1019: Cécile-Laure Kouassi on her EP Beaux Jours

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Oslo Philharmonic bassist Cécile-Laure Kouassi recently released an EP titled Beaux Jours. This album features two arrangements by Cécile-Laure as well as two original works for double bass and piano.

We talk about this project and much more in this engaging conversation. Check out the new album on Spotify and visit her website for her arrangements and much more!

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation

00:58 Inspiration Behind the EP

03:02 Exploring the Unique Sound of the Double Bass

04:04 Unearthing Hidden Gems in Bass Compositions

07:30 The Art of Arranging Music

11:41 The Challenges and Rewards of Recording

17:48 The Accessibility of Music Production

18:40 Conclusion and Future Plans

• theme music by Eric Hochberg