At the core of Triple C’s groove is none other than our multi-talented bassist, Mark Taglianetti! 🎶 While you might see him rocking the bass on stage, there’s a whole lot more to his musical journey. Let’s dive into what makes Mark such a key part of the Triple C sound. 🔥
🎺 A Journey from Trumpet to Bass
Believe it or not, Mark didn’t start out as a bassist. He’s actually a classically and jazz-trained trumpet player 🎺! But that’s just the beginning—Mark also plays cornet, flugelhorn, piano, organ, guitar, bass, trombone, baritone, tuba, and drums 🎹🥁🎵
His bass journey started when he was working at a non-profit called Soldiers' Angels. They had a music program called "Operation Harmony," and they needed instructors to teach wounded warriors. Mark picked up the guitar and the bass and started teaching them both after only a few weeks of learning himself. 🎸💪
Mark says, “Teaching guitar and bass at Operation Harmony was one of the most fulfilling things I’ve ever done. I fell in love with the bass because it creates the groove with the drums, the heartbeat of every song.” ❤️ Now, Mark plays with Triple C band, and in the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church Mass Choir every Sunday 🙌
🎶 Crafting the Groove
As the bassist, Mark plays a crucial role in creating the rhythmic foundation of Triple C’s sound. When asked how he crafts the perfect groove, Mark says, “I like to craft a bass line that complements both the melody and the drums. It’s all about finding that balance that keeps the song locked in and flowing smoothly.” 🎤🥁🎸
🎼 Favorite Bass Lines 🎵
When it comes to favorite bass styles, Mark has a clear love for walking bass lines and syncopated grooves. “They add movement and personality to the music” he says. 🤘 Whether it's a smooth, steady line or a rhythmically complex groove, Mark’s bass playing gives Triple C its signature sound. 🎤🎶
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