Category Archives: Interviews

Doug: Recently, I was hired for a gig to play acoustic bass. I had never met the band leader before, but he told me “I called Bill, Jim, Andy, Robert, (fake names here) and none of them were available. I’m … Continue reading →

Doug: Ben, you and I are both originally bass players. At the Blue Note jam session, you play archtop guitar, and I play organ. First of all, let me say it’s a pleasure to be able to play with you, … Continue reading →

Doug: According to your Reverb Nation music page, you came to the United States about 4 years ago. What drove you to leave behind your music career in Moscow and transition to the Triangle area of North Carolina? Janna: Marriage … Continue reading →

Doug: Todd, it seems like a lot of musicians today choose to be very specialized about what to play. I’ve seen musicians who are so focused on jazz that they seem to be completely unaware of any other types of … Continue reading →

Doug: Frank, we’ve known each other for about 10 years, and I’ve noticed that there’s nothing that you can’t do. You’re a professional level pianist and trombone player. You also play drums and bass very well. You were a church … Continue reading →

Doug: Tedd, I enjoyed hearing you play at the Blue Note Grill jazz jam! When we spoke for a minute, you were describing your practice routine. As a dad, I especially enjoyed the fact that you prefaced it with “Before … Continue reading →

Recently I had a chance to interview Nick Russo via email: Doug: Nick, for musicians it is a technical goal to be able to play music with solid, steady time. Most musicians will practice music and etudes with a metronome. … Continue reading →