Contrabass Conversations

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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!

Recent Episodes
  • 1097: Katie Thiroux on her new solo album
    Jun 12, 2025 – 37:01
  • 1096: Warren & Flick
    Jun 5, 2025 – 49:42
  • 1095: Kostas Patsiotis on gear
    May 29, 2025 – 26:49
  • 1094: Chris Minh Doky on funk bass
    May 22, 2025 – 59:10
  • 1093: Michael Geib on his latest album and university life
    May 15, 2025 – 57:12
  • 1092: Mark Bernat on Bach
    May 8, 2025 – 54:37
  • 1091: Margarethe Maierhofer-Lischka on contemporary double bass
    May 1, 2025 – 01:07:12
  • 1090: Nina Bernat Interview and Recital
    Apr 24, 2025 – 01:01:50
  • 1089: Gary Upton on double bass innovation
    Apr 17, 2025 – 28:26
  • 1088: ISB Convention Preview with Rodney Jordan and George Speed
    Apr 10, 2025 – 19:56
  • 1087: Melody Ruiz on Thelma Terry
    Apr 2, 2025 – 18:27
  • 1086: Christopher Dammann on the Chicago jazz scene
    Mar 27, 2025 – 49:20
  • 1085: Kathryn Schulmeister and Andrew Mell on starting a double bass event
    Mar 20, 2025 – 33:01
  • 1084: The Artemis Bass Initiative with Nina DeCesare
    Mar 13, 2025 – 22:32
  • 1083: Adam Ben Ezra on Heavy Drops and his creative career
    Mar 6, 2025 – 25:22
  • 1082: TianYang Liu on solo, orchestra, and teaching
    Feb 27, 2025 – 43:51
  • 1081: Bruce Gertz on sight reading
    Feb 20, 2025 – 39:06
  • 1080: Javier Martin on his YouTube Channel
    Feb 13, 2025 – 27:56
  • 1079: Jake Thurston on his YouTube journey
    Feb 6, 2025 – 53:01
  • 1078: The Legacy of Francois Rabbath, from Cincinnati 1978–95 to the World!
    Jan 30, 2025 – 03:19:14
  • 1077: Alexandre Piazza on the "three worlds" of electric bass, jazz, and classical
    Jan 23, 2025 – 44:08
  • 1076: Yuka Tadano's Musical Odyssey to 1st call Broadway Bassist
    Jan 16, 2025 – 50:42
  • 1075: Redefining Classical Music with Kebra-Seyoun Charles
    Jan 9, 2025 – 37:01
  • 1074: 2024 in review and looking ahead to 2025
    Jan 2, 2025 – 23:40
  • 1073: Sidney King on his multifaceted career
    Dec 26, 2024 – 52:20
  • 1072: Joyful Connections - The Power of Music with Roberto Cassani
    Dec 19, 2024 – 31:39
  • 1071: Tim Cobb on the path to becoming New York Philharmonic Principal Bassist
    Dec 12, 2024 – 50:43
  • 1070: The Story Behind 'Lost Beauty' - Szymon Marciniak on Recording, Repertoire, and Gut Strings
    Dec 5, 2024 – 33:23
  • 1069: Exploring Music and Innovation with Petru Iuga
    Nov 29, 2024 – 45:21
  • 1068: Mastering Double Bass and Digital Presence with Emilse Rios
    Nov 21, 2024 – 40:58
  • 1067: Jazz Bass 101 with Matt Rybicki
    Nov 15, 2024 – 27:29
  • 1066: Brian Powell on Stravinsky for the double bass
    Nov 7, 2024 – 47:00
  • 1065: From Choral Singing to Bass Fiddler - Nate Sabat’s Musical Journey
    Oct 31, 2024 – 37:01
  • 1064: Exploring Intonation - A Double Bass Journey with Lauren Pierce
    Oct 24, 2024 – 29:13
  • 1063: Financial Strategies for Young Musicians with Trevor Jones
    Oct 17, 2024 – 46:57
  • 1062: Ali Watson - A Journey Through Jazz from London to Glasgow and Beyond
    Oct 10, 2024 – 51:55
  • 1061: From Biology to Bass - Aidan Plank's Musical Journey
    Oct 3, 2024 – 01:04:48
  • 1060: Mastering Auditions Through Technique and Intonation with Daniel Chiva Sanz
    Sep 26, 2024 – 43:10
  • 1059: Exploring the Rich Soundscape of Gut Strings with Ernst Glerum
    Sep 19, 2024 – 52:58
  • 1058: Into the Light with Sasha Witteveen
    Sep 12, 2024 – 38:02
  • 1057: From Naples to Berlin with Giuseppe Bottiglieri
    Sep 5, 2024 – 47:41
  • 1056: Mark Morton and his awesome books
    Aug 29, 2024 – 28:58
  • 1055: Audition prep with Brendan Fitzgerald
    Aug 22, 2024 – 01:06:24
  • 1054: Exploring the Rhythms of Tango with Pascale Delache Feldman, Emmanuel Feldman, and Victor Cayres
    Aug 15, 2024 – 28:20
  • 1053: Exploring Jazz Innovations with Bassist Richard Andersson
    Aug 8, 2024 – 27:29
  • 1052: Daniel Kimbro's solo album 'Carpet in the Kitchen'
    Aug 1, 2024 – 56:01
  • 1051: Alessandro Fongaro on his journey from Italy to the Netherlands
    Jul 25, 2024 – 41:09
  • 1050: Ben Ticknor on Never Come Down
    Jul 18, 2024 – 57:46
  • 1049: Renata Soares Caceres on Bass Bites
    Jul 11, 2024 – 32:23
  • 1048: Peter Dominguez on The Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass
    Jul 4, 2024 – 49:38
Recent Reviews
  • Mr. Baugh
    The Podcast
    Of all the educational accoutrements available to bassists, this is one that should be in your “bag.” 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 “Contrebass Conversations”—make a point of checking it out. Phil
  • BassGBN
    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.
  • Euttalve
    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.
  • Inner Game Guy
    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 “man on the street” 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.
  • newjam76
    Getting back to bassics
    Jason brings his A game every time he steps behind the mic, and knows how to bring out the very best in his guests. This show is a true asset to musicians and the podcasting community at large. Bravo!
  • Contrarex
    Excellent Resource
    This podcast is a fantastic resource for all musicians. From career advice to performance and practice. The topics and guests are insightful and intriguing.
  • Rico_Zim
    Crucial Resource for the Double Bass Community
    Playing an instrument is more about just the technical skills or even the musical artistry involved. It's also about participating in a culture around the instrument and the music. Contrabass Conversations has been the best way imaginable of bringing me into this wonderful culture of the upright bass and all the beautiful music it sustains.
  • Papaulet
    Great entree for amateurs to the full world
    This podcast gives me, as an amateur bass player, a wonderful entree into the full world of the string bass
  • bassygroove
    Contrabass Conversations is Cool!!
    It's been very encouraging to hear people's stories of their personal journey through the bass and music world. It's been great to pick up some insight from all these world class players. I feel this is a great resource for the modern bassist. I've encouraged students to tune in.
  • musiclover20172017
    Great podcast for anyone!
    I just love this podcast. Jason's ease of style with his guests makes you feel like you're in the room with them having coffee. I love tuning in to hear bass players and other musicians, as well! The one about Jason's early podcasting experiences and goofs had me laughing out loud. This is a must-listen!
  • a viola player
    great show
    I really enjoy this podcast and am continually impressed and inspired by the guests that Jason has on this show. Such a wonderful way to learn from his experience as well as that of other talented professionals in the music world.
  • jgeltme
    Jason Heath's Conversations
    Contrabass Conversations has changed the way I practice and organize my resources; keeps me motivated even at 67 years old and even though my instrument is electric bass, not double. Listening time well spent. Get this app and enjoy broadening your perspective.
  • drewphish
    Great Resource
    Contrabass Conversations is a great resource for not just bass players but all musicians. The interview subjects all have interesting stories and Jasonseems to ask the exact question you hope he asks at just right the moment. Highly recommended to all bass players and all musicians!
  • BassManToo
    Terrific Podcast!
    Great podcast that is both educational and entertaining.
  • Jeff_Eyrich
    URGENT: improve your audio
    Jason, I love the podcast but sometimes the interview-ees phoning in on cell phones or SKYPE are very difficult to impossible to understand. I've had to dump episodes I really wanted to listen to because I couldn't understand what-the-hell the interview subject was saying, sometimes compounded by an interview subject with a strong accent. To take this podcast to the next level you need to overcome this issue. There has to be a work-around for this. Don't you hear this when you listen to past episodes?
  • Lloyd Goldstein
    Great Job Jason!
    It has been inspiring and validating to hear the personal and professional journeys of accomplished bassists. Just listening to the way they think about and practice their art is insightful and motivating...
  • BassAwareness
    A Must Have!
    If you are a bass player you NEED to listen to this podcast! Getting a glimpse into the lives and brains of the greatest bass players on the planet is priceless. The resources this podcast provides are a must have!
  • cosmicsponge2000
    Big Fan.....
    I'm a Huge Fan of these Double Bass podcast.....Thank You soooo Very Much.....Can't Stop Listening Hahahaha
  • sfcajay
    Always enjoyable
    I love this podcast. Every episode is fascinating and inspiring.
  • 84watts
    We need more!
    I love these podcasts. Great interviews. There is very little media related to the double bass out there so this is such a jewel and great resource for the DB community. The last episode happened almost a year ago so I hope that wasn't the end!
  • Hdhhihxnbfjjdnhdjxfjxhnnfnkoigh
    awsome
    jason and this podcast are both awsome
  • Doctor Krug
    Great podcast for the double bass
    Really great resource for the community with lots a interesting information. Great job!
  • Dr. Phillip W. Serna
    An Excellent Music Podcast
    An excellent podcast focusing on musical issues related to the double bass. A genuine resource for any musicians seriously expecting to pursue music as a career.
  • CGS-
    Fantastic resource
    I always look forward to my weekly dose of news from the low end of the spectrum. This podcast and Jason's website are invaluable tools for teachers and players alike. Bravo!
  • chombajr
    Great podcast for the bass community
    Jason Heath is a powerhouse of new media production for the double bass community. His website and podcasts are fantastic resources for bass players and I highly recommend his podcast!
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