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Double Bass Collection (page 4)

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

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Liran Conan, Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023

Liran Conan, Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023. Creator: Brian O'Connor
Liran Conan, Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Guido Spannocchi, Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023

Guido Spannocchi, Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023

Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023. Creator: Brian O'Connor
Liran Conran and Guido Spannocchi, Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023

Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023. Creator: Brian O'Connor
Danny Keane, Liran Conran, Guido Spannocchi and Peter Adam Hill, Guido Spannocchi Quartet, Verdict Jazz Club, Brighton, East Sussex, Sept 2023

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Lonnie Donegan sings My Old Mans a Dustman

Lonnie Donegan sings My Old Mans a Dustman, during rehearsals for the Royal Variety Show. 16th May 1960

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Benny Goodman, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, 1982. Creator: Denis Williams

Benny Goodman, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, 1982. Creator: Denis Williams
Benny Goodman, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, 1982

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Donovan (pictured on the left) appearing with his mini orchestra at The Windsor Jazz

Donovan (pictured on the left) appearing with his mini orchestra at The Windsor Jazz Festival on Sunday 13th August 1967. The festival ran from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th August

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Junior Mance Trio, London, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett

Junior Mance Trio, London, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Junior Mance Trio, London, 1962

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Steve Waterman, Alex Eberhard, Roy Hilton and Steve Thompson, November 30, 2016. Artist

Steve Waterman, Alex Eberhard, Roy Hilton and Steve Thompson, November 30, 2016. Artist
Steve Waterman, Alex Eberhard, Roy Hilton and Steve Thompson, Splashpoint Jazz Club, Eastbourne, November 30, 2016

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Northern Synfonia double bass player Roberto Carillo-Garcia outside Durham Cathedral in

Northern Synfonia double bass player Roberto Carillo-Garcia outside Durham Cathedral in January 1995

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Musician with his double bass walking through the colourful street of Trinidad

Musician with his double bass walking through the colourful street of Trinidad, Sancti Spiritus Province, Cuba

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: The tuning machines of a double bass are seen as a man in a hat performs at Garibaldi

The tuning machines of a double bass are seen as a man in a hat performs at Garibaldi square in Mexico City, Mexico April 4, 2018. REUTERS/Edgard Garrido

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: A musician holds a double bass at Garibaldi square in Mexico City

A musician holds a double bass at Garibaldi square in Mexico City, Mexico April 4, 2018. REUTERS/Edgard Garrido

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: jazz

jazz
Nicoleta Gabor

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Jazz Outsider

Jazz Outsider
Ricardo Maya

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Full Jazz

Full Jazz
Ricardo Maya

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Jazz Party

Jazz Party
Ricardo Maya

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Full Jazz Playing

Full Jazz Playing
Ricardo Maya

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Kontrabas

Kontrabas
Alexander Trifonov

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: The Virgin of the Immaculee Conception, 1607-13 (oil on canvas)

The Virgin of the Immaculee Conception, 1607-13 (oil on canvas)
CUL4930192 The Virgin of the Immaculee Conception, 1607-13 (oil on canvas) by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); 347x174 cm; Museo de Santa Cruz, Toledo

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Music Hall (oil on panel)

Music Hall (oil on panel)
833442 Music Hall (oil on panel) by Sickert, Walter Richard (1860-1942); Private Collection

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Le Chahut, 1890 (oil on canvas)

Le Chahut, 1890 (oil on canvas)
3709927 Le Chahut, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 169.1x141 cm; Rijksmuseum Kroller-Muller, Otterlo, Netherlands; (add.info.: Chahut meaning noise or uproar)

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: A Village Philharmonic Rehearsal, 1888. Creator: Stanhope A Forbes

A Village Philharmonic Rehearsal, 1888. Creator: Stanhope A Forbes
A Village Philharmonic Rehearsal, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Jazz Rehearsal. Creator: Tom Artin

Jazz Rehearsal. Creator: Tom Artin
Jazz Rehearsal

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Portrait of the Italian painter Titian, 1488-1576. 1867 (engraving)

Portrait of the Italian painter Titian, 1488-1576. 1867 (engraving)
7234929 Portrait of the Italian painter Titian, 1488-1576. 1867 (engraving) by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Musical instruments, 16th Century (engraving)

Musical instruments, 16th Century (engraving)
7185697 Musical instruments, 16th Century (engraving) by Amman, Jost (1539-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musical instruments, 16th Century)

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Pompadour Band at the Botanic Gardens, Manchester, England (b / w photo)

Pompadour Band at the Botanic Gardens, Manchester, England (b / w photo)
7200669 Pompadour Band at the Botanic Gardens, Manchester, England (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pompadour Band at the Botanic Gardens)

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Man playing the double bass (litho)

Man playing the double bass (litho)
7201140 Man playing the double bass (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man playing the double bass)

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Contre-basse; Double-bass; Contrabasz (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Contre-basse; Double-bass; Contrabasz (engraving)
7195500 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Contre-basse; Double-bass; Contrabasz (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Contre-basse; Double-bass; Contrabasz)

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Tom Ollendorf, Conor Chaplin and Ari Hoenig, Verdict Jazz Club, Brghton, E

Tom Ollendorf, Conor Chaplin and Ari Hoenig, Verdict Jazz Club, Brghton, E
Tom Ollendorf, Conor Chaplin and Ari Hoenig, Ari Hoenig Trio, Verdict Jazz Club, Brghton, East Sussex, 6th Oct. 2021

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Matt Ridley and Dave O Higgins, NJA Fundraiser, Loughton Methodist Church, Essex

Matt Ridley and Dave O Higgins, NJA Fundraiser, Loughton Methodist Church, Essex
Matt Ridley and Dave O Higgins, Darius Brubeck Quartet, National Jazz Archive Fundraiser, Loughton Methodist Church, Essex, 18th Sept. 2021

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Matt Ridley, Darius Brubeck Quartet, NJA Fundraiser, Loughton Methodist Church, Essex

Matt Ridley, Darius Brubeck Quartet, NJA Fundraiser, Loughton Methodist Church, Essex
Matt Ridley, Darius Brubeck Quartet, National Jazz Archive Fundraiser, Loughton Methodist Church, Essex, 18th Sept. 2021

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Conor Chaplin, Ari Hoenig Trio, Verdict Jazz Club, Brghton, East Sussex, 6th Oct. 2021

Conor Chaplin, Ari Hoenig Trio, Verdict Jazz Club, Brghton, East Sussex, 6th Oct. 2021

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: An Elegant Company, 1632. Creator: Pieter Codde

An Elegant Company, 1632. Creator: Pieter Codde
An Elegant Company, 1632

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Simon Thorpe, Roger Beaujolais Quartet, Three Horseshoes, Knockholt, Kent, 1st June 2021

Simon Thorpe, Roger Beaujolais Quartet, Three Horseshoes, Knockholt, Kent, 1st June 2021

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Mike Hatchard, Paul Morgan, Paul Higgs, Dave Barry, Three Horseshoes, Knockholt, Kent

Mike Hatchard, Paul Morgan, Paul Higgs, Dave Barry, Three Horseshoes, Knockholt, Kent, 18th May 2021

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Paul Morgan, Three Horseshoes, Knockholt, Kent, 18th May 2021. Creator: Brian O Connor

Paul Morgan, Three Horseshoes, Knockholt, Kent, 18th May 2021. Creator: Brian O Connor
Paul Morgan, Three Horseshoes, Knockholt, Kent, 18th May 2021

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Major Holley, Capital Jazz Festival, Alexandra Palace, London, 7 / 79

Major Holley, Capital Jazz Festival, Alexandra Palace, London, 7 / 79
Major Holley, Capital Jazz Festival, Alexandra Palace, London, 7/79

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: An Election Entertainment, 1755 (engraving)

An Election Entertainment, 1755 (engraving)
1071396 An Election Entertainment, 1755 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 43.2x53.7 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: The taste, the hearing and the touch. Allegory of the five senses The meal of a rich

The taste, the hearing and the touch. Allegory of the five senses The meal of a rich
JLJ4597141 The taste, the hearing and the touch. Allegory of the five senses The meal of a rich family: poultry and seafood (including oysters) make up the banquet menu

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Double bass player. Engraving from the end of the 18th century

Double bass player. Engraving from the end of the 18th century
GIA4786173 Double bass player. Engraving from the end of the 18th century. by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Double bass player)

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: A dispute between neighbours (coloured engraving)

A dispute between neighbours (coloured engraving)
5998868 A dispute between neighbours (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A dispute between neighbours)

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Punch cartoon: Modern Crazes (the Latest Thing in Musical Prodigies. The Baby Bottesini (engraving)

Punch cartoon: Modern Crazes (the Latest Thing in Musical Prodigies. The Baby Bottesini (engraving)
6035029 Punch cartoon: Modern Crazes (the Latest Thing in Musical Prodigies. The Baby Bottesini (engraving) by English School

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: A Victorian three dimensional greeting card of street musicians playing musical

A Victorian three dimensional greeting card of street musicians playing musical
3605957 A Victorian three dimensional greeting card of street musicians playing musical instruments, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Group of musicians (b / w photo)

Group of musicians (b / w photo)
3643119 Group of musicians (b/w photo) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group of musicians. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: Prelude (oil on canvas)

Prelude (oil on canvas)
1128524 Prelude (oil on canvas) by Sichel, Ernest Leopold (1862-1941); 56.5x38.5 cm; Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, West Yorkshire, UK; eBradford Museums & Galleries; English, out of copyright

Background imageDouble Bass Collection: La Musique a Paris (litho)

La Musique a Paris (litho)
3622637 La Musique a Paris (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Musique a Paris (Music in Paris).); © Look and Learn



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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.