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[Michael DiFebbo]

Originally Posted by Ken Smith

This week we are doing a Pops Concert of Movie Themes with 2 tunes that NEED an Electric or Amplified Bass being the Theme from Rocky and a Disney Medley. The Traps/Drums are across the stage from us and the Tymps are behind us. It's one huge Bass Arpeggio when we all try to play time. I suggested bringing my Amp and 'hooking-up' and the Conductor agreed. Yesterday we rehearsed it with me using an Amp playing 2-3x the volume of the other 3 Basses but the Drums, they got softer and decided to LISTEN to where the beat actually IS.

Now if we can only get the brass to follow as well ...

It is a very strange thing to try to play in time with set drums located clear on the other side of the orchestra.

[Ken Smith]

Originally Posted by Michael DiFebbo

Now if we can only get the brass to follow as well ...

It is a very strange thing to try to play in time with set drums located clear on the other side of the orchestra.

The Brass are never in time! That includes being on stage as well. I often say, 'the Bass section is NOT an Isle. Walk around!"

[Ken Smith]

Originally Posted by Michael DiFebbo

Now if we can only get the brass to follow as well ...

It is a very strange thing to try to play in time with set drums located clear on the other side of the orchestra.

Mike, it's you! My 4th Bass for tonights concert! (and the Mandolin in "The Godfather" theme).

Welcome to the Forum! See ya in a few hours. 11am now, 8 hours count down to the 7pm melt down (94 degrees!.. Ouch). Bring water, keep it under your stand.. Stay cool till then..