January 15, 2021
Bassist for hire, independent composer and experienced teacher
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Listen to albums
Check out Al's Bandcamp page for a range of musical projects.
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Watch videos
Al's YouTube channel regularly updates with live footage, new music and tips to make you a better musician.
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Sessions, Lessons & Projects
About Al Swainger
Al has performed, recorded and taught all over the country and internationally for more than 25 years.
Highlights include sessions, tours and workshops with :
Peter King, Grice, Paul Jones, P.P. Arnold, Scott Hamilton, Siobhan McCrudden, Gary Bamford, Gilad Atzmon, Mike Outram, Alan Barnes, Ant Law and many more as well as his own projects :
Pointless Beauty, Biophosmos, Snow Giants and Mahatmosphere.
They Say
Gary Bamford
Composer & Multi-Instrumentalist
"Al is without doubt one the most creative musicians I've had the pleasure to work with. He's gently honest in the studio, a truly instinctive improvisor, wonderful composer and selfless accompanist."
Kiera Osment
Singer Songwriter & Multi-Instrumentalist
"A wonderful teacher who has a true love of music, which makes all the difference to students. Gave me the confidence to go to my first open-mic night too."
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