Tag: Double Bass
Thomastik-Infeld Expands Digital Archive with STRINGTELLIGENCE Initiative
The renowned string instrument manufacturer Thomastik-Infeld has launched STRINGTELLIGENCE, a digital archive aimed at deepening understanding of string technology and craftsmanship.
Reconsidering the Double Bass: A Perspective on Its Surprising Presence
The double bass, traditionally seen as a cumbersome instrument, reveals an unexpected lightness that challenges musicians’ preconceptions and invites renewed appreciation.
Innovative Acoustic Experiment: Crafting a Bowed Instrument from Drainpipe and Double...
A creative exploration in instrument making has yielded a distinctive bowed instrument constructed from an unconventional material—drainpipe—combined with a double bass string, illustrating innovation in sound production and craftsmanship.
JD Hill Revitalizes String Instrument Craftsmanship Amid Declining Traditions
Luthier JD Hill's dedication is reversing the decline in traditional string instrument making, preserving a crucial craft for classical music.
Exploring Bach’s Violin Sonata No. 2 Fugue Through the Double Bass
A recent interpretation of Bach’s Fugue from his Violin Sonata No. 2 reveals fresh insights as it is performed on the double bass, challenging traditional instrument boundaries and enriching the understanding of Baroque repertoire.
A Historical Overview of Classical Music and Its Evolution
An examination of the development of classical music across centuries, highlighting key innovations and their influence on string instruments such as violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
Upcoming Classical Music Festival on Hawaii’s Big Island Offers Diverse Artistic...
A classical music festival scheduled next week on Hawaii's Big Island will present a multifaceted program integrating various art forms, enriching the local cultural scene.
Sudan Archives Discusses Violin Performance, Technology, and Artistic Collaboration
Sudan Archives explores the intersections of violin playing, technology's impact on music creation, and the role of collaboration in contemporary artistry.
Applications Open for 2026 Session at Villars Music Academy in Switzerland
The Villars Music Academy in Switzerland has opened applications for its 2026 session, inviting strings players to apply for this intensive chamber music program.
Höfner, Manufacturer of Iconic Violin Bass, Enters Insolvency Proceedings
Höfner, renowned for crafting the violin bass famously played by Paul McCartney, has filed for insolvency, signaling financial challenges for the historic instrument maker.
