The Lowdown on Basses

Learn all about that bass (section) as Minnesota Orchestra Principal Bass Kristen Bruya and Acting Associate Principal Bass William Schrickel answer some common questions asked of bass players, applaud the trend of more women playing bass, and explain what makes the sound of the Minnesota Orchestra’s bass section so special, including the four priceless historic instruments donated to the Orchestra’s permanent collection by Kenneth and Judy Dayton and Douglas and Louise Leatherdale.

[@DavisHMoore]

Wonderful profile for a fantastic bass section!

[@kanealoha]

Very nice!

[@kappabravomusic2101]

Very cool

[@mariosanchez-ci1jh]

Bella Kristen, fina música

[@loganfruchtman953]

The bass section: Toscanini’s arch enemy

[@Innergameofmusic1]

Bravo Kristen and Minnesota bass colleagues! Great video and even better dedication and commitment to music, the bass, the section, and the orchestra!🎶👏💚👍💥