Jeni Magana

Bass / Vox / Clarinet

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I play bass and sing and specialize in the area where folk and bluegrass meet indie rock. I can record high quality tracks remotely. Let's make some music!

Hi! I'm a multi instrumentalist but I've spent most of my life focused on upright and electric bass. I grew up playing classical music and playing in rock bands, and discovered bluegrass in college which is funny because I went there to study jazz. Now I mostly split my time between playing electric bass (and bg vox) for indie pop acts, upright bass (and bg vox) on bluegrass and alt bluegrass tracks, and fronting my own band.

I have two beautiful double basses with different tones, a P bass, jag bass, fretless J bass, Teisco bass, Bass Station, Moog Mother-32, MicroBrute and an array of pedals so I can make sure to get the sound you want on your track. Other than bass, I sing and play clarinet. I also own Prophet and Minilogue polyphonic synths and love to make soundscapes.

I always take my time and go one step further than just what a "session" musician would play, and work to create interesting parts and get great sounds. Your project is unique and it's important that all the parts reflect that. Because I am a songwriter as well, I care a lot about the big picture and making sure to serve the song above all.

Send me a note through the contact button above.

Languages

  • English

25 Reviews - 7 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Emily J.
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    Jeni is amazing!! So talented and gets everything over in a very timely manner.

  2. Review by Walter R.
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    Timely and on the mark with 3 upright bass versions that all could have worked on this song. A real pro. Thanks.

  3. Review by Walter R.
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    Professionally and promptly provided a selection of options for the stand-up bass and clarinet parts to the song. One-stop shopping at its best. Thanks, Jen.

  4. Review by David G.
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    Jeni did a great job and she is very easy to work with. Huge thumbs up!

  5. Review by Christian Thomas
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    Jeni is a stellar bass player and knows just what to give an arrangement to give it a solid base and groove. She really got a good feel for my single and what could help support it but also further the vibe. She's also a fantastic recordist. I'd love to work with her again.

  6. Review by iain m.
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    Jeni gave me everything I was hoping for for this track. Adding a feel to the song that was true to my original intention.

    She responded so quickly and effectively to any issues arising - always aiming for the best possible outcome.

    Thank you Jeni for you hard work and commitment

  7. Review by Jim M.
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    Jeni provided two tracks (both double-mic: neck and bridge) of an upright bass recording for a song I composed and they were both superb! The recordings were very high quality and her performance captured that deep bass sound with a punchy mid-range in some sections just at the right moments. Her groove and improvisations added both rhythm and a melodic undertone that really made the song come alive. Her turn-around time was also very fast. Highly recommend!

  8. Review by Danyaal
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    Jeni is an absolute joy to work with! She really understands what a song needs and is able to deliver spectacular results! :)

  9. Review by Leanne P.
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    So excellent. Jeni did a beautiful job; it was exactly what I hoped for and more.

  10. Review by Danyaal R.
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    Jeni delivered an incredible upright bass part super quickly! I couldn't be more happy with everything! :)

  11. Review by Kevin J.
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    Jeni was amazing. She completed my entire project in less than 24 hours and exceeded my expectations. I can't recommend her enough!

  12. Review by Claire C.
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    Jeni did a wonderful job as always, her parts sound so lovely and she always turns it around fast. I couldn't be happier with the song! Super! Thanks Jeni!

  13. Review by Emily J.
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    Jeni is so talented and such a pleasure to work with!! She went above and beyond and gave me exactly what I needed for my track.

  14. Review by Claire C.
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    As always Jeni did a great job, the parts sound beautiful! Thank you Jeni!

  15. Review by Julian B.
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    Jeni was wonderful to work with and accommodated all of my requests with ease. The recordings she sent were brilliant quality. Highly recommended!

  16. Review by Claire C.
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    It's always great working with Jenni!

  17. Review by Britt Arnesen
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    Glad to have Jeni on my team!

  18. Review by Britt Arnesen
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    Very competent musician, great communicator. Jeni is well-organized with attention to detail and follow-through. Glad I hired her and will gladly do it again.

  19. Review by Sylvie H.
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    Wow! Jeni really came through with a last minute job. She nailed it, giving me multiple options/sounds to work with. A total pro and very appreciated.

  20. Review by Joshua M.
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    Jeni nailed it . . . I needed some classic sounding upright bass tracks, and she quickly delivered on two full-length options for me to pick and choose from. Her recording is clear and dynamic, her playing is great, and she has been a pleasure to work with. Can't wait to work with her again.

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I will discuss your goals with you and send you at least 2 fully flushed and comped .wav files. There will be a chance for 1 round of revisions on a project under the listed rates.

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