The Hump With Katie Thiroux

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Larry Grenadier "The Humble Man" Sep 30, 2020

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The Hump is thrilled to announce our guest today. Bassist, Larry Grenadier! Tune in to find out why I call him “The Humble Man!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Larry's first instrument was trumpet?
➡️ He graduated from Stanford with a degree in English Literature!
➡️ He's been a member of Bad Mehldau's Trio for 25 years!
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
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👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
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👉 Discover Double Bass Is an amazing online learning resource with hours and hours of courses to choose from! Perfect for whatever your level is!
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Listen to Larry's music!
Solo Bass Record (2019 ECM)
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Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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John Goldsby "The Seeker" Sep 23, 2020

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The Hump is thrilled to announce our guest today. Bassist John Goldsby! Tune in to find out why I call him “The Seeker!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ John didn't start playing upright until he was 18 years old?
➡️ He toured with famous drummer, Louis Bellson?
➡️ He's been a member of the world renowned WDR Big Band in Cologne, Germany for 26 years!
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
👉 Discover Double Bass Is an amazing online learning resource with hours and hours of courses to choose from! Perfect for whatever your level is!
www.discoverdoublebass.com
Listen to John's music and check out his online courses!
Online Courses from Discover Double Bass
WDR Big Band
Books
Online Lessons
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Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Christian McBride "The Superhero" Sep 15, 2020

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The Hump is thrilled to announce our 2nd guest! The One, The Only, bassist Christian McBride! Tune in to find out why I call him “The Superhero!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Christian originally wanted to play trombone?
➡️ He went to Juilliard as a classical bass major?
➡️ He's performed, toured and recorded with the liked of Freddie Hubbard, Betty Carter, Roy Hargrove, Ray Brown, Diana Krall, Sting and SO many others!
➡️ He also hosts the wildly popular show on NPR "Jazz Night in America"
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
Listen to Christian's music and check out his NEW online course!
@chrmcbride
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Open Studio - NEW COURSE!
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NPR's Jazz Night in America
Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Amazon
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Edwin Livingston "The Silent Badass" Sep 07, 2020

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The Hump is thrilled to announce our 1st guest! The incredibly talented and creative bassist Edwin Livingston! Tune in to find out why I call him “The Silent Badass!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Edwin went from boy soprano to saxophone to bass?
➡️ He won a bass section audition for the Wichita Symphony Orchestra when he was an undergrad?
➡️ He's performed, toured and recorded with the liked of Elvin Jones, Natalie Cole, John Legend, John Clayton, Bill Summers, Seal and SO many others!
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
1️⃣ Discover Double Bass This is an amazing online learning resource with hours and hours of courses to choose from. Use promo code "KATIE" from now until September 16th to receive 25% off my course "From Beginner to Bandstand."
2️⃣ Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order.
Listen to Edwin's music and check Edwin out!
@edwinsing
www.edwinlivingston.com
Spotify
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Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.