Bassist, composer and arranger, Arie Volinez is a graduate of Mannes College of Music, N.Y and has studied privately with jazz pianist Richie Beirach and at Berklee College of Music. He was the Music Director of the Israel Air Force Big Band from 2000 to 2003. Volinez is currently performing and recording with Swiss composer George Grunts and with jazz great Dave Liebman. He teaches bass, arranging, harmony, ensembles, rhythm and essential bass techniques.