| Author | Message | ||
| funkyjazzjunky
Senior Member Username: funkyjazzjunky Post Number: 415 Registered: 5-2007 |
I cannot recall ever seeing a woman play an Alembic | ||
| olieoliver
Senior Member Username: olieoliver Post Number: 2329 Registered: 2-2006 |
I bet Mica plays them ALL.  OO | ||
| 57basstra
Senior Member Username: 57basstra Post Number: 896 Registered: 4-2005 |
Kimberly -- an Alembic Club member -- | ||
| olieoliver
Senior Member Username: olieoliver Post Number: 2331 Registered: 2-2006 |
"Kimberly -- an Alembic Club member --"... .......and very accomplished bassist too. OO | ||
| keith_h
Senior Member Username: keith_h Post Number: 1275 Registered: 2-2005 |
Midus Guerreiro (username midas) plays an Orion and use to show up around here on occasion. Keith | ||
| paulman
Advanced Member Username: paulman Post Number: 367 Registered: 2-2005 |
There's been a couple of FTC threads that appear to have women's names. Sandy's Little Darling and Cassie's Left Little Darling. Could be a Pat situation I guess Roger (TTK) | ||
| lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 3771 Registered: 7-2004 |
Shouldn't we make the Whippet's Dinkel lady an honorary member? Bill, tgo | ||
| 57basstra
Senior Member Username: 57basstra Post Number: 898 Registered: 4-2005 |
Bill, if you have placed that in the form of a motion then I second the WD lady nomination..... | ||
| dadabass2001
Senior Member Username: dadabass2001 Post Number: 1097 Registered: 6-2002 |
Don't forget the Corriettes Music lady (sorry for the likely misspelling)  Mike | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 7981 Registered: 5-2002 |
As indicated above, there are a number of women who are members here. And as far as "seeing", Kimberly has quite a few videos up on youtube. She plays solo gigs on her five and six string Alembics. I love what she does; and she's been quite inspirational for me in trying to get my playing to where I can try to do something similar. (Message edited by davehouck on April 30, 2009) | ||
| terryc
Senior Member Username: terryc Post Number: 805 Registered: 11-2004 |
Kimberly..outstanding bass player and one helluva nice person, she has invited me to stay if I ever get over to the states for an Alembic gathering in Seattle. Haven't heard from her on here for a while..hope she is fine and well | ||
| jalevinemd
Senior Member Username: jalevinemd Post Number: 747 Registered: 12-2003 |
Roger... I hope you're not implying that only women play Darlings (ha ha ha!) I always wanted to get a bumper sticker that read 'It takes a real man to play a Little Darling.' But I thought people might get the wrong idea. | ||
| funkyjazzjunky
Senior Member Username: funkyjazzjunky Post Number: 416 Registered: 5-2007 |
So with the exception of Mica (who works for Alembic) there are not active forum members that are women. | ||
| kimberly
Advanced Member Username: kimberly Post Number: 308 Registered: 1-2007 |
Hi Guys, Heard my name and thought I'd see what the haps were. ;D Well....let's see now. First things first. David (57basstra) - Thanks for remembering me! OO(Olieoliver)Olie - Why, thank you very much! Very nice compliment and very much appreciated. Puts a nice smile on the face. David (davehouck) - Thank you very much too! I'm flattered you consider my 'schtick' and music inspirational. Awfully sweet compliment. Terry (terryc) - Thank you very much also! As far as a place to stay, if and when you make it to the states, consider my offer an open one for anytime (Alembic gathering or not). Lastly and certainly not least, the guy who started it all, Vann-Di Galloway (funkyjazzyjunky). Granted it's been awhile since I posted, but I'm here in spirit and read the posts somewhat regularly, so if one were to ask, I'd absolutely ID myself as an Alembic Club forum member at least in 'relatively' good standing. ;D The 'semi-short' of my 'hiatus' breaks down to, 1) Injury to my fretting hand thumb which has impacted my performance schedule and only accepting limited bookings (not to mention cancelling a whole bunch of gigs by roughly 60% compared to last year). So far this year I've only played about 20 and am still only accepting limited engagements. This really sucks but, the positive is I'm getting better and while I was initially concerned about having to have surgery, this no longer appears to be in the cards. 2) The emotional impact of not be able to play 'on demand' and concern about surgical 'intervention' has at times given me some serious bouts with depression.  3) Personal issues of a relationship nature of which I'll spare everyone the details. 4) Just kidding, no number four. :D 1-3 are plenty enough. And therein lies the various roots of the matter. Still here and semi-well, it's good to be back! Best Regards, Kimberly | ||
| bsee
Senior Member Username: bsee Post Number: 2322 Registered: 3-2004 |
You were the first non-employee I thought of, Kimberly. Hope things straighten out for you with great rapidity and don't be a stranger. I know I've seen posts on occasion from other female members, but they are definitely rare. -bob | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 7991 Registered: 5-2002 |
Kimberly!!! I've been concerned about you; sent you an email even, about a week or so ago. But saw you had some bookings, so figured you must be ok. | ||
| serialnumber12
Advanced Member Username: serialnumber12 Post Number: 397 Registered: 12-2004 |
kimberly Rocks!  | ||
| olieoliver
Senior Member Username: olieoliver Post Number: 2336 Registered: 2-2006 |
I only speak the truth Kimberly and your playing backs me up. Glad to see (read)you back. I always enjoy reading your posts. I'll put you on my prayer list, heal the hand and mend the heart God Bless, OO | ||
| artswork99
Senior Member Username: artswork99 Post Number: 650 Registered: 7-2007 |
Kimberly, Glad to see a post and your warmth here again. Art | ||
| georgie_boy
Senior Member Username: georgie_boy Post Number: 700 Registered: 8-2005 |
Love and best wishes from Scotland Kimberly!! Nice to hear from you again!! Love George | ||
| kimberly
Advanced Member Username: kimberly Post Number: 311 Registered: 1-2007 |
Hi Guys, Thank you for all the kind thoughts! They are very much appreciated, thank you! One of the coolest and nicest things about the Alembic online community, the concern and caring about the members by the members. Sweet! Back on topic (kinda). ;) I remember a girl Epic owner from Montreal, (I think it was), named Bonnie, (I think), that posted a few times here, but it has been awhile. Back off topic. ;) I do find it interesting though the definite disproportion of male to female bassists out there 'in the world'. I know locally to me there are a few I'm aware of, (even an upright soloist, Wow!) but comparatively it's hundreds (or likely more) to one, male to female. I wonder why? Bass was/is and always has been a natural 'calling' to me. Very interesting. Insert puzzled expression emoticon. ;) Granted I've heard the physical size of a bass can be intimidating, but with a couple of female students I've had, it's all been a matter of experience with 'hands on' to get over the size issue. Hmmm....risque/bad joke/double entendre etc potential/opportunity. Never mind. ;D Seriously, I'm in contact with female bassists literally all around the world, but there still exists this very real disproportionate male to female ratio. I just don't get it. Insert thoughtful expression emoticon. Nuff of this. Wandering off shaking my head and muttering. ;) Best Regards to Everyone, Kimberly PS. It *is* so good to be part of this community. I just love it! | ||
| funkyjazzjunky
Senior Member Username: funkyjazzjunky Post Number: 417 Registered: 5-2007 |
Glad to meet you Kimberly | ||
| kenbass4
Advanced Member Username: kenbass4 Post Number: 345 Registered: 10-2003 |
Hey Kimberly, good to see you back! Remember, all things must pass, so hang in there! I believe the bass player for the cult-band Betty, Alyson Palmer, plays an Epic. My wife was into them, and we saw them about 8 years ago, and even before I could see the bass, I said "That's an Alembic!" | ||
| terryc
Senior Member Username: terryc Post Number: 807 Registered: 11-2004 |
Kimberley..good to hear from you and thank you for the offer. I have 'frozen shoulder' syndrome right now, can still play but it is difficult slinging a 14lb bass over my neck but it's only pain..better than the alternative. Relationships...25 years I endured, not all bad, not all good either,two great kids(graphic designer & musician/technician). Don't want that anymore, people have said I will meet someone but right now I am enjoying my freedom. Hope the injury heals soon and you can get back gigging because that is what we all were born for. Best wishes | ||
| kimberly
Advanced Member Username: kimberly Post Number: 314 Registered: 1-2007 |
Hi Guys, I appreciate the thoughts and support. They put a smile of the face and a good feeling in the heart. Best Regards, Kimberly |
