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December 2 concert before U.N. General Assembly celebrates new partnership; public preview in Oberlin slated for November 29.

Instead of an alarm clock, the sounds of Sergei Prokofiev and Chaka Khan would waft through Caylen Bryant’s childhood home every Saturday morning. Those early days served as inspiration for the jazz bass performance and Africana Studies major. After graduating from Oberlin in 2017, Bryant went on to perfect her own sound, and head a music program handed down to her by author and musician James McBride ’79.

Conservatory bassist Joshua Rhodes ’21 pools his efforts with the Oberlin swim team.

Concept for Bach + Brahms grew out of conversations with double bass teacher's legendary mentor, Edgar Meyer.

Designed for young bass players, biennial program also showcases illustrious faculty in numerous public events.

Longtime member of The Cleveland Orchestra also played jazz, craved adventure.

Violinist turned mindfulness practitioner Pamela Frank shares her strategies for healthy playing.

Dedicated to bass legend Milt Hinton, recording includes music by Stevie Wonder, Nat Adderley, Chick Corea, and others.

Oberlin double bass student discusses his performance experience.