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Petros Klampanis: “Countdown” Solo Looping Double Bass

Petros Klampanis: “Countdown” Solo Looping Double Bass

Here’s an awesome rendition of the classic John Coltrane tune “Countdown,” performed by Petros Klampanis. The bassist gets creative with harmonics, insane rhythms, and a shaker attached to his ankle. »

Petros Klampanis: Solo Double Bass Arrangement of Skylark

Petros Klampanis: Solo Double Bass Arrangement of Skylark

Petros Klampanis sent us this video of his solo bass arrangement for the jazz standard ballad “Skylark.” This track is also featured on his solo debut album, Contextual. Klampanis plays the head in a “Boleroish” way before busting out the looper at the end for a mesmerizing vamp. Have a video you’d like to share?... »

Petros Klampanis: Basscape

Petros Klampanis: Basscape

Greek bassist Petros Klampanis proves for us again that all you need is bass. Utilizing his upright and a looper, Klampanis lays down a cool groove on his tune “Basscape,” written in 11/8 time. »

Petros Klampanis Releases Contextual

Petros Klampanis Releases Contextual

Bassist/composer/arranger Petros Klampanis has released his debut album, Contextual, on Inner Circle Music. The ten track collection includes a mix of original compositions and covers, including a rousing rendition of the Beatles’ “Blackbird,” featuring the vocals by Gretchen Parlato. Klampanis also tackles electric bassist Gary Willis’ “The Necessary Blonde” with a string quartet arrangement. Among... »