I started playing guitar around 1980. I found that I was more interested in playing bass and got my first bass in 1983. I began to develop an improvisational, chordal and contrapuntal style that continues to be a major part of my music. In 1989, I picked up a five-string bass and quickly saw the possibilities of having additional range. In 1991, I got my first six-string which was my primary instrument for 10 years until I ordered a custom 7-string bass from Hanewinckel Guitars in 2001. I am now exploring the 9-string bass which I may start using as my primary band instrument.
I have been studying the music of J.S. Bach since the early 1990's and am currently working on arrangements of the six Solo Cello Suites and the six Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin. I've performed a couple of these works live at Solo Bass Night I and II.
I play in the band (unpronounceable) with Kelly Back on guitar and Jan Jackson on drums. We play instrumental music that is based on many diverse styles.
Hey Dave! Thank YOU! I love your project! The Warr guitar player I was referring to is of the great great band Sharp Three, out of L.A. http://www.myspace.com/sharpthree
Hey Daaaave!!! I have a show at the Jupiter bar in Berzerkeley on Thursday April 3rd at 9:00. Divasonic is going to play as well. I REALLY hope you can come - I would love to see you!
HI thnx for the add & friendship ! Think it’s nice to be connected with musicians all over the world !!! Took some time to listen to your music and it sounds really GREAT ...COOL STUFF ….just love it !! Greetz from D E E Z E L (Belgium) and lots of luck in every thing you do!! If you can find the time check out my music too (thnx)
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Hello Dave Nice to have you as a musician friend. Besides the Chromatic Phantasy & Fugue, some other music I make ;-) Greetings from Germany Christiane
Hey David, how are you?? I wanted you to know Jimbo is playing at Nomad with me in march 22. his skills on the warr are amazing and he's only had it for a few months.. check it out if you can, hope all else is well, Randy
oh cool! yeah, let me know if you need help getting it together. I can't wait to watch the whole thing. :) It was fun playing with you guys, and i hope to do it again.
Hi Dave, I've been laying out with a wrist injury, but should be back to playing in just a week or two. When are you coming through to play with Bomani? dave
Nice... I look forward to hearing you play at rehearsal and seeing you get down with Divasonic my friend. I am glad you have so much energy for what she is doing. She tell me you are sick in the best way. Peace.
HI David, kudos for the amazing stuff you do on the bass - you push the envelope. I enjoy listening to you everytime. It was great sharing the gig with you last night and thanks for driving!!
Happy trails,
Ariane
Dave, GREAT show last night! Especially doug your compositions, and your wicked use of the looperlative! Nice!!
You started a great thing here in the Bay area. Kewl to be part of it!
Ariane
