Back by popular demand, the critically acclaimed debut CD of Tom's small and not-so-small groups playing the music of Charles Mingus
Techniques used by jazz bassists to improve articulation, apply dynamics and add rhythmic detail to their improvised lines. Coming soon from One Big Music Press.
Tom Hubbard, bass
Eric Halvorson, drums
This is a recording that I made in 1989 of a group that I led for eight exciting years. We performed the beautiful and challenging music of the great Charles Mingus almost exclusively.
Since moving to New York City in 1989 I’ve come to realize that one thing that we’re short on here is the time to invest in a project like this one. This group was able to perform, rehearse and record frequently without the constraints of budget, the loss of key players and the sparcity of gigs suffered by nearly all New York based ensembles. I think that, especially with regard to ensemble playing, the CD offers something you don’t find in New York. Give it a listen and see if you agree.
Wed Night Prayer Meeting (Excerpt)
Open Letter to Duke (Excerpt)
Coming soon from One Big Music Press…
In listening to and transcribing the work of great jazz musicians I've found something that they all seem to share: attention to detail. Their nuanced dynamics and articulation are things that set the masters apart from merely good players. These details impart a sense that the player has gotten deep inside the music and understands the emotional currency of a well turned phrase or the vibrancy of a cleverly accented line.
This book provides a method for the bassist to bring into his or her performance some of the techniques that make the work of our most respected jazz bassists so exciting.
The book is accompanied by a CD of all of the exercises played by Tom Hubbard.