What I pack to orchestra/wind rehearsals
- Michael Rais
- Nov 7
- 2 min read
🎶 Instrument & Performance Gear
Double Bass
Bass Case (hard or padded)
Bows (primary + backup)
Rosin
Bass Mute
Rockstop / Endpin anchor
Bass Stool
Cleaning cloths (1 for bass, 1 for bow hair)
Warm-up books (2–3 short technical ones)
Pencil & pens
Spare strings (even an old set)
String cutter or multitool
Endpin cap / rubber stopper (backup)
Peg compound or lubricant
Extra bow screw or eyelet (if available)
⚙️ Tech / Digital Gear
Tablet (with scores)
Stylus / pen
Bluetooth page-turn pedal (+ charging cable)
Tuner / metronome (app or clip-on)
Battery pack / power bank
All necessary charging cables
Earbuds (Bluetooth)
Hearprotek ear plugs
Extension cord / small power strip
Tablet or music stand (foldable)
Spare pedal battery or USB cable
Small clip light or flashlight
Wi-Fi hotspot / phone tether capability
🧳 Travel / Organization
Travel bag or gig case for accessories
Reusable tote for snacks or sheet music
Instrument insurance card / paperwork
Printed rehearsal schedule / contacts
Car emergency kit (jumper cables, gloves, flashlight)
Seat cushion / lumbar support (for long drives)
Small notebook for notes or setlists
🍎 Food & Comfort
Snacks (protein bars, nuts, fruit)
Candy / gum
Bottle of water (reusable)
Coffee / travel mug (if needed)
Compact lunch cooler for longer days
💪 Personal Care / Essentials
Cologne (light, fresh scent)
Kleenex / tissues
Hand sanitizer
Glasses + case + wipes/cloth
Imitrex / headache medication
Mini first aid kit (band-aids, pain reliever, nail file)
Nail clippers
Small towel / hand cloth
Lip balm
Deodorant (travel size)
Eye drops
Lint roller
Compact mirror
Comb / small brush
Toothbrush & toothpaste (for overnights)
🎥 Optional (for video / brand content days)
Camera or phone mount
Tripod or dash mount
Portable LED light
Small mic (clip-on or shotgun)
Business cards / QR code card (for networking)
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