FBPO Exclusive Interviews

	Peter Askim This energetic young composer, conductor, performer and educator leads the bass effort at California's Idyllwild Arts Academy. Read interview

	Victor Bailey Jazz/funk superstar shares his musical upbringing, establishing himself in the big city and (gasp!) stepping into Jaco's shoes! Read interview

	Bryan Beller Bass superstar talks about the Zappa and Vai gigs, Berklee, solo CDs and more! Read interview

	Tim Bogert This true rock legend tells about his days with Vanilla Fudge, Jeff Beck, BIT and more! Read interview

	Brian Bromberg Jazz bass superhero covers the early days with Stan Getz to designing basses for Peavey to his prolific CD output and more. Read interview

	Al Caldwell "Travelin' Black Hillbilly" talks about the Vanessa Williams gig, his 11-string MIDI bass and more. Read interview

	Mike Dimin The solo bass master explains the chordal approach, the Berklee experience, the Bassics gig and high-tech bass gear! Read interview

	Peter Dominguez Oberlin's bassmaster shares his worldly insights and offers advice for playing jazz, classical and more. Read interview

	Uriah Duffy Musical chameleon talks about life as Whitesnake's bass player, life on the road and being proficient in every style. Read interview

	Mark Egan This in-demand bassist shares his insights on Jaco, the Metheney gig, his collection of exotic basses, current projects and lots more! Read interview

	Christian Fabian Long-time Lionel Hampton bassist tells the story of coming to America, playing jazz, scoring films and becoming one of the east coast's busiest bass players! Read interview

	Ed Friedland Writer, educator and bass "chameleon" tells FBPO about his books, DVDs and rekindled interest in country, rock, blues, R&B, salsa and swing! Read interview

	Bruce Gertz Berklee's bass guru provides invaluable words of wisdom for bass players of all levels. Read interview

	Gary Grainger Baltimore native discusses the John Scofield gig, designing basses, equipment preferences, recording projects and more. Read interview

	Barry Green Symphony player, composer and educator shares insights on orchestral playing, programs for young bassists, his mega-popular "Inner Game" series and more. Read interview

	Stuart Hamm Superstar bassist discusses early influences, the Berklee experience, gigs, gear, current and future projects and more! Read interview

	Ritt Henn Bass player/songwriter/actor/TV producer (and one funny guy!) talks about the gigs with Buddy Rich and Chuck Berry, Broadway performances, CD projects and more. Read interview

	Jerry Jemmott Read what this true bass legend has to say about working with Aretha Franklin, King Curtis, B.B. King, Wilson Pickett and countless others. Read interview

	Vail Johnson Long-time Kenny G bottom man tells a great story about being a sideman (Herbie Hancock, Stevie Nicks) as well as an energetic leader. Read interview

	Mimi Jones Multi-talented bassist, vocalist composer, discusses her jazz upbringing, traveling for the State Department, new CD and more! Read interview

	Tom Knific Bassist/composer/educator recounts his stellar career with Dave Brubeck, John Abercrombie and Art Farmer and offers advice for playing classical, jazz and more! Read interview

	Dave LaRue Long-time Dixie Dreg tells FBPO about gigs, equipment, publications, solo projects and more. Read interview

	Glenn Letsch Robin Trower's bass player recounts gigs with Gregg Allman and Ronnie Montrose to Orville Redenbacher commercials to SIMS computer game soundtracks. Read interview

	Marshall Lytle Original bassist with Bill Haley & the Comets is still Rockin' Around the Clock after all these years! Read interview

	Mike Merritt Conan O'Brien bassist and the son of jazz bass legend Jymie Merritt is a star in his own right. Read interview

	Adam Nitti Post-fusion bass powerhouse discusses technique, CD releases, online bass instruction and more. Read interview

	Terry Plumeri Extraordinary interview with master arco jazzer, who's also a conductor, composer and more. A most unusual musician! Read interview

	Chuck Rainey One of the most recorded bass players in music history tells all about the records, movie soundtracks, TV shows, commercials, life in the studio and on the road. Read interview

	Rufus Reid Jazz legend discusses performing, teaching, composing and much more! Read interview

	Frank Russell First-call Chicago bassman describes his musical upbringing, collaborations with Darryl Jones, technique, equipment, solo CDs and more. Read interview

	Harvie S Veteran jazz star and educator discusses bass influences, record dates, being a sideman and stepping out as a leader. Read interview

	Joe Santerre The teacher of many bass greats, including Bryan Beller, Chris Chaney and Tom Hamilton, offers FBPO readers advice on how to be a better bass player. Read interview

	Lynn Seaton This alumnus from the Woody Herman and Count Basie bands offers his insights on being a jazz bass powerhouse. Read interview

	Avery Sharpe Raised in the church, 20 years with McCoy Tyner, stints with Archie Shepp and Art Blakey, brand new CD and more. Read his story. Read interview

	Leland Sklar Bass legend recounts four decades of studio bass superstardom, including the musicians, equipment, Toto and, or course, that beard! Read interview

	Alexis Sklarevski BIT department head talks about his work with CSN, the Zappas, Carole King and Chuck Berry, as well as his world-famous publications. Read interview

	Charlie Souza Rock veteran recounts his gigs with Gregg Allman, Tom Petty and his current position as bass player for the New Rascals. Read interview

	Rob Stoner Former Dylan bandleader shares his experiences with Dylan, American Pie, songwriting, session work and much more. Read interview

	Rodney Whitaker Current Michigan State University professor of jazz studies has shared the stage with Wynton Marsalis, Roy Hargrove, Diana Krall, Diana Reeves, Chick Corea and many others. Read interview

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