Blog de Xavier Foley
Rosin Talk: Why Xavier Foley Uses Pop’s Bass Rosin
Rosin may be a small detail, but it can shape your tone, response, and overall feel on the double bass. In this post, Xavier shares why Pop’s Rosin fits his...
Rosin Talk: Why Xavier Foley Uses Pop’s Bass Rosin
Rosin may be a small detail, but it can shape your tone, response, and overall feel on the double bass. In this post, Xavier shares why Pop’s Rosin fits his...
Xavier Foley's String Setup: Helicore and Spiro...
Curious about Xavier Foley’s string setup? This post breaks down his use of Helicore and Spirocore Solo strings, why his decade-old strings still work for him, and why the musician...
Xavier Foley's String Setup: Helicore and Spiro...
Curious about Xavier Foley’s string setup? This post breaks down his use of Helicore and Spirocore Solo strings, why his decade-old strings still work for him, and why the musician...
Why It’s Never Too Late to Learn the Bass Even ...
Many people build full careers and still feel that quiet pull toward music. This post explores how playing an instrument like the double bass can fit into a busy life,...
Why It’s Never Too Late to Learn the Bass Even ...
Many people build full careers and still feel that quiet pull toward music. This post explores how playing an instrument like the double bass can fit into a busy life,...
Does Bass Bow Hair Color Matter? A Bassist’s Gu...
Your choice of bow hair can influence how your double bass feels and sounds. In this post, Xavier Foley explains the differences between white, black, and mixed horse hair, how...
Does Bass Bow Hair Color Matter? A Bassist’s Gu...
Your choice of bow hair can influence how your double bass feels and sounds. In this post, Xavier Foley explains the differences between white, black, and mixed horse hair, how...
Mastering Posture: Standing Techniques for Doub...
This post explores how balanced alignment, body movement, and gravity can work together to support a stronger, more expressive sound. Learn practical standing techniques that could help you play with...
Mastering Posture: Standing Techniques for Doub...
This post explores how balanced alignment, body movement, and gravity can work together to support a stronger, more expressive sound. Learn practical standing techniques that could help you play with...
How Professional Bassists Test New Bows
Testing a new double bass bow is more than just trying one and buying it. In this post, Xavier Foley shares how professional bassists evaluate bows for balance, tone, and...
How Professional Bassists Test New Bows
Testing a new double bass bow is more than just trying one and buying it. In this post, Xavier Foley shares how professional bassists evaluate bows for balance, tone, and...