Taught by renowned double bassist
Edwin Barker
Edwin Barker discusses the approach he uses for his left hand - how he uses body weight and musculature to close the string, and an in-depth discussion of vibrato. He presents some exercises to learn the motion for vibrato; time left hand movements to coordinate with the bow; and more.
Left Hand Setup
Edwin Barker discusses the approach he uses for his left hand - how he uses body weight and musculature to close the string, and an in-depth discussion of vibrato. He presents some exercises to learn the motion for vibrato; time left hand movements to coordinate with the bow; and more.
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