The Bass is one of the largest and lowest instruments in the orchestra. Learn how it evolved and was used over the centuries, how it can play solos just like any other instrument, and more!

Show Notes

The Bass extension

Performances and recordings of Robert Oppelt

Giovanni Bottesini, Elegy No. 1 in D major

Serge Koussevitzky - Chanson Triste, Opus 2

Domenico Dragonetti - Waltz No. 3 for solo double bass