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Contrabass Conversations

Jason Heath
Double Bass
Jazz
Carnegie Mellon University
Music Education
Upton Bass
Youtube
Classical Music
Tango Music
Improvisation
San Francisco Symphony
Contemporary Music
Double Bass Pedagogy
Gary Karr
Intonation
Composition
Xavier Foley
Music Community
Online Education
San Francisco
Orchestral Excerpts

Contrabass Conversations features interviews and performances from top leaders in the world of the double bass. Podcast host Jason Heath dives deep into what makes these world-class artists tick. With 2 million downloads and counting, Contrabass Conversations is the most popular podcast for double bassists. Join the community and experience life on the low end of the spectrum!

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At just 18, London-based double bassist Eduard Marcu became the first bassist to win Junior Guildhall's prestigious Lutine Prize. Born in Romania and raised in London, Eduard began playing bass at age 10, developed his craft at Junior Guildhall, and... more

Chris Johnson is a New York–based bassist, educator, and creative force whose career spans the Sphinx Virtuosi, New York City Ballet, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and a wide range of chamber, commercial, and recording proje... more

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Jeanette Adams is a bassist, educator, and member of the nationally touring progressive bluegrass trio Stillhouse Junkies. Raised in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and trained at Lawrence University, she now lives in Colorado, where she performs around 1... more

Daniel Chiva Sanz returns to the podcast to discuss his latest project, Daily Mozart, a new technique book that applies concepts from his School of Patience books to the second movements and minuets of Mozart symphonies.

Daniel shares how his wor... more

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Recent Guests

Jeanette Adams
Bassist, educator, member of Stillhouse Junkies
Stillhouse Junkies
Episode: 1162: Jeanette Adams on community, creativity, and the touring life
Daniel Chiva Sanz
Composer and double bassist, author of Daily Mozart and other instructional works
Independent / Double Bass Headquarters
Episode: 1161: Daniel Chiva Sanz on Intonation, Audition Prep, and Daily Mozart
Cole Davis
Bass bassist and collaborator featured on the episode
Self / Cole Davis
Episode: 1159: Cole Davis and Jason Heath teach each other bass lessons!
Neal Miner
Jazz bassist, author of Jazz Melodies Just for Bass
Episode: 1158: Neal Miner on Juzeks, Golden Spirals, and the Art of Playing Bass Melodies
SoJung Kim
Associate Principal Bassist, San Francisco Ballet Orchestra
San Francisco Ballet Orchestra
Episode: 1156: SoJung Kim's journey from Korea to the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra
Orion Miller
Bass musician in the San Francisco Symphony
San Francisco Symphony
Episode: 1155: Orion Miller on preparation, structure, and trusting the process
Don Prell
Jazz and classical bassist with a long, storied career including the San Francisco Symphony
Episode: 1153: Remembering Don Prell
Noa Eve
Musician and lead artist on Late Bloomer
Noa Eve / Late Bloomer
Episode: 1152: Noa Eve on Late Bloomer, Edgar tuning, and finding your own musical lane
Hal Robinson
Principal bassist with a storied orchestral career; educator at Curtis and Juilliard; author of Hitch-hikin
Various major orchestras and educational institutions (Philadelphia Orchestra, National Symphony, Curtis, Juilliard)
Episode: 1151: Hal Robinson on technique, teachers, and tools that work

Host

Jason Heath
Host focusing on interviews and performances with leading double bass artists; coordinates guest conversations and explores practice, pedagogy, and career pathways.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 195 ratings
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1049837
    Taiwan2 years ago
  • The Podcast

    Of all the educational accoutrements available to bassists, this is one that should be in your ā€œbag.ā€

    Jason’s high-energy approach to virtually everything he does (check out his You Tube channel) coupled with solid production values makes his podcast series rewarding to all listeners—

    No hyperbole—you will learn something valuable as a bass player in virtually every interview in ā€œContrebass Conversationsā€ā€”make a point of checking it out.

    Phil

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Baugh
    United States6 years ago
  • This is a must listen to podcast

    Contrabass Conversations is a very informative source for bassists and all music enthusiasts. Jason’s interview style will make you want to listen to each episode again and again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BassGBN
    United States6 years ago
  • The greatest

    Jason Heath is a pillar of the online (and in person) bass community. I’ve literally been listening to the podcast for over a decade and it was one of the resources that got me fired up about music and bass before I went to college.

    The interviews are always interesting and Jason has a way of connecting with the guests and guiding the conversation toward new ideas and fascinating paths.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Euttalve
    United States6 years ago
  • The Humble Leader

    Jason has amassed perhaps the largest collection of interviews, articles, reviews, and blogs on the double bass in the world beyond the International Society of Bassists. He is our favorite ā€œman on the streetā€ colleague who delights in sharing what the world has to offer rather than promote his own fine bass playing and teaching. He brings humor, creativity, enthusiasm, humility and a wealth of knowledge to all his publications. His contributions are endless and invaluable. Bravo Jason.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Inner Game Guy
    United States6 years ago

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Quality production and host's engaging interview style are frequently highlighted.
Many appreciate the breadth of guests—from pedagogues to performing artists and advocates.
Listeners praise depth of interviews and practical takeaways for bass players.

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1160: What Bottesini Really Wrote - Mark Morton's Urtext Editions
Q: So what inspired this project?
Mark Morton explains that the project began decades ago after gaining access to Bottesini manuscripts in Parma; it grew from a passion to publish Urtext editions that reflect Bottesini's original notation as accurately as possible, with a long-term goal to cover all 84 pieces.
1152: Noa Eve on Late Bloomer, Edgar tuning, and finding your own musical lane
Q: What advice might you give somebody who was back when you were in Buffalo in the early stages of pursuing music?
Follow what excites you, put yourself in challenging situations to grow, and don't be afraid to chase the things you love even if the path isn't linear.
1148: Georgia Wartel Collins on Practice, Texture, and Creative Freedom
Q: How long have you been in New York now?
Two years, and the move was sparked by a spontaneous tour that created new energy and connections, encouraging a longer stay and deeper exploration of her own music.
1138: Seasons of Creativity with Casey Lipka
Q: What drew you to coaching, and how has your coaching work influenced your artistic path?
Casey talks about a year-long certification and evolving into a coach for other creatives, using coaching to help musicians, filmmakers, and authors better understand themselves and their creative processes, though she is currently focusing more on her artistry.
1138: Seasons of Creativity with Casey Lipka
Q: How did you discover the International Society of Bassists (ISB) and get involved?
Casey explains she joined through community connections, specifically being invited by a bassist (Mike Forfia) to participate and experience ISB firsthand, which led to meaningful interactions and opportunities at the convention and retreat.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Contrabass Conversations

What is Contrabass Conversations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on the professional world of the double bass, featuring in-depth conversations with leading players, educators, and innovators. Episodes frequently cover audition preparation, technique development, instrument setup, and career pathways across orchestral, jazz, and contemporary contexts. Guests share practical insights—from practicing routines and tone production to navigating the touring life, teaching philosophies, and project-based work—often highlighting mentorship, community, and the evolving landscape of bass playing. A standout aspect is the breadth of perspectives, including historic performance practice, multi-genre exploration, and advocacy for travel standards and instrument transport, which offers listeners a... more

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Recent guests on Contrabass Conversations include:

1. Jeanette Adams
2. Daniel Chiva Sanz
3. Cole Davis
4. Neal Miner
5. SoJung Kim
6. Orion Miller
7. Don Prell
8. Noa Eve

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