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Tristen Jarvis serves as Assistant Professor of Music Performance at Ithaca College's School of Music, Theatre, and Dance, specializing in double bass, electric bass, jazz, improvisation, chamber music, and bow physics. He maintains a multifaceted career as both educator and performer across diverse musical genres.
His research focuses on the physics of bowing technique, culminating in his "Atomic Technique" publication that breaks down bowing into 15 isolatable elements across 5 facets. Jarvis teaches a comprehensive curriculum emphasizing both pure technique and diverse repertoire, requiring students to develop skills across classical, jazz, and contemporary styles.
His performance career spans orchestral settings (The Orchestra Now, Cayuga Chamber Orchestra), jazz festivals (Hudson Jazz Festival), film soundtracks (Netflix's Maestro), and collaborations with artists ranging from Joan Jett to Wayne Newton. His scholarly approach to bass technique draws from extensive study with renowned pedagogues including Nicholas Walker, Scott Dixon, and Francois Rabbath.
- First Prize at the 2014 Anthony R. Stefan Concerto Competition
- ISB Solo Division Competition Honorable Mention (2021)
- ISB Solo Division Competition Semi-finalist (2025)
- South Colonie Hall of Fame Inductee (2025)
As an educator, Jarvis has developed innovative teaching methods including the Self-Management Practice Handbook and specialized right-hand curriculum that applies the latest science on skill acquisition. He teaches at multiple institutions including Cornell University as Visiting Lecturer and maintains an active schedule with summer programs at New England Music Camp and the International Society of Bassists Young Bassists Program.
