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Thierry Barbé: French and German Bows: Is There a Difference in Sound? It Depends on the Grip! - October 17, 2026: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern Time

Thierry Barbé: French and German Bows: Is There a Difference in Sound? It Depends on the Grip! – October 17, 2026: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern Time

October 17, 2026: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern Time

French and German Bows: Is There a Difference in Sound? It Depends on the Grip!

The extraordinary bassist Thierry Barbé, professor at the Paris Conservatory and former principal of the Paris Opera National Orchestra, will share his long experience in orchestra and solo playing by discussing and demonstrating the differences in French and German bows and techniques.

Five (5) performers will be allowed to play and be coached by professor Barbé in a masterclass setting for approximately 20 minutes each (repertoire of their own choosing), but must pay a premium fee on a first-come, first-served basis. All other may participate as auditors at a lower fee. A question-and-answer session will be included.

Don’t miss this great opportunity to study with one of the world’s finest double bass players and musicians!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PURCHASE

1. Once you make your purchase, you will immediately receive a paid receipt.

2. Aspire will send you confirmation by email, as well as your Zoom link for the masterclass.

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Biography

Thierry Barbé is Principal Bassist of the Opéra National de Paris Orchestra and a professor of double bass at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris and the Conservstoire National Régional de Saint-Maur.

Born in Metz, France, Thierry studied piano and double bass while pursuing a degree is science. He later dedicated himself entirely to music at the CNSMDP.

With the Opéra National, Thierry played with many respected conductors and later became president of the Association des Bassistes et Contrebassistes de France. He was also part of the Paris Bass 2008 convention organizing committee. Additionally, he served as a board member of the International Society of Bassists. Together with Marin Béa, Thierry is the artistic director of the Biarritz international Bass Academy, a summer camp for bassists held every August.

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