer and bandleader, Adi Meyerson. We discuss topics such as,
- The Israeli bass scene.
- Moving to NYC and studying with the maestro, Ron Carter.
- Does size matter? Do smaller bassists need 5/8 or 1/2 size basses?
- Playing jazz with a low C extension.
- Lessons with Bob Cranshaw.
- Synesthesia and music. - Composition.
- Adi's recent album.
- New bass talent in NYC.
The video is rounded off with a stunning solo performance of a classic jazz standard, so be sure to stick around to the end!
Huge thanks to Adi Meyerson for joining us and for sharing so much. If you want to learn more about her incredible music, check out the links below.
Timecodes
00:00 Introduction
02:56 The Israeli bass scene
05:33 Moving to NYC and studying with Ron Carter
09:00 Do smaller bassists need 5/8 or 1/2 size basses?
10:09 Playing jazz with a low C extension
12:09 Lessons with Bob Cranshaw
13:10 Synesthesia
16:29 Composition
18:24 Adi's recent album
24:08 New bass talent in NYC
29:33 Solo performance
Find Adi Meyerson Online:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Bandcamp
Discussion LINKS:
Adam Ben Ezra - Discover Double Bass Course - Artist Website
Avishai Cohen - Website
Gilad Abro - Facebook Page
Michael Klinghoffer - website
Reggie Workman - website
Sir Ron Carter - website
Bob Cranshaw - website
Oliver Sacks, Musicophilia - website
Yayoi Kusama - Wikipedia
Rebecca Martin, When I was Long Ago - Bandcamp
Bria Skonberg - website
Immanuel Wilkins - website
Daryl Johns - website
Marta Sanchez - website
Barry Stephenson - website
Martina DaSilva - website
Mike King - website
Melissa Aldana - website
Behind the Scenes photos:
Photos copyright - Discover Double Bass © 2022
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