Bass
Where were you born?
Pasadena, California.
What college did you attend?
Eastman School at Music, Rochester, NY.
What inspired you to start playing music?
When I was 5 years old, my father played the 1812 Overture for me. (What can I say—I loved the cannons!).
Why did you chose your principal instrument?
When it came time to pick instruments in the 5th grade, I noticed that no one was playing the bass and so I did.
What other instruments do you play?
None.
When did you start playing with the Long Beach Symphony Orchestra (what year)?
1993.
With what other orchestras do you perform?
Southwest Chamber Music and Ensemble GREEN.
Have you performed for any of the following, and if so, who or what?
Film:
Yes.
Recordings:
Solo CD coming out in 2004 featuring the music of Hanne Darboven.
Cartoons:
Yes.
Other:
Solo tour in Germany, January 2003 playing American composers.
Who is your favorite composer?
That depends—what day is it today?
Why?
There are so many great composers that it’s impossible to pick!
What is your favorite orchestral work?
John Cage’s Atlas Eclipticalis.
Why?
It’s such a radical way to hear an orchestra. It really changes your perceptions.
What is the funniest thing that has ever happened to you while onstage?
During an outdoor concert the bass section was holding a note that suddenly went flat. The conductor was a bit of a hothead and shot us an angry glance so we stopped playing. The note continued becoming flatter still. It was about then we realized that an airplane was flying low overhead and holding our note.
What do you enjoy doing besides music (hobbies, etc.)?
Cooking.
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Chocolate, of course!!
Do you have family, kids, or pets that you’d like to share something about?
I have a wife and an 8-year old son.
Is there anything unique you’d like our audience to know about you?
I love playing new music. Right now I’m working on a concert for bass and computer.
Email address:
twpeters@adelphia.net
