Video Rewind- The Big Gamble live @ Club 400 with Alyce Hart!
Let’s rewind to 2017!
Alyce Hart wrote the lyrics to this, The Big Gamble, based on some family turmoil I was having at the time. I had the idea, the music, but couldn’t put the words to it. Ally did an incredible job with these- she has an amazingly deft hand at lyric writing!
Video Rewind- Hallelujah, by Jeff Buckley
Here’s one from a little while back- and arrangement of Jeff Buckley’s (via Leonard Cohen) Hallelujah.
Here’s one from a little while back- and arrangement of Jeff Buckley’s (via Leonard Cohen) Hallelujah. I used to do a lot more living/dining room playing before my son and fiancé came along. The acoustics are pretty nice up there! This happened to be done around Christmas time, though it’s probably not the best Christmas song. Or maybe it is? YOU decide!
MOD Dwarf- Walkthrough and Early Impressions
I recently received my Kickstarter-backed MOD Dwarf, from MOD devices. This is a walkthrough of the device and early impressions, from a bassists' perspective.
I recently received my Kickstarter-backed MOD Dwarf, from MOD devices. This is a walkthrough of the device and early impressions, from a bassists' perspective. I've only had this for a couple of weeks now and am still working through it, but I hope this gives you a solid look at some of what this cool little unit can do.
www.bentitusmusic.com
www.moddevices.com
www.skjolddesign.com (not Skjold Bass, whoops! Gotta love live!)
Video Rewind- Intro to Spain, by Chick Corea
Video Rewind- a tribute to the late, great Chick Corea.
Like many, I was hit a bit hard by the loss of the legendary Chick Corea. I’ve had this song as a staple of my solo set for years, and it seemed fitting to record this in the wake of Chick’s passing.
Video Rewind- I Want You (She’s So Heavy)
Here’s another one from the archives- check it out!!
Here’s another one from the archives. I came up with this arrangement to perform at Gerald Veasley’s Bass BootCamp several years back for a faculty recital. The theme was Beatles, and there were so many wonderful performances that night- great times! Anyways, hope you enjoy, let me know what you think!
Unboxing the Mod Dwarf!
After a COVID-induced very long wait, the MOD Dwarf, a multi-effects and modeling unit has arrived!
After a COVID-induced very long wait, the MOD Dwarf, a multi-effects and modeling unit has arrived! I back this on Kickstarter in fall of 2019 and was intrigued by the ability to edit from a computer or tablet, and the small footprint.
Coming soon- video reactions and walkthroughs as I get more comfy with the unit! Until then- here is the unboxing and first impressions!
MCC’s ‘What The World Needs Now
This was a really cool project to be a part of, and the first project of 2021. The folks at the Milwaukee Children’s Choir are on their game for these kids!!
The combined choirs of MCC perform “What The World Needs Now’ from a May 15th Virtual Concert, featuring special guests Alan Muraoka from Sesame Street, The Hong Kong Children’s Choir, Anthony Murphy from Disney’s Aladdin, and more!
Video Rewind- Solo Bass Arrangement of Radioactive
A blast from the past here that’s been making appearances on recent solo and duo gigs- check out my arrangement of ‘Radioactive’, by Imagine Dragons for solo bass with looper.
A blast from the past here that’s been making appearances on recent solo and duo gigs- check out my arrangement of ‘Radioactive’, by Imagine Dragons for solo bass with looper. My video and audio abilities have improved a bit since then, so maybe it’s time for a revisit? Let me know!