Moving from Seattle to New Orleans

[hyperba55]

So it's official - I am moving from Seattle to New Orleans in the spring. It's work related and a great career move, and I am excited.

Any NOLA bassists out there? Any tips, tricks, or things to know?

Thanks!

[jazzbo58]

I've been here all of my life. Spring is a great time to be here! Good music fest are taking place and it's not to hot outside! Lots of wonderful musicans. Welcome!

Cheers,
Jim

[zfunkman]

Originally Posted by hyperba55

So it's official - I am moving from Seattle to New Orleans in the spring. It's work related and a great career move, and I am excited.

Any NOLA bassists out there? Any tips, tricks, or things to know?

Thanks!

I lived in Seattle for 10 years. Moved back to L.A. 7 years ago. Just checking out your fine collection I'll asume you are a top notch player. I was involved in and have many friends in the Seattle music scene. I miss Seattle. I miss Skerik, Thadeus, Joe Doria, Ron Weinstien and all those lilttle projects they do. Crack Sabath rocks! Love N.O. too; the summers are a bit rough though. Good Luck!

[jmarcus2]

Originally Posted by hyperba55

So it's official - I am moving from Seattle to New Orleans in the spring. It's work related and a great career move, and I am excited.

Any NOLA bassists out there? Any tips, tricks, or things to know?

Thanks!

Welcome! Advice? Get out and meet folks.but be ready to sit in. Nobody here cares about your resume.

[Stick_Player]

What a fabulous city for music! It's EVERYWHERE!

[hyperba55]

It is an awesome city - I can't wait.

Any advice on meeting people, getting to jams, starting to make a name? Craigslist in Nola isn't overly active ..

Are thre some jam session posted online?

Thanks!

[Raymeous]

Grunge to Dixiland? Interesting choice.

[geckoman1220]

I'm a bassist in New Orleans, here for college. I also used to live in seattle a few years back. one day I'll move back. I've only been playing with people on campus since being here, so no advice on getting out there and sitting in with people.

great place if you love jazz and brass bands.

[hyperba55]

Well, grunge isn't alive and well in Seattle (I won't say it's dead yet, but it is getting there). Nola, at least from my experiences, has all different types of music. I hope to put something decent jazz/fusion wise together. That, and maybe a fun party band ...

I just need to know how to start making things happen :-)


Zfunkman, I used to live in LA too - back in the mid-90's. fun times!

Originally Posted by Raymeous

Grunge to Dixiland? Interesting choice.

[Raymeous]

I lived in Washington for a few years and I've visited "nah-lins" and although a they are quite different in over all vibe, they both have an active arts scene. I would probably just head out and check out the local clubs and bars, see what's going on, and make yourself known to the local musicians.

Don't be the "can I sit in" guy. They're annoying. Just go up after the band has packed up and say "Good job" and introduce yourself. Try not to sound too desperate but let them know you're a recent transplant and you play. Generally speaking they will be able to point you in the right direction.

Good luck and enjoy the new life.

[mjac28]

Both of my parents were born there plenty of relatives great town love it congrats and good luck.