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George Speed Releases “Bass Favorites and Transcriptions from the 18th Century”
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George Speed Releases “Bass Favorites and Transcriptions from the 18th Century”

If you’re looking to explore early works for the double bass, you’ll want to check out George Speed’s new album. “Bass Favorites and Transcriptions from the 18th Century” features his exquisite playing accompanied by pianist Heidi Louise Williams.

George Speed Releases “Vivaldi Sonatas”
New Albums

George Speed Releases “Vivaldi Sonatas”

George Speed has been performing Vivaldi sonatas for several years, and now he’s released an album of them. The Oklahoma City Philharmonic principal bassist performs all six of the Italian baroque composer’s works for cello in arrangements for double bass and piano. Speed has a clear, beautiful tone on the recordings, which also feature lush accompaniment by pianist Se-Hee Jin....