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Double Bass Simandle Studies in 1 Book

I probably posted something like this before, I am tired of carrying my three simandle book all over the place.

I have Book 1+2 and the Etude Book as well. I would like to get them all in one volume like the Trumpet arban does. If I can find it, I take what I have and just put them in a three ring binder with sheet protector.

I do have the Drew Version though. My teacher who is 90 years old, has been reworking and reviewing the Simandle Books with me. He has been playing over sixty years, not only is he working out the Simandle Books, but he is also working in helping me develop my Jazz Technique as well. Even though I have a BA in Music with the Upright Bass, I am finding I learning more studying again, and improving my technique as well.

What I thought was awesome was the Principle Bassist here for the Symphony had said study with my teacher as much as can, and he said continue to study with him for he has a alot of repect topwards him. He said he would teach me, just that he is so filled up in his schedule with private students as well.

Kirk