Taught by renowned double bass playerÂ
Scott Pingel
Scott Pingel breaks down what is undoubtedly one of the most famous pieces of all time, and one that appears very frequently on both student and professional audition lists: the fourth movement recitatives and "Ode to Joy" of Beethoven's ultimate Symphony No. 9.
Symphony No. 9 - Recitativo and Ode to Joy (Orchestral Excerpt)
In this lesson, Scott Pingel goes through each recitativo entrance bar-by-bar to give us an truly in-depth perspective on Beethoven's masterwork. In what is one of the most shocking and incredible bass parts ever concieved, we bassists are expected to both portray and convey an incredible variety of colors and emotions, makings this excerpt one of the most important in our repertoire. Expect an in-depth exploration of almost every single note!
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Unlock Course →Principal bass of the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, Scott Pingel has led an incredible and diverse career as orchestral musician, teacher, multi-genre collaborator, and black belt martial artist.
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