Double bassist Michael Rieber is the first solo double bass player from the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra in Hamburg. Not only does he hold a principal position in one of Europe’s top orchestras, he’s also released a recording of French works called Nuits Blanches.
How does Michael find the time to take on two very high-calibre jobs and projects? Michael shares with online editor Davina the lessons he’s learnt throughout his orchestral career, including why patience is critical when it comes to preparing repertoire – both new and frequently revisited, as well as how he structures his preparation time.
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César Franck: Sonata in A major I. Allegretto ben moderato (transcription by Balthasar Brockes)
Alfred Desenclos: Aria and Rondo for Double Bass and Piano II. Rondo
Nuits Blanches
Michael Rieber, double bass / Norbert Goerlich, piano
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Photo credit: Jewgeni Roppel
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