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!
Contrabass Conversations
Claim This Podcastby Jason Heath
4.9(145 reviews)
1,178 episodes
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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!
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Recent Episodes
May 28, 2026
1147: Unsung Songs - David Bowden Goes Solo
Host Jason Heath interviews bassist David Bowden about his solo album "Unsung Songs," exploring his creative journey, influences, and approach to playing and composing.
May 22, 2026
1146: Twelve Bees in a Jar - Rosie Moon's Dragonetti Waltzes on Three Strings
Contrabass Conversations host Eric Hochberg interviews bassist Rosie Moon about her multi-year project exploring Dragonetti's music on a three-string bass and historical equipment.
May 14, 2026
1145: Bowen Ha on his audition process
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href= "https://www.sfsymphony.org/Data/Event-Data/Artists/H/Bowen-Ha">Bowen Ha</a></span> <span class="s2">joined the San Francisco Symphony at the start of the 2024–25 season after training at Juilliard with Timothy Cobb and Harold Robinson, and appearing as a substitute with major orchestras.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s2">Born in Shanghai, Bowen's path ran from piano to cello and finally to bass, through Interlochen, the Shanghai Conservatory's affiliated program, and Juilliard.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s2">We dig into the nuts-and-bolts of what changed between Bowen's early pro auditions and his San Francisco win: obsessing over details and doing daily metronome work.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s2">Enjoy, and connect with Bowen on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bowenh_prac/"><span class= "s1">Instagram</span></a> and <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@bowenha4301"><span class= "s1">YouTube</span></a>!</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s2"><strong>Connect with DBHQ</strong></span></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1"><span class="s2"><a href= "https://jason-heath-llc.ck.page/double-bass-news">Join Our Newsletter</a></span></li> <li class="li1"><span class="s2"><a href= "https://doublebasshq.com/">Double Bass Resources</a></span></li> <li class="li1"><span class="s2"><a href= "https://shop.doublebasshq.com/">Double Bass Sheet Music</a></span></li> <li class="li1"><span class="s2"><a href= "https://shop.doublebasshq.com/collections/merch">Double Bass Merch</a></span></li> </ul> <p class="p1"><span class="s2"><strong>Gear used to record this podcast</strong></span></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li2"><span class="s3"><a href= "https://lasso.to/b8bu7ynr3i/">Zoom H6 studio 8-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder</a></span></li> <li class="li2"><span class="s3"><a href= "https://amzn.to/493TfqW">Rode Podmic</a></span></li> <li class="li2"><span class="s3"><a href= "https://lasso.to/0SGRnsIu0V/">Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera</a></span></li> <li class="li2"><span class="s3"><a href= "https://lasso.to/icUCNhfCjA/">Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens</a></span></li> <li class="li2"><span class="s3"><a href= "https://lasso.to/3TqQW2qIiW/">Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM Lens</a></span></li> </ul> <p class="p1"><span class="s2">When you buy a product using a link on this page, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting DBHQ.</span></p> <p class="p5">Theme music by <a href= "https://erichochberg.com">Eric Hochberg</a></p>
1,178 total episodes available with 57 transcripts
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