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The ISB was founded by the world-renowned virtuoso Gary Karr in 1967. With some 3,000 members in over 40 countries, the ISB is an organization for those who teach, study, play, repair, build and enjoy the double bass. The ISB is a forum for communication among bassists throughout the world and across a wide variety of musical styles. Members receive our journal, Bass World, three times per year and the "Bass Line" newsletter twice yearly. Every two years the ISB holds an international convention and double bass competition, a composition contest, and now, a maker's competition. If you love the double bass, become a member of the International Society of Bassists today!

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Membership Has Its Privileges Join the International Society of Bassists to gain access to many resources. Already a member? Renew Now!

ISB Convention 2013 Rochester, NY Make plans now to join us for the 2013 ISB Convention in Rochester, NY, June 2-8, 2013.

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George Vance Online Resource Library ISB Members may browse through 40+ years of publications and learn more about the double bass's history and future.

ISB Store The ISB offers back issues of its membership magazine, as well as society-related merchandise.