How to Make a Conductor Smile

Symphony of Northwest Arkansas (preconcert talk)
7 January, 2023 - Fayetteville, Arkansas
The audio quality isn't the best (it's from an iPhone in the audience surrounded by squeaky chairs), but it's worth it for the reaction from Maestro Haas and Jarrett Bastow (our principal bassist).

[@kaylamattheashames3289]

It's so incredible to see the subcontrabassoon live on a stage, to think of back a few years ago when it was nothing more than an ambitious idea!

[@mhjp76]

As a beginner bassoon player who previously spent 3 years in a string orchestra (violin), this is very cool to see.

[@actually-god0816]

the resonance on stage is amazing!

[@bigmandrel]

I was present at this event. What you hear is what I heard. What you don't experience is the whole air space of the hall resonating all around you. Was a very special experience.

[@jonathanwingmusic]

Sounds awesome. I also love that you transcribed their speech, laughter, and chair squeak lol

[@instrumentalheadquarters7062]

Its so rich together

[@xander1052]

Sounds so immense

[@hansachs]

Yes, like a Chinook helicopter.

[@Finger112]

The Double Bass Player face speaks volumes...

[@whistling_klutz]

"Finally, a worthy opponent!"

[@somerandomdragon558]

Someone please tune the squeaking chair. It is 14 cents sharp.

[@Guuzaka]

That C really puts the C in Contrabass! 🐋🎵

[@JohannaA.5013]

It's a big boy. OMG

[@markosac21]

How many hertz is that low note? I read that human ears cannot hear below 20 hz

[@Subcontrabassoon]

About 16 Hz. The 20 Hz hearing limit is reasonably accurate for pure tones, but acoustic instruments don't produce pure tones. C0 has a fundamental of 16 Hz, but has overtones at 32, 48, 64, 80, etc. If you want more info, I made a whole video on the topic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3vVfaBmr5eqh5o