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Advanced Bass

In this advanced bass class, we will approach the bass from a wide lens. Rhythm, harmony and melody all come together on the upright bass, and all three will be examined and studied thoroughly. Using a classic song or tune chosen by the class, we will arrange the piece for bass ensemble, divvying up the three elements mentioned above. Prepare to get a bit out of your comfort zone, and learn a lot in the process!

Nate Sabat

Nate Sabat is an award-winning bassist, singer-songwriter and arranger based  in Brooklyn, NY. Nate has written and arranged music for NPR's Radiolab, the Young People's Chorus of New York City and the Heifetz International Music Institute. He has performed on stages throughout Europe, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the United States, at festivals and venues including Celtic Connections, Savannah Music  Festival, The Caverns and Carnegie Hall. In April 2024 Nate released Bass Fiddler (Adhyâropa Records), the debut full-length project under his own name, produced by the legendary Bruce Molsky.


With upright bass as his sole tool for accompaniment, Nate crafts wildly intricate arrangements, each one inextricably tied to its song. His playing, while rooted in American folk music, goes far beyond any preconceived notions of the instrument's role within the genre. With a relaxed, vocal sound and equal fluency with pizzicato and the bow, Nate takes full advantage of the never-ending variety of sounds and textures the bass has to offer. GRAMMY-winning cellist Eugene Friesen says, "Nate  has so much going for him: The ability to propel any groove with chops  and subtlety, a sweet bow sound that can vocalize any melody, fiercely great intonation, and, most importantly, a musical intelligence and intuition that operates with a constant smile.”

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