Gary talks shop with Blake Hinson, Assistant Principal Bassist of the New York Philarmonic! Blake and Gary talk about historic basses, new basses, big auditions, and choices as we build a copy of his Gagliano.
This video is also available ad and interruption-free at Upton Bass School. We’re cycling features in and out of our free Upton Bassics and have many new in-depth features in the works.
Get the woodburn above or choose one of our Bass Hero Quotes! Laserburned on tonewood, they are back by popular demand and make a fine addition to your music room or office.
Here’s some pics of Blake’s Santagiuliana copy:
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