Upright (bass)--yike!

Subject: RE: Upright--yike!
From: Mitch the Bass
Date: 04 Nov 10 - 12:28 PM

I started to learn double bass in 1964 and I'm still learning.
I prefer the older Simandl method to Rabbath.

You'll need a strong left hand, especially the little finger and leather-like fingers on the right.

Do you have any specifics you're looking for? Ideas for easy bass lines, getting the finger positions right...

Mitch
http://www.hgmitchell.co.uk

Subject: RE: Upright--yike!
From: Jack Campin
Date: 04 Nov 10 - 12:17 PM

This seems to be the state of the art:

Francois Rabbath

Subject: Upright--yike!
From: Melissa
Date: 04 Nov 10 - 11:58 AM

I'm apparently about to get an upright bass within the next few days..and will need to be able to play it within the next couple weeks.

I don't need fancy stuff or elaborate instruction (yet) but sure would appreciate links, suggestions, hints, etc. to make my crash course easier with less wrong-turns.

I'll be playing OldTime, Old Country, mild bluegrass type.


Thanks,
M