This special episode features an interview between renowned double bass pedagogue George Vance and Cleveland Orchestra bassist Henry Peyrebrune. This interview was transcribed by Johnny Hamil and Christian Chesanek and used for the genesis of an article in the International Society of Bassists’ Bass World (Vol. 41. No. 2).
A big thanks to everyone involved in making this audio available. Learn more about George Vance and his influence in this 2018 episode featuring several past guests.
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