Antony Bianchini
Santa Cruz,CA
Summary
Seasoned Bassist with experience in diverse music genres, recording sessions and live performances. Strengths include ability to improvise, read sheet music, and play by ear. Demonstrated talent for collaborating with other musicians, contributing to creative processes and enhancing overall sound quality. Notable impact on previous bands' musical style and audience engagement.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Upright Bassist
Self-Employed
Santa Cruz/Monterey, CA
2013 - Current
- Attended rehearsals regularly to maintain ensemble cohesion and performance quality.
- Engaged in regular practice sessions to refine skills and explore new repertoire.
- Maintained double bass equipment, ensuring optimal performance during rehearsals and concerts.
- Developed an understanding of different genres of music that featured a double bass prominently.
- Read sheet music to learn new material quickly and accurately.
- Built relationships with local venues to increase performance opportunities.
- Recorded studio tracks as part of various musical projects.
- Developed strong interpersonal skills to deal with different personalities.
- Traveled, sometimes great distances, to perform at venues and rehearsed to prepare for performances.
- Played variety of music with broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
- Performed with orchestras, symphonies, choirs, and bands.
- Identified mistakes made by other musicians and corrected problems.
- Played instruments for variety of religious services.
- Auditioned for positions in orchestras, choruses, bands and other types of music groups.
Bartender
Holdfast Lounge
Santa Cruz, California
03.2025 - Current
- Crafted cocktails and beverages following standard recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area and service station.
- Provided exceptional customer service while engaging with patrons throughout their visit.
- Handled cash transactions, processed payments, and ensured accurate cash drawer balance.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a safe environment for staff and guests.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Band Leader/Composer/Arranger
Self employed
New Orleans, Louisiana
06.2020 - Current
- Led musical performances for diverse audiences across various venues.
- Managed setlists and song arrangements to enhance audience experience.
- Collaborated with other musicians to create unique sound arrangements.
- Organized logistics for events, including equipment rental and transportation.
- Oversaw financial management for performances, including budgeting and expenses.
- Provided guidance to younger musicians on proper technique, etiquette, and stage presence.
- Auditioned new musicians when necessary to fill vacancies within the group.
- Transcribes musical compositions and melodic lines to create musical style.
- Instructed performers on history, fundamentals, and appreciation of different music styles .
- Rewrote original musical scores in different musical styles by changing tempos, harmonies, and rhythms.
Education
Associate of Arts - Music
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA05-2019
Skills
- Double bass maintenance
- Sheet music reading
- Music composition
- Arrangement techniques
- Effective communication
- Improvising
- Replacing strings
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
Bartender
Holdfast Lounge
03.2025 - Current
Band Leader/Composer/Arranger
Self employed
06.2020 - Current
Upright Bassist
Self-Employed
2013 - Current
Associate of Arts - Music
Cabrillo College