Skinny
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Experience
· As a session musician, I have played on dozens of assorted jingles, movie soundtracks, records and demo sessions.
· Staff writer/A&R for Cream Publishing Group in Los Angeles, from 1980 thru 1985.
· Over the years I have played countless casuals encompassing all musical styles and situations including: Tours of the US, Europe, and Japan.
Education.
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Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA Music Ed
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Bass Institute of Technology, Los Angeles, CA
Equipment.
· I double on guitar, vocals, keys and trombone and have all the necessary amps, effects, etc. to cover any venue. I have a complete rehearsal studio in my home including roland digital piano, yamaha drums, and hammond organ
· Basses: Sadowsky 5 string (Primary instrument).. Fender Roscoe Beck 5 String (Sensational H.G .Thor Fretless Epoxy Conversion http://www.woodwiz.com/epoxy/testimonials.html ).. Fender 1960 Precision (fretless w/ Jaco poxy).. 1940's Kay 3/4 upright.. Hohner Acoustic Bass Guitar, Modulus Quantum 5,
· Guitars: Fender Telecaster.. Fender Stratocaster.. Alvarez Yairi DY 95.. Cordoba 50 R Classical.. Gibson ES 335.. Guild X-500
· Amplification: Aguilar, BBE, Ampeg, Mark Bass, Epifani, Genz Benz, Fender, Carvin, SWR, JBL, Modest P.A. System, 2 Vans available.
As a sideman, I have played with, auditioned for, or hired by the following artists:
Greg Allman |
Bo Diddley |
David Sanborn |
Jeff Baxter |
Dixie Cups |
King Solomon |
George Benson |
Sheila E. |
Maureen McGovern |
Chuck Berry |
Brian Eno |
Paper Cymbal |
Kenny Blake |
Russ Freeman |
Johnny Rodriquez |
Blue Shoes |
Robert Fripp |
Little Richard |
Delaney Bramlett |
Lowell Fulson |
Leon Russell |
Terry Bozzio |
Marvin Gaye |
Sandler & Young |
Roy Buchannan |
Gentle Giant |
Skyliners |
Hiram Bullock |
Stan Getz |
Billy Swan |
James Burton |
Granati Brothers |
Ike Turner |
Gary Busey |
Billy Hart |
Gino Vannelli |
Thumbs Carlisle |
Todd Hart |
Bobby Vinton |
Chiffons |
Donnie Iris |
Vogues |
Lou Christie |
Tommy James |
Wah Wah Watson |
Corbin & Hanner |
Phil Keaggy |
Ylation |
Pee Wee Crayton |
Sue Kent |
Richard Zunigar |
Warren Curucullo |
Richard Kimball |
George Blondheim |
Eric Leeds |
Barry Levenson |
Droll |
Guitar Shorty |
Paris James |
Wellingtons |
Spooner Oldham |
David Werner |
Chris Ho |
Pat Mastelotto |
Chris Michalek |
Willie Oteri |
Long John Hunter |
Sid McInnis |
Jason Ricci |
Steve Dudas |
Michel Columbier |
Spencer Day |
Stu Hamm |
Jay Terrien |
Jerry Marotta |
Cat McLean |
Jon Mulvey |
Jay Soto |
Amy Schugar |
Steve McCarty |
Harold Betters |
Larry McGee
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Eric Kloss
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Mark Thomas
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Refer
to these links ---> My
Space Skinny Bishop & You
Tube for video and audio clips.
Skinny
Bishop