Peter “Shane” Savage

Peter “Shane” Savage is a double bassist based in South Florida.  He started his musical training at age five, beginning on violin and cello, before taking up double bass at age ten.  Shane has been a participant in the Eastern Music Festival, National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America, the Heifetz Summer Institute, and Colorado College Summer Music Festival.  He has played in masterclasses for Thomas Martin, Jeff Bradetich, and Edicson Ruiz, and has worked extensively with mentors  Elmar Oliveira, Michael Klotz, and Sam Suggs.  Shane has performed with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, the Atlantic Classical Orchestra, is a sub for the Miami City Ballet, and a member of the Palm Beach Symphony.  He is also the winner of the 2022 John Oliveira String Competition, being the first double bassist to win first prize.  Shane holds his Bachelor’s degree in music performance from the Lynn University Conservatory of Music, and his notable teachers include Eugene Levinson and Timothy Cobb.  A native of Florida, Shane grew up in Port St. Lucie and the Treasure Coast, and loves to freelance in his hometown.