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tonebase Double Bass Course

Fiddle Shuffle Bow Rhythms

Taught by renowned double bassist 

Paul Kowert

Paul Kowert discusses bowing techniques he uses to bridge the gap between these roles, and create a multi-functional bass line. This involves taking the role of a rhythm section and a melodic instrument all while keeping the ensemble grounded with the bass frequencies. Get ready for a bow workout here!

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    Difficulty: 
    intermediate
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    Duration: 
    1
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Course Syllabus

Fiddle Shuffle Bow Rhythms

Paul Kowert discusses bowing techniques he uses to bridge the gap between these roles, and create a multi-functional bass line. This involves taking the role of a rhythm section and a melodic instrument all while keeping the ensemble grounded with the bass frequencies. Get ready for a bow workout here!

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Paul Kowert

Bassist for the famous progressive acoustic quintet Punch Brothers, as well as the supergroup Hawktail, Paul Kowert is a unique musician and stand-out bassist who defies expectation in the folk music scene.

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