Bass Day UK 2009 book mark the date..

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Happy Holidays…. Looking Forward to Bass Day UK 2009

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BASS DAY UK WISHES EVERYONE HAPPY HOLIDAYS! 

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Hadrien Feraud at Bass Day UK 2008..

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Marcus Miller updates:

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Some of my favorite Bass players..Musicians, Manufacturer’s..

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Here are some of my favorite players, musicians, manufacturer’s …

Some you may know and some you may not.. Theres a mix of names and brands in no particular order except Jaco pastorious at the top of this post..

So have a good look and click: on the names next to the pictures to view their music etc…

Also try clicking on the pictures to view larger image:

 click: JACO PASTORIUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 click: Michael Tobias Design

   click: Michael Tobias Design

 Abraham Laboriel

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  Alex Acuna 

 Alex Acuna 

 click: Andrew Gouche

 click: Andrew Gouche

     Michael Tobias Design

Michael Tobias Design

 Michael Tobias Design

  Michael Tobias Design

 Michael Tobias Design

  click: John Patitucci 

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 click: HADRIEN FERAUD 

 click: HADRIEN FERAUD 

  click:  Adam Nitti 

 click: Marcus Miller

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The Poogie Bell Band   click:   The Poogi..

 click: Bobby Sparks

 click:  Matthew Garrison 

  click:  Norm Stockton 

  click: Drue Williams 

  click:  Wayman Tisdale

   click:  Bill Dickens 

NAMM Jam with Joel Smith & Bubby Lewis Gospel Chops/ NAMM/ Robert Lewis/ Bubby click: Gospel Chops/ NAMM/ Robert Lewis/ Bubby

click: Robert Lewis
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 click: Lathon Bass Wear

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 click: Nathan East 

 click: Damian Erskine 

click: Bootsy Collins 

 click: David Dyson 

  click: Zon Guitars 

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 click:  Cartaya’s Enclave 

 click:  Katsuji Morioka 

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 click: Jimmy Haslip

Jimmy Haslip Miami Studio Jaco Pastorius Big Band Jimmy Haslip Miami Studio Jaco Pastorius Big Band

 click: Mike Stern 

 click: Gotbass Productions

 click: Scott Pazera Implosion 

 click: Todd Johnson 

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 click: THE OFFICIAL Victor Wooten MySpace 

 

click:  Mbasses

  click: Dominique Di Piazza 

 click: Jerry Ericsson

 click: Jeff Berlin 

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click: Markbass 

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 click: Jeff Berlin 

 
Billy Sheehan, Marcus Miller, Stanley Clarke, Stu Hamm, Jeff, Victor Wooten in NY at Bass Player LIVE October, 2006.

 click: Tom Kennedy 

 click: Maurizio Rolli 

 click: Tony Levin

 click: Lorenzo Feliciati

 click:  Ciro Grieco

 click: Robin

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 click: Melvin Lee Davis

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 click: Steve Lawson - Bass 2.0!

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 click: Pino Palladino 

 click: Jack Bruce 

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 click:  Rick Danko

 click: Tony Franklin - The Fretless Monster 

 click: Chris Squire

 click: Stanley Clarke

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Prince click: Prince

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 click: John Entwistle Tribute 

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 click: Les Claypool 

 click: Stuart Hamm

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Lee Ritenour, August 2nd Great Gig!! Melvin Davis on Bass..

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Lee Ritenour:  August 1st - 2nd   jazz cafe 

 

World leading Jazz guitarist & Grammy Award winner plays exclusive show with fusion all star line up.

 

Lee Mack Ritenour, was born 11 January 1952, Los Angeles, CA, USA. Starting at the age of 16, Ritenour played his first session with The Mama’s and the Papa’s. Two years later he was backing Tony Bennett and Lena Horne .Know as “Captain Fingers,” Ritenour became a sought-after session player in the mid-70’s. Starting in 1976, at the age of 24, he began his own solo career which now includes over 30 albums and collaborations. Although heavily influenced in his early days by the relaxed styles of Wes Montgomery, Joe Pass and Barney Kessel, he now has his own distinctive sound and fluid style. Along the way, Ritenour has received 17 Grammy nominations, earned several gold albums, numerous #1 spots in guitar polls and the prestigious “Alumnus of the Year” award from USC. In 1981, he scored the pop15 hit “Is It You,” featuring vocalist Eric Tagg, which has also become a smooth jazz radio classic. He joined GRP Records in 1985 after recording for Electra the previous 7 years. At that time, he recorded the magnificent “Harlequin” album with GRP co-owner Dave Grusin. It was nominated for 4 Grammy”s and won 1 that year.

 

In the early 90’s, Ritenour teamed up with Bob James, Harvey Mason and bass player Nathan East under the name of Fourplay, who has released a number of soul/jazz/funk fusion albums for Warner Brothers Records. The first Fourplay album in 1991 spent an unprecedented 33 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s contemporary jazz chart.

 

In 1993, Ritenour topped the Billboard jazz chart with his accomplished tribute to Wes Montgomery. In 1997, Ritenour was a founding partner of i.e. Music at Polygram Records. The first release on i.e. music was a “Twist of Jobim” paying tribute to the great Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim. In 2000, he and Dave Grusin returned to their classical roots with “Two Worlds,” which remained on Bilboard’s classical charts for 51 weeks. His latest release Smoke N’ Mirrors was Inspired by his very first trip to South Africa in 2005, where he performed five hugely successful concerts at festivals in Johannesburg and Capetown, with Smoke N’ Mirrors, Ritenour takes an expansive, polyrhythmic approach, working with musicians from South Africa, Cameroon-West Africa, Brazil, Columbia, Peru and India.

 

Keyboardist/singer/songwriter/arranger/musical director Patrice Rushen has had an outstanding career with several Top Ten R&B hits, including “Haven’t You Heard,” “Forget Me Nots,” “Feels So Real,” and “Watch Out.” “Forget Me Nots” was the basis of Will Smith’s “Men in Black” from the blockbuster movie of the same name on Big Willie Style.

 

Lee Ritenour - Guitar

Patrice Rushen - Keys

Melvin Davis - Bass

Will Kennedy - Drums

And a good night was had by us all…

Melvin Davis pictured below in the middle of the Bass pack,

A master of the Bass Guitar a good friend and a brother in Christ..

Keep doing what you do..

God Bless.

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And here is a treat for you,

Lee Ritenour, George Duke & Marcus Miller

- It’s On, Ramsey lewis Legends of Jazz…

click video Link below to view…

 

Melvin Lee Davis interview

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Our Gigs attended (the Bass Pack) so far this year

2008..

The journey,             june 21st

George Benson,        july 1st

Victor Wooten,         july 5th

Return 2 Forever,     july 21st

Chaka Khan,             july 22nd

Lee Ritenour,           August 2nd

Stevie Wonder,         September 8th

Mark King(Level 42), October 19th

Music Live,               November 8-10th

Bass Day U.K. 2008,  November 9th

Richard Bona,           November 12th

 

 

 

Chaka Khan London IndigO2 Arena 2008 Another great Gig ‘Andrew Gouche’ on Bass

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CHAKA KHAN RETURNS TO THE UK

“ [Chaka] Khan is responsible for some of the most enduring moments in the past 25 years of popular music” - Daily Telegraph

“[Chaka Khan] Her voice could break your heart … and she is versatile enough to scat to jazz rhythms and swoon over soul… she is sublime” - The Guardian

One of the most iconic soul singers in the world, Chaka Khan, will return to the UK, to perform for 2 nights only in Birmingham and London. Showcasing songs from the Grammy award winning album ‘Funk This’ plus classic tracks from her 35-year repertoire.

IndigO2, London - 22nd July 2008

Khan releases in the UK the critically acclaimed album ‘Funk This’ on July 7th, and the single ‘Disrespectful’ featuring Mary J Blige on July 21st. ‘Funk This’ in some ways is a return to her musical roots with Rufus, a glorious collaboration with the super hit making team Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. It’s a tough ‘n’ earthy showcase for the gritty, in-your-face sound that first attracted Khan’s solid and loyal fan base. ‘Disrespectful’ earned a Grammy Award for the category ‘Best R&B Performance by a Duo’ and for ‘Best R&B Album’; making her a 10 time Grammy Winner.

Khan came to notoriety as the singer for Rufus, and five years later as a break out solo artist. Known for her catalogue of classic hits: ‘Tell Me Something Good’, ‘Sweet Thing’, ‘Everlasting Love’, ‘Ain’t Nobody’, ‘I’m Every Woman’, and ‘I Feel For You’. Khan is a timeless artist, who is a renowned proponent of ‘Old school’ soul music. Her energy, dynamism and passion for live performance over three decades, has brought her special brand of vocal magic to audiences across the world.

click: Chaka Khan to view chaka’s web site thankyou…

Chaka Khan - Image: www.myspace.com/officialchakakhan

2008  for me has continued with yet another fantastic concert a legend and a star. Her songs today are as fresh and as groovy as i can remember and after so many years  it was a real privilege for me to be at the gig to experience it first hand. A world class backline of musicians including Andrew Gouche (Musical Director/Bassist) helped to create the funk and soul that is associated with her music, chaka had everybody dancing and enjoying the show.

 

 

The marvelous Andrew Gouche on Bass (MTD)  

5 string + SWR Amp and Cabs

“Ain’t Nobody” by her old band Rufus. Tony Maiden from the group was back on stage with her, supplying crisp guitar funk and soul…

Beverly Knight

Beverly Knight and Chaka ” I’m every Woman”

My main man Andrew Gouche on the bass, He is also Chaka’s  musical Director and is one of my favorite Gospel Bass players along side people like Fred Hammond, Melvin Davis etc…

Click Link:  Songs By Andrew Gouche

 

video clip of the london O2 GiG i found on u-tube

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 DVD The Spotlight Collection LIVE CHAKA KHAN..

Product details

  • Format: Dolby, PAL, Widescreen
  • Region: Region 2
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: Exempt
  • Studio: Pegasus Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 26 April 2008
  • Run Time: 80 minutes

Reviews

Product Description
The queen of R&B/Funk wows an enthusiastic audience for One Classic Night at the Performing Art Centre in Malibu, California. Recorded in February 2007, Chaka Khan performs the hits that made her an icon of the 80s including Ain’t Nobody, I’m Every Woman and the global smash hit I Feel For You.
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DVD Chaka Khan    “ All The Hits Life [ 2008 ]

Product details

  • Actors: Chaka Khan
  • Format: Colour, DVD-Video, Extra tracks, Import, PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: U
  • Studio: ..
  • DVD Release Date: 15 Feb 2008
  • The legendary Chaka Khan is capture live in concert. Features 13 songs including ‘Ain’t Nobody’, ‘I’m Every Woman’, and ‘I Feel For You’.

Chaka Khan is a living legend. Her stature in the music world is legendary. Up there with The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd and other Iconic names, the survivors of the pop world, who are still up at the top after 3 decades and more. How do they manage it?? Others come and go, disappear without a trace, I think it must be their passion for their craft that drives them on without any limits.
This concert does have it’s shaky moments (the embarrassingly long costume change) but Chaka emerges and we forgive her for she says “thank you for being so patient with me”, and you cant help but love her even more.
The band here are out of the league, terrific talent that only someone of Chaka’s background would be able to amass, and then there are the backing singers who are all paid homage to by The Goddess as she gives them their own spotlight section as we watch and listen in awe.
A lot of the Rufus material is included here, which is fabulous as we are taken back to the very beginning of her career with a backdrop collage of images being displayed.
My favourite has to be “You Got The Love” as everything seems to go perfectly here and everyone involved is just SO into it and having a fabulous happy time.
When the credits roll after a delicious 80 minutes plus (!) you are still wanting more, and in complete admiration of this wonderful woman who has persevered, and as we are reminded in the performance, has most definitely been “Through The Fire” and survived, glowing even more with life’s joys at the other end.
All hail to Chaka, and long may she continue to be such a bundle of dynamite and a joy to watch.

Review by S. Hacking  (Watford, UK) 7 Mar 2008

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Don’t forget BASS DAY UK coming real soon..

 

Bass Day U.K. 2008

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Please visit the BassDay U.K. 2008 Website @  www.bassdayuk.co.uk

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BASS DAY UK 9.11.08
UKs largest bass event in Manchester city centre

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BASS DAY UK 2008 will take place 9.11.08

Royal Northern College of Music
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124 Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9RD

Doors open at 12.00, curfew at 23.00.
Tickets: 20 on-line / 22 on door. Ages 12 and under free !

For latest updates, programme and additional information:
Please visit the website: www.bassday.co.uk

BASS DAY UK on Sunday, the 9th of November.
The all day bass extravaganza will draw hundreds of bass
enthusiasts from all corners of the globe to The Royal Northern College of
Music in Manchester city centre.

Leading bassplayers from all over the world come together to showcase and demonstrate their talent, during performances and master-class sessions. This years all-day event allows the public to meet world class musicians in an informal, casual setting, giving them opportunities to learn and gain advice from professional players.

Bruntwood Theatre
Hadrien Feraud

(see schedule for full performance details)
.. and more ! … much more !!
we expose a broad selection of musical styles, bass playing techniques and advice.

Lecture Theatre
From students and beginners to professional musicians the largest
No.1 UK BASS event provides great enrichment opportunities.
Next to the artists, a wide range of name brands are represented.

Check web-site News for PRIZES to be won !!

Best UK Trade
Yamaha, MarkBass Amplifiers, Elites Bass Strings & Bass Centre, Music Man, Shuker Basses, Promenade Music, EBS, GB Guitars, Overwater Basses, A C Guitars, David Hall Amplifiers, East, Italia Arbiter, Ken Smith Guitars, Music Ground, Bass Guitar Magazine, Rotosound Strings and many more, take part in this event.

Visitors can try out the latest models of production as well as custom build
instruments, effects, amps at various stands over two floors of the venue.

BASS DAY UK 2008 will take place at:
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124 Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9RD
Doors open at 12.00, curfew at 23.00.

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BASS DAY UK 08 promises to be the event of the year for anyone with a leaning towards the low-end.
Hundreds of bass players and enthusiasts are set to converge on the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester for a show which will see leading bass players on stage to showcase their incredible talents in a series of performances and master classes.

Along with an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the finest bass players in the world, BASS DAY UK also offers a chance to check out the latest in bass gear from the very best UK trade.

There will also be educational lectures from leading music colleges.
The day will be a rare opportunity to see everything that’s hot in the world of bass - players, tuition and gear, all in one informal, casual setting.

Below are vidoes from previous  Bass Day U.K. Shows

 

 

                                       

Beauty and the Bass..

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Lets hear it for the ladies..The Beauty and the Bass.. its in the eyes and the ears of the beholder. The world is full of talented woman bass players, from every nation far and wide..For to long we men have muscled our way around the bass but the sensitive touch is what our ladies bring to the table..Below is just a small list of woman bass players, beauty X 2, the bass and the person. Remember we are all beautiful in Gods eyes…

 

I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves..

 

 

Wendy Phua

Singapore Female Solo Bassist:Composer

www.wendyphua.com  She’s an awesome bass player!!!

Wendy’s music is available at www.wendyphua.com. Give yourself a reason to check her new work out, and she’ll give you plenty reason to listen to her again.

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HEATHROW 

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 AMANDA RUZZA - “Brazilian Bassist”

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 Esperanza Spalding 

 

KURIKO TSUGAWA 

KURIKO TSUGAWA 

 KURIKO TSUGAWA 

 

 Caterina Palazzi 

Caterina Palazzi 

Caterina Palazzi 

Caterina Palazzi 

 

 Emily

Emily

 Emily  

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Shelley Nicole’s

Belle

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The Gallery Bass Merchant, The Place for bass!!

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             A recent Visit to the Gallery Bass Merchant in London Camden, whilst waiting for the Victor Wooten concert later that evening, has led to me giving them another plug(mention), so if you missed the last post… here is another plug, Great shop lads…

I tried out many of their basses and amps and it has given me a good idea of which bass i like and what suits my style of play.. One of my favourite basses that i tried was a MTD 5 String made in the U.S.A (Micheal Tobias Design), Beautiful sound Beautiful styling..

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 I was also very impressed by the Mark Bass Amps.. Nice and compact lightweight and very portable but yet they are regarded as a serious bit of kit. No messing here they have climbed the ladder and are now a major player, they are in amongst the big names mixing it with the very best of them.

   

 

PICTURED ABOVE: MARK BASS AMPLIFICATION.. and no its not Jonathon Ross that’s playing the bass, although you have to look twice…

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A positive example of the type of shop is the Bass Gallery for a friendly service

 

Pictured above is the Bass Gallery in London Camden. The Gallery team consists of Martin Petersen, John Chapman, and Alex Carter friendly staff who are always happy to deal with all your queries.

One of the things i like about their shop is the policy of and Quote: It is very important to us that you the customer leave the shop happy, and we like to receive feedback from any visit. We are proud of the shop and the work performed here and would like you to feel welcome. We believe our prices to be competitive, but if you find them otherwise please call us.

Now that’s what i’m talking about. Martin is always friendly and welcomes you every time you visit.. Welcome to the Sei Bass Homepage

So if your ever in London don’t forget The Bass Gallery in Camden well worth the visit!!

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 INSIDE THE SHOP

I know it means a lot to me when i go shopping to be greeted with genuinely cheerful staff who are passionate about the things that there selling..
So rounding of this post i want to say that even though i have also worked in the music shop industry and had to put up with Grumpy customers, yes!! Grumpy Customers you know who you are! i tried to be enthusiastic about the gear i sold and be myself. And now for those of you shop staff reading this Please remember to smile it goes along way..its a big part of selling.
Return customers always come back to places that they have had a good experience with. Useful tip!!
Please leave a comment maybe on your recent shopping trip, what was your experience?
Thanks
Eugene.

Get your bass serviced, upgraded, Give it more power with ADERE ENGINEERING..

Victor Wooten, Regie Wooten @ the Jazz Cafe 2008 FANTASTIC BASS EXPIERIENCE.

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 In January 2008, SMV entered the studio to record a CD and put together a summer/fall tour.

Look out for their European tour dates soon to be added.

Also look out for Victors new instructional Bass DVD a long with Anthony Wellington himself an accomplished bassplayer.

A new CD and  Book is also in the pipeline, exciting times ahead watch this space.

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Back to the nights performances at the Jazz Cafe Blink and you’ve missed it. I hope you were able to make it, believe me it was something really special.

Again we booked our place at the front of the stage early and waited.. We had previously booked a meal in the restaurant upstairs but decided to skip the meal and keep our prime place at the front of the stage as we didn’t want to miss out on the view.

I have included 2 video clips at the top of the page from the performance.

Victor used 2 Fodera Basses, 1 tenor bass and one standard, both were 4 stringers..

His backline amplification was a David Eden WT800 Bass Head and a David Eden 4×10 Bass   Cab  with a David Eden 1×15 Bass Cab.

Anthony Wellington used a Fodera 5 string bass and his backline amplification was a Gallien Krueger Stack both Head and Cabs 4×10 and 1×15.

Pictured above Regie Wooten super fast Guitar licks a great soloist himself.. The Teacher!!

With superb solo’s performed by all of the band we were treated to a night a sheer music genius. This was worth the wait. Victor shared with us that he was taught by both of his elder brothers who gave him a bass guitar when he was just 2 years old. He called them the Teachers as they in turn taught him the basics and now years later he teaches us. What stood out for me was the fact that they all seemed to enjoy playing as a band together and they were all equally as talented as each other. It was a night i was glad that i didn’t miss even though our booked table in the restaurant was left empty ( no rice and peas and jerk chicken that night) but we were full on the delights of the nights performance the place was packed What a full day which started  out with a visit to the Gallery Bass Merchant earlier an amazing music shop in Camden, when you go in the shop it takes your breath away they have so many nice things. Again if your in Camden it is well worth the visit, their stock is amazing.

A good evening was had by all. I learned alot from the gig one thing is for definite Victor is Awesome.. At the end of the gig he and the band stayed behind and signed autographs and chatted to the fans..

We left the jazz cafe at around 2.30am satisfied Our day started out at 11am leaving Bristol and with the visit to the Gallery Bass Merchant which took nearly all day coupled with the gig you could say it was a long day, but well worth it.

Thanks for looking in!!

Remember to stop by my site again.

Please let me know if there are any gigs coming up..

:THE VICTOR WOOTEN BAND
VICTOR WOOTEN - el. bass & vocals
REGI WOOTEN - guitar & vocals
KARLTON TAYLOR - keyboards & vocals
DERICO WATSON - drums
SANDRA WILLIAMS - vocals
ANTHONY WELLINGTON - el. bass & vocals
New Cd will be released in April 2008 on Telarc / Heads Up.

www.victorwooten.com

THE SUPPORT BAND:

Supported on the night by the ELIZABETH SHEPHARD TRIO from Toronto Canada a very tasty jazz trio. http://www.elizabethshepherd.com/

eliz_3.jpg A Singer, Song writer, and Pianist She reminded me  a little bit of Sandra Bullock in looks, pretty..  the Elizabeth Shepherd Trio was formed with Scott Kemp on bass, Colin Kingsmore on drums and Elizabeth Shepherd on piano and vocals.

     As far as being a “jazz performer”, Elizabeth does not count herself as one to be defined by a particular genre; her music comes straight from the soul, and is more than just what she does, but what she loves and who she is.

 

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Stanley Clarke - Marcus Miller - Victor Wooten

 

Pictured Below are some of the stock Books, DVDs, Videos, CDs
that i have available.
Victor Wooten - Live At Bass Day [1998]
DVD
The Best of Victor Wooten (Play It Like It Is) (Paperback)

Super Bass Solo Technique [1992]
DVD
Victor Wooten And Carter Beauford - Making Music [1999]
DVD
Bass Extremes Live [1994]
DVD
Bass Day 1998
DVD
Palmystery

 

 

 

 

What Did He Say

A Show of Hands
The Music Lesson: A Spiritual Search for Growth Through Music (Paperback)
Soul Circus
Yin Yang
 
Live in America [Live] [Double CD] 

 

 

 

 

Bass Extreme [Us Import] [Import]
Extraction [Import]

Vital Techtones 2 [Import]
Just Add Water
Victor Wooten-Super Bass Solo Tech. [1994]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

For Sale: Awesome Bass.. 1978 FENDER PRECISION BASS

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Hi Eugene,

Here is the first of many basses that I have for sale.

Kind regards,

Craig.

Item 1: 1978  FENDER  PRECISION BASS Sn. S890147

DESCRIPTION

ORIGINAL 1978 FENDER PRECISION BASS BODY (ALDER)
COLOUR: SALMON PINK RE-FIN.
REPLACEMENT MINT GREEN PICKGUARD
REPLACEMENT 1970′S DIMAZIO PB PICKUP
REPLACEMENT 1962 RE-ISSUE VINTAGE P/J FENDER JAPAN BRIDGE
ORIGINAL 1978 FENDER PRECISION BASS MAPLE NECK
ORIGINAL 1978 FENDER PRECISION BASS TUNING PEGS

SUMMARY

This bass is a fantastic player’s bass with loads of vintage appeal. The maple neck and Dimazio pickup give the bass a trebley growl that is perfect for cutting through the mix both live and in the studio. The bass is well balanced. It is easy to play and set up with new Rotosound Swing Bass strings.  The perfect machine for Rock, Blues, Punk or Metal.

GUIDE PRICEThis bass is an excellent example of a 1970’s work-a-day Fender Precision

 

and is priced to sell at just £ 899.00.

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