Double Bass Collection (#16)

The Musical Union, publ. by Hanhart, 1851 (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF143099 The Musical Union, publ. by Hanhart, 1851 (litho) (b/w photo) by Baugniet, Charles (1814-86); Private Collection; Belgian, out of copyright

Landscape with three music-making muses, Eustache Lesueur Bernard Picart, 1683 - 1733

Family Group, c. 1774-80 (oil on canvas)
XYC152733 Family Group, c.1774-80 (oil on canvas) by Millar, James (c.1735-1805); 127x101.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Rehearsal of an Opera, c. 1709 (oil on canvas)
XYC146927 Rehearsal of an Opera, c.1709 (oil on canvas) by Ricci, Marco (1676-1730); 46.25x57.75 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

NEW YORK ORCHESTRA, c1915. Walter Damrosch leading the New York Symphony Orchestra. Photographed c1915

Jackie Coogan helps the Savoy Orpheans at the opening of the Savoy ballroom at the Savoy Hotel, London. 19 September 1924

Ron Jeens Dance Orchestra - April 1948
View of the Band playing at the Petworth Police Ball, with dancers in the background. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N29747

Canadian Auxiliary Services Band - August 1943
Group shot of band, Royal Canadian Signals. Five girls sit in the foreground waiting to dance. Two Sussex 4 Home Guard, front left of frame. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref

MUSIC FESTIVAL, 1881. The Music Festival in the 7th Regiment Armory in New York City, 1881. Contemporary American line engraving

DOUBLE-BASS VIOL, 1723. A double-bass viol, correctly shown with six pegs but only four strings. Copper engraving, 1723, by Arnold van Westerhout

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The double bass, also known as the upright bass or contrabass, is a majestic instrument that has played a significant role in shaping the world of music. From jazz legends like Paul Chambers and Ron Carter to iconic orchestras like The Count Basie Orchestra, this instrument has left an indelible mark on the music industry. In 1960, Paul Chambers mesmerized audiences with his mastery of the double bass. His melodic lines and impeccable technique showcased the versatility of this instrument. Created by Brian Foskett, this image captures a moment frozen in time. The Count Basie Orchestra took center stage at the Royal Festival Hall in London on July 18th, 1980. As their melodies filled the air, the deep resonance of the double bass provided a solid foundation for their swinging tunes. This concert was a testament to how this instrument can bring together an entire ensemble. A close-up shot reveals intricate details of a double bass scroll being lovingly played by a local musician at Bar El Floridita in Havana, Cuba. In this vibrant city where music flows through every street corner, it's no surprise that even local musicians embrace this timeless instrument. Inside Palacio de Valle in Cienfuegos, Cuba, another image captured with a Holga medium format toy camera showcases a double bass resting against a wall. Its presence adds elegance and charm to its surroundings while silently waiting for its next performance. Propped against yet another wall in Cienfuegos lies another example of how versatile and portable this instrument can be. It serves as both an artistic statement and an invitation for musicians to pick it up and create beautiful melodies wherever they go. Ron Carter graced The Hague's North Sea Jazz Festival stage in 2003 with his soulful playing on his beloved double bass. Captured once again by Brian Foskett's lens, we witness firsthand how one man can command such power from this instrument.