Mark Dresser is a Grammy nominated, internationally renowned bass player, improviser, composer, and interdisciplinary collaborator. At the core of his music is an artistic obsession and commitment to expanding the sonic, musical, and expressive possibilities of the contrabass. He has recorded over one hundred forty CDs including three solo CDs and a DVD.

Mark’s latest solo album is Tines of Change, which features luthier Kent McLagan’s innovative bass designs, including a set of metal tines that can be bowed and plucked.

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Mark's website https://markdresser.com/
Tines of Change (album) https://markdresserpyroclastic.bandca...
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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro
00:53 Exploring the Bass: An Orchestra in Itself
02:34 Innovative Techniques and the Evolution of Bass Playing
03:04 Crafting Unique Sounds: The Journey with Kent McClagan
08:47 The Art of Album Creation: From Improvisation to Recording
10:36 Navigating the World of Music Publishing and Distribution
12:08 The Physical Medium: Reflecting on CDs and LPs
13:40 The FiveString Bass: Expanding Musical Horizons
16:02 Notation Challenges and the Future of Music
23:32 Harmonics, Timbre, and Emotional Expression
32:01 The Process of Musical Discovery and Innovation
38:17 A Glimpse into Future Projects and Closing Thoughts

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