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I read about the 'controversy' surrounding modifying bass parts, which I feel is appropriate, depending on the piece.. feel like so many pieces where the bas part doubles the celli, which I take personally and the bass is just a background instrument... and I'm tired of violinists writing in...

As a bassist playing other instruments, gets you to physically experience something different than the typical bassline- expands your musicianship! Highly encourage playing a melody instrument- a glimpse into their life... which increases your ability to support them... (I have a strong opinion...

And I love being the only bassist - get to do what you find fit to get the sound you're looking for..

What is your experience? I find playing shows to be one my favorite music gigs! Coming from a more symphonic background, I love the opportunity to learn new genres and expanding my bass skills! I have over 25 shows under my belt in a 6 year span! I absolutely love theater and wish I could major...

My secondary instruments include; trumpet (self taught that became 1st chair junior and senior year of high school), viola (4 years), and bassoon (3 years).. My goal in college was to play every orchestral instrument half decently... made it through strings, woodwinds, and brass before quitting...

Haha, naturally, cuz Ernest makes beautiful music! No, dude, he's a buttery beast! 1/2 size shen!

Heyo, fellow bassists! Thanks for all the input- did not rent out my bass! It was an interesting idea cuz I never thought of that before, ya know? No, Ernest stayed home, safe and sound, on his stand in his corner of my tiny studio, lol. Now we're gearing up for another musical!

My last reply was very hurried- had to get ready for a gig... It's a very small town, indoor, kinda jazz festival? My bandmate owns the lighting and sound company that's working the fest, so there'll be someone around who I trust with my bass and I know a couple of the organizers. My bass is not...

Thanks for everyone's responses! I'm leaning towards no- I asked cuz I couldn't find much info on how to loan out your bass, lol. The local bass shop closed down recently, so they were on the hunt for something. My bass is named Ernest and he's my baby! I was wanting to give some thought into it...

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I was recently approached about renting out my upright bass to a local music festival. I will be out of town that weekend, so I am giving it some thought- what would be things I'd need to consider? My bass has one of the best setups in my area and I take really good care of it, which would be...