Ricky Pringle, section double bass

I have been with TSO since 2003.

I love the music and also the great musicians in the orchestra.

I became a double bassist in middle school. I learned double bass in the public school.

I was inspired by my high school and middle school string teachers.

I am an orchestra teacher for Austin ISD. I have just completed 25 years in my current position.

I am not a terrible cook.

There are too many to list.

There is a place for everyone in music. You have to find the right path and place for yourself.

TSO is one of the hidden gems in this part of the state.

I hope that they find entertainment and enjoyment.

That it’s fun but a lot of hard work and patience.

I typically start with listening, and then working through pieces that I have not yet played.

As a music teacher I have learned to listen and find enjoyment in pretty much everything.

All of the wonderful people who perform and support the organization including the community.

Some of it is getting to teach and share my love for music as well as still being able to play.

Wonderful, fun, enjoyable.