As a new up and coming Bass, Banjo, and Native America Flute player. I play the 4 and 5 string basses. Some bass role models for me are James Jamerson, Jaco Pastorious, Sting, Timoty Schmidt, Roger Filiberto, Les Claypool, Tony Johnson, Marcus Miller, Me'Shell Ndegeocello, Laura Love, John McVie and Zennon to name a few of the great bass players. After spending over 29 years in corporation trying to climb the coporate ladder, and being told that even with a Master's degree I didn't meet the qualifications to fit most upper jobs and over qualified to meet lower jobs. Playing the bass, for me has been a rebirthing. It has allowed me to grow and appreciate myself more during a time when others have not been there to give me support. I have been writing, reading and playing the bass for a few years. I began to focus on the Native American flute and the 5 string Banjo. What a beautiful gift the sound of music!!
I hope to join a band soon.