THE NEW BOOK: The Working Bassist, What You Really Need to Know to Survive in New York City $14.95

The Working Bassist, What You Really Need to Know to Survive in New York City

Written for bassists and musicians alike, The Working Bassist, What You Really Need to Know to Survive in New York City, is designed to inform musicians and bassists interested in coming to New York City to pursue their musical endeavors. In addition to being informative, the series of interviews has been geared towards inspiring those who are already working musicians and bassists. The book contains over 30 interviews with NYC’s busiest bassists, including top session players, sideman, soloists, bass instructors and NYC luthier, Roger Sadowsky. In addition, author John Carey provides several helpful tips on how to survive in New York City as a working bassist.

REVIEWS:

“This kind of veteran information can be considered a kind of survival guide to becoming a working, professional bass player, and should be required reading at music schools.”

Mike Visceglia – bassist & musical director for Suzanne Vega

“John Carey has managed to put together a beautiful palette of colorful characters in his collection of interviews with New York City bassists, shedding light on how focus, dedication and perseverance helped each one of them make it in the ultimate metropolis of the performing arts. Carey’s book should serve as agreat inspiration for any new (or old) bass player trying to make it in The Big Apple.”

Patrick Pfeiffer – bassist & author of Bass Guitar for Dummies & Improve Your Groove

“John's book is a great primer for bass players entering the scene. As the Zen Master's say, ‘Fight your shame. Learn all you can from others. This is the secret to a successful life.’”

John Miller – Broadway contractor, bassist & music coordinator

“Carey has assembled a wealth of ideas for networking, sharing specific bass concepts, philosophy and equipment needs.”
 
Mark Egan – professional bassist

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