The Hump is ecstatic to welcome our guest this week! Bassist, vocalist, bandleader and  educator, Nicki Parrott! Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "Put The Work In!"

💥Did you know...
➡️ Nicki started on classical piano and flute and didn't start upright bass until she was 15 years old?
➡️ When she first moved to NYC she worked in fashion half the week and perfumed the other half of the week! 😲
➡️ Along with being a top call jazz  bassist she played in Broadway pits as well! 💯
➡️  She had a weekly gig with the legend, Les Paul and she has over 20 records out as a leader!🌟💪

Check out Nicki!
New Online Bass/Voice Course!
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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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The Hump is pumped to welcome our guest this week! Bassist, educator, composer, bandleader and more, John Patitucci! Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "Just John."

💥Did you know...
➡️ Did you know John grew up in Flatbush, NY until his teens when his family relocated to SF and then SoCal?
➡️ He attended Cal State Long Beach and studied with Abe Luboff until realizing he wanted to pursue jazz music full time  😲
➡️ His dreams were to play with Chick Corea, Herbie Hankcock and Wayne Shorter!💯
➡️  He believes in passing down knowledge he received and currently teaches at Berklee College of Music🌟💪

Check out John!
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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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The Hump is thrilled to welcome our guest this week! Bassist and MUCH more, Mike Valerio! Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "Multi Bassist"

💥Did you know...
➡️ Did you know Mike grew up on Long Island and started playing upright after his parents promised said they would give him an upright as well?
➡️ He attended Eastman and Indiana University! 😲
➡️ He was the Principal Bassist of New World Symphony!💯
➡️  He has recorded with John Williams many times, including a feature song "Jazz Autographs" from The Terminal🌟💪

Check out Mike!
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👉 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.
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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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The Hump is PUMPED to present a  special episode this week honoring the birthday of bass legend, Ray Brown! Enjoy clips from Christian McBride, Larry Grenedier, John Clayton and more as they remember and share stories about Ray Brown. Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "'Nuff Said!"

💥Did you know...
➡️ Ray Brown grew up in ?
➡️ Ray Brown started playing with Dizzy Gillespie in the early 40s because of Hank Jones 💯
➡️ Ray Brown was at one time manager to Quincy Jones and Modern Jazz Quartet?😲
➡️ Ray Brown helped to promote women musicians and mentored people like Krisitn Korb, Holly Hofmann and Regina Carter 🌟💪

Check out Ray!
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👉 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.
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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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The Hump is pumped to welcome our guests this week! Korean artist and master of the Gayageum, Luna Lee! Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "Music is Music!" 

💥 You may be thinking…what is Gayageum and why is Luna being featured on The Hump?!💥
➡️ I learned of Luna because I’m a huge baseball fan and she has been the featured artist for “Korean Night” at Dodger Stadium many times! 
➡️ She is a featured artist for Kolstein’s “Living Room Series”
➡️ Luna has adapted her own style on this traditional Korean instrument by playing pretty much every genre of music on it! 💯

Check out Luna!
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👉 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

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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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The Hump is pumped to welcome our guests this week! Bass amBASSador Hans Sturm and his musical partner, Jackie Allen! Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "The Low End is the Best End!"

💥Did you know...
➡️ Hans hails from an academic family and picked up bass in high school after violin?
➡️ Jackie Allen was recording with legendary bassist, Richard Davis when she met Hans! 😲
➡️ Hans is dedicated to education and created cutting edge DVDs on the bow arm and left hand! 💯
➡️ Hans is a past and CURRENT president of the ISB and has been performing with Jackie for 30 years! 🌟💪

Check out Hans and Jackie!
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www.jamsworld.com

👉 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

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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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The Hump is thrilled to welcome our guest this week! Bassist, educator and much more, Gene Perla! Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "Seen it All!"

💥Did you know...
➡️ Gene played classical piano didn't find the bass until he was in college?
➡️ Charlie Haden's playing on "The Shape of Jazz to Come" changed Gene's life! 😲
➡️ He played with Elvin Jones, Woody Herman, Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra and SO much more! 💯
➡️ He has taught at the New School for many years and has his own record label, Perla Music 🌟💪

Check out Gene!
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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.
www.jamsworld.com

👉 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

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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The Hump is pumped to welcome our guests this week! Bassists and educators, Marco Panascia and Danny Ziemann! I call this episode, "Bass Hang!"

💥Did you know...
➡️ Marco grew up in Catania, Italy and was heavily encouraged by John Patitucci?
➡️ Marco is also an electric bassist and studied with the legendary, Carol Kaye! 😲
➡️Danny graduated from Eastman and also the 1st edition of the Focus Year Basel in Switzerland! 💯
➡️ Danny has 5 books and 3 video courses and resides in Austria where he performs, tours and teaches!  🌟💪

Check out Marco and Danny!
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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.
www.jamsworld.com

👉 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

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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The Hump is thrilled to welcome our guest this week! Bassist and bow maker, Lynn Hannings! She is joined by luthier, Barrie Kolstein. Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "Bow Evolution!"

💥Did you know...
➡️ Lynn Hannings is a teacher of bow rehairing, restoration and bow making?
➡️ She was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship and is active in the conservation of Pernambuco! 😲
➡️ She studied with Bernard Millant and John Roskoski!💯
➡️  She has been in the Portland Symphony for over 50 years!🌟💪

Check out Lynn!
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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.
www.jamsworld.com

👉 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

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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The Hump is pumped to welcome our guest this week! Bassist, composer, producer, Chris Lightcap! Tune in to find out why this episode is called, "Super Big Bass!"

💥Did you know...
➡️ Chris grew up in Latrobe, PA, grew up in a musical family and started on the violin?
➡️ He did not pick up the upright bass until High School 😲
➡️ He moved to NYC after college and started playing in Cecil Taylor's Big Band 💯
➡️ He's played extensively with Craig Taborn, Regina Carter, Matt Wilson, MANY more and has 2 working  groups of his own: Big Mouth and Superette  🌟💪

Check out Chris!
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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.
www.jamsworld.com

👉 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

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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The Hump is honored to welcome our guests this week! They are Yijia Cui, Phoebe Clarke, Evangeline Tang and together they are...The "Bassists with Boobs!"

💥Did you know...
➡️ They started a social media account to promote underrepresented bassists.
➡️ They started during covid Summer 2020 and never met altogether in person until early  2021!💯
➡️ They each similarly did not began bass studies until their teens?😲
➡️ They are each currently studying in conservatories in the UK🌟💪

Check out Bassists with Boobs!
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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

👉 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

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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