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The Legacy of Joseph Guastafeste: Longtime Principal Bassist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Double Bass Essentials: 10 Tips to Help You Thrive as a Beginner

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Remembering double bassist Richard Davis

Why is double bass so underrated?

How to “Fake It” Successfully in Orchestra on Double Bass

Remembering David Neubert

In Memory of Robert Black: An Extraordinary Double Bass Performer

International Society of Bassists Convention 2023

6 Apps that Help with Double Bass Practicing

How bridge adjusters work on double bass

Top 10 most annoying stand parter traits

Remembering double bass educator Murray Grodner

How much of a difference does it make to change your double bass strings?

Five books for developing a good double bass practice routine

Removing rosin from your double bass – what works?

How to play pizzicato faster on double bass

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