Study Hall: Shh.I'm Tuning: The Secret Life of the Orchestra Librarian & Bassist
Behind-the-scenes exploration of orchestral librarianship and upright-bass performance, as an Asheville Symphony principal librarian unpacks score preparation, rehearsal logistics, bowings, and backstage anecdotes in a 45-minute expert talk.
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