Upright Citizens

This time we discuss some of the ins and outs of playing in groups without a drummer, which can change how we approach our playing. We also share some stories and a few of our favorite recordings without drums... Here's Reuben & Bob's "Drummerless Situations" playlist Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some ja...

This time Bob and Reuben share their thoughts regarding learning new music. Is it essential to be able to read? How does one REALLY learn new music in preparation for a rehearsal, performance, or recording....? Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass incl...

The Upright Citizens sit down with the legendary guitarist Bill Frisell while on tour in Italy and discuss a wide range of topics from: Bill's first time playing with Thomas Morgan, his admiration of Ron Miles and Jason Moran, being comfortable in silence, how to let the music "take off," and more... Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses availab...

This time Reuben shares his 3 picks for our 2nd installment of "Guitar Trio Gems" Here's Bob & Reuben's 'Guitar Trio Gems' playlist Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you think...

Guitar Love! This time Bob shares some of his favorite guitar trio tracks featuring Ben Tucker, Steve Swallow, and Dave Holland... Here's Bob & Reuben's 'Guitar Trio Gems' playlist Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in...

In this episode the Upright Citizens share their love for the great Marc Johnson! Here's our Marc Johnson Playlist Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐...

"It is essential to be critical in order to get better, but it can be debilitating when it goes too far." This time the Upright Citizens discuss self-judgement and being self-critical, while remaining peaceful with yourself... Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass...

This time Bob and Reuben discus their favorite software, apps, and gadgets that they use as working bassists... Check out some of the Tech Tools we talked about: TC Electronics Clip-on Tuner , Snark tuner , Tonal Energy , Time Guru , Drum Genius , Transcribe , iRehearse , Note Flight , MuseScore , Sibelius , ForScore , AirTurn , EverNote , and Harmony Cloud Interested in more music advice? Go here...

Reginald Veal is a big source of inspiration for many bassists, and the Upright Citizens are here to give him his flowers! Reuben and Bob share some stories, insights, and listen to some choice cuts ... Bob and Reuben's Spotify playlist for Reginald Veal Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught...

One of the most creative and in demand drummers out there, the great Eric Harland, raps with Reuben and Bob about all kinds of music and life stuff... Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know...

Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel . Follow us on Twitter | Instagram ★ Support this podcast ★

"Paul Chambers is the undisputed heavyweight champion of jazz bass and deserves all the love! We celebrate him all year long, but especially on his birthday (Apr 22). The Upright Citizens are here to share their favorite tracks and thoughts on the one-and-only Mr. PC! " Here's the full tracks! If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Ope...

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Here's the full tracks! Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel . Follow us on Twitter | Instagram ★ Sup...

Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel . Follow us on Twitter | Instagram ★ Support this podcast ★

Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel . Follow us on Twitter | Instagram ★ Support this podcast ★

Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel . Follow us on Twitter | Instagram ★ Support this podcast ★

Upright Citizens 'Best Of 2021' Retrospective. In this last episode of 2021, we look back to some of the more memorable moments from the first year of our podcast.  Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place...

With the holiday season in full swing, Bob and Reuben get festive and listen to their favorite Christmastime jazz tunes. You can check out every tune discussed in this episode with our Spotify playlist . Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes ev...

Kendrick Scott and Gerald Clayton continue their discussion with Bob and Reuben as they discuss touring, playing in front of a live audience again, and what other band members want from bassists.  Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bas...

Kendrick Scott and Gerald Clayton join fellow Charles Lloyd Quartet member Reuben as they discuss touring, playing in front of a live audience again, and what other band members want from bassists.  Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every b...

With such a long and illustrious career, it's hard to pick just 6 of the best Ray Brown tunes. Bob and Reuben try to whittle it down on today's episode. Check out every song featured in this episode (and more) with our Spotify playlist . Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob...

Bob and Reuben cover some of the lessons they learned on their journeys to become professional musicians. Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ re...

After last week's episode about the physical conditioning for playing bass, what about the mental and emotional side of being a musician? Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. Want some jazz courses taught by Reuben and Bob? Our Bass Access Pass includes every bass course in one convenient place. Let us know what you thin...