paul chambers

I am not sure if these are useful to anyone but here are parts for PC's Whims of Chambers record. Here is quick practice video of the title track. I am thinking of releasing the incredible playalongs I make to practice with. If anyone can explain the dark magic behind the intro and...

And if possible explain shortly (or long if you feel like it) why that tune, walking line, solo, etc. is personal and why do you recommend it! I'll start with I recommend it because it's my favourite P.C. solo, it seems that Art Taylor knows exactly what P.C. is going to play (with his...

I love arco jazz solo's so I've been spending a significant amount of time recently thinking about how to use the bow as a jazz bassists. I also recently switched from German to French bow so have been revisting a number of my favorite arco solos to gain some fluidity with the new grip. I'm not...

This is Miles Davis's recording of Bye Bye Blackbird (learn about the song itself here) from his 1957 album 'Round About Midnight with Paul Chambers on bass. Along with the same group's live recording at the Newport Jazz Festival the following year, this is among the most well-known recordings...

Today is paul chambers birthday. List your favorite paul chambers story and or recording.

https://bit.ly/2se74On The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” It's been nearly 40 years since the sweltering New York City summer wherein I studied with a truly great teacher: Ron McClure The wisdom he imparted...