How high is your bass?

[Calvin Marks]

Look, I've studied with Karr, so I fully understand what he's trying to achieve with his technique and posture. I've also had very detailed discussions with him and he's told me outright that he almost always bows incredibly close to the bridge because he feels that's where the clearest and most projecting tone is for solo playing. He also mentioned that his technique needs to be adapted to different settings, such as playing in an orchestra where always playing with the bass completely vertical and with the end-pin out doesn't make very much sense for playing Bruckner 9, which is true.

If you actually talk to Gary, or study with him, you'll see that he's his own biggest critic...He's also an incredibly nice man and he knows that one method is not the answer.

I also went to your website, great looking bass by the way! It seems that you gently rock the instrument inwards...Not exactly what Gary preaches, nevertheless it seems to work for you, correct?