Christian Fabian
Long-time Lionel Hampton bassist tells the story of coming to America, playing jazz and scoring films while becoming one of the East Coast’s busiest bass…
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With over 800 one-at-a-time interviews with bass players of just about every style and genre, you’re bound to find somebody (or, more likely, lots of somebodies!) that interest you. Take a look around. You’ll find loads of inspiration tons of tips for learning bass!
Alexis Sklarevski
BIT department head talks to FBPO about his work with CSN, the Zappas, Carole King and Chuck Berry, as well as his world-famous publications
Read MoreRufus Reid
Jazz legend goes one-on-one with FBPO, as he discusses performing, composing, teaching and more!
Read MoreTerry Plumeri
Extraordinary interview with master arco jazzer, who’s also a conductor, composer and more
Read MoreBryan Beller
Bass superstar talks about the Zappa and Vai gigs, Berklee, solo CDs and more!
Read MoreBruce Gertz
Berklee’s bass guru provides invaluable words of wisdom for bass players of all levels. A must-read!
Read MoreMike Dimin
Solo bass master explains the chordal approach, his Berklee experience and high-tech bass gear!
Read MoreBrian Bromberg
Jazz bass superherotalks to FBPO, covering everything from his early days with Stan Getz to designing basses for Peavey, prolific CD output and more!
Read MoreRodney Whitaker
Michigan State University professor of jazz studies has shared the stage with Wynton Marsalis, Roy Hargrove, Diana Krall and Chick Corea
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