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Berklee Announces the 2024 Spring Bass Bash
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Berklee Announces the 2024 Spring Bass Bash

Boston will be rumbling on March 26th with a bass event of epic proportions. Berklee’s Spring Bass Bash will feature a veritable Mount Rushmore of bassists, including Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller, Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Anthony Jackson.

From the Bottom: Breaking Down Anthony Jackson’s Bass Line on “Where’s Mumphrey”
From the Bottom

From the Bottom: Breaking Down Anthony Jackson’s Bass Line on “Where’s Mumphrey”

In this episode, Paul Thompson dissects his favorite Anthony Jackson track and the musical game that ensues between the genius musicians of Eyewitness.

Julia Hofer: Our Love’s in Danger
Bass Videos

Julia Hofer: Our Love’s in Danger

Julia Hofer is back with another excellent cover and transcription video. In this one, Julia grooves Anthony Jackson’s work on Chaka Khan’s “Our Love’s in Danger” from the 1980 album, “Naughty.”

Berklee Bass Department Announces Paul Jackson Tribute Webinar
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Berklee Bass Department Announces Paul Jackson Tribute Webinar

Paul Jackson’s passing on March 18th sent shockwaves through the music community. Now a staggering list of his musical compatriots will be remembering him in a live webinar hosted by the Berklee Bass Department.

Andy Robertson Publishes “The Artistry of Anthony Jackson”
Sheet Music & Instruction

Andy Robertson Publishes “The Artistry of Anthony Jackson”

Anthony Jackson’s incredible bass playing is the subject of a new transcription book called “The Artistry of Anthony Jackson”. Written by Andy Robertson, it offers ten detailed transcriptions of the six-string pioneer’s bass lines.

Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten Host Chick Corea Tribute Webinar
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Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten Host Chick Corea Tribute Webinar

The world lost one of its best musicians this month when Chick Corea passed away from cancer at 79 years old. Now, the Berklee Bass Department is paying tribute to him with a webinar called “Chick Corea: Rhythm, Life, and Melody”.

Bailey, Wooten, and Patitucci to Host Free “Giants of Bass” Webinar
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Bailey, Wooten, and Patitucci to Host Free “Giants of Bass” Webinar

They’re doing it again! Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and John Patitucci are hosting a webinar on Thursday. This time they’ll be chatting with five giants of the bass: Ron Carter, Stanley Clarke, Steve Swallow, Anthony Jackson, and Christian McBride.

Steve Bailey, John Patitucci, and Victor Wooten Host “Pick Bass and Beyond” Webinar
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Steve Bailey, John Patitucci, and Victor Wooten Host “Pick Bass and Beyond” Webinar

Steve Bailey, John Patitucci, and Victor Wooten are continuing their weekly bass webinar this Thursday. The “Pick Bass and Beyond” roundtable discussion is slated to include some of the most prominent pick players of our instrument.

Zoom Webinar To Remember Rocco Prestia Scheduled for Thursday
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Zoom Webinar To Remember Rocco Prestia Scheduled for Thursday

The bass world lost a legend last week with the passing of Tower of Power bassist Francis “Rocco” Prestia. Now, a huge gathering of the bass community will be getting together to remember him.

Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and John Patitucci Host Free Drum and Bass Webinar
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Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and John Patitucci Host Free Drum and Bass Webinar

Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and John Patitucci will be exploring the deep connection between bass and drums in this week’s free Zoom webinar. The Bass and Drum Summit will feature three sets of masters that helped set the standards for groove.

Steve Bailey Releases Jaw-Dropping Duets Album, “Carolina”
New Albums

Steve Bailey Releases Jaw-Dropping Duets Album, “Carolina”

Steve Bailey has returned with a new solo album, or more appropriately, duet album. “Carolina” is an amazing 17-song collection that showcases the six-string wonder with a wide array of artists.

Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and John Patitucci to Host Free Webinar on Extended Range Basses
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Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and John Patitucci to Host Free Webinar on Extended Range Basses

This week on their recurring Zoom bass webinar series, the trio of Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and John Patitucci will be exploring the topic of extended-range basses. The webinar will include an impressive line-up of several bassists and luthiers.