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Berklee Bass Department: Holiday Retrospective 2023
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Berklee Bass Department: Holiday Retrospective 2023

For many years, we’ve had a Christmas tradition here on No Treble, thanks to Steve Bailey and the Berklee Bass Department. The lineup is once again incredible too. Enjoy this 2023 Holiday Retrospective.

John Patitucci Electric Guitar Quartet: JLR
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John Patitucci Electric Guitar Quartet: JLR

Today is John Patitucci’s birthday, and we’re celebrating with one of his live performances with his Electric Guitar Quartet. “JLR” was recorded at The Jazz Gallery in October, 2022, and features Adam Rogers and Steve Cardenas on guitars and Nate Smith on drums.

From The Bottom: The Lost Ark of Bass Solos: John Patitucci
From the Bottom

From The Bottom: The Lost Ark of Bass Solos: John Patitucci

Paul Thompson recently discovered a gem of a bass solo played by (then) 21-year-old John Patitucci in 1981. In this episode of “From The Bottom,” he breaks down that solo - and more.

John Patitucci: What Is True Musicianship?
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John Patitucci: What Is True Musicianship?

Shouts Of Joy shared this video with some sage advice from one of the greats. John Patitucci shares his advice on the importance of work ethic, dependability, musicianship, and more.

Chick Corea Akoustic Band: Jazz à Vienne 1991
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Chick Corea Akoustic Band: Jazz à Vienne 1991

Zycopolis TV shared another gem with this video of the Chick Corea Akoustic Band performing live at Jazz à Vienne 1991. Watch Chick Corea, John Patitucci, and Dave Weckl performing “Round Midnight,” “Rhythm a Ning,” and “Quartet n°2.”

John Patitucci: one for brian
Bass Videos

John Patitucci: one for brian

I’ve been back on my 6-string, and as expected, I’ve been studying John Patitucci. His solo bass pieces show the ability to really make the bass sing. Here he is using his beautiful signature 6-string Yamaha on “one for brian.”

John Patitucci Trio “Live In Italy” Now Available
New Albums

John Patitucci Trio “Live In Italy” Now Available

John Patitucci had a fruitful tour of Italy in July of 2021, and now the rest of the world gets to hear the magic that happened along the way. His new album, “Live In Italy,” features him Chris Potter and Brian Blade.

“S’Low Down” Marks The Triumphant Return of Wooten and Bailey’s Bass Extremes
New Albums

“S’Low Down” Marks The Triumphant Return of Wooten and Bailey’s Bass Extremes

Two decades after their last release, Victor Wooten and Steve Bailey have unleashed the third Bass Extremes album. “S’Low Down” features the virtuosos with drummer extraordinaire Gregg Bissonette and a huge supporting cast.

Scott’s Bass Lessons Announces Bass Space 2022
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Scott’s Bass Lessons Announces Bass Space 2022

Scott’s Bass Lessons has announced Bass Space 2022, which they say will be the ultimate online bass summit. The three-day event will be held July 15th through the 17th with a huge list of guests.

Wooten, Bailey, & Bissonette Announce Bass Extremes Album Details, Tour Dates
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Wooten, Bailey, & Bissonette Announce Bass Extremes Album Details, Tour Dates

Ever since they first teased it in 2018, we’ve been dying to hear what the new Bass Extremes album will sound like. Now Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Gregg Bissonette have unveiled more about it. They’ve also unveiled a set of tour dates.

Le Coq’s “The Jazz All Stars, Vol. 2” Now Available
New Albums

Le Coq’s “The Jazz All Stars, Vol. 2” Now Available

Le Coq Records launched last January with “The Jazz All Stars, Vol. 1”. Now the fresh jazz label is showing off its impressive roster again with Volume 2 with John Patitucci, Chris Colangelo, and Ben Williams on bass.

Dave Stryker Releases “As We Are” with John Patitucci
New Albums

Dave Stryker Releases “As We Are” with John Patitucci

Guitarist Dave Stryker has released his 34th album as a leader and his musical maturity shows. “As We Are” includes a jazz quartet (with John Patitucci) and a string quartet.