The Versatile Bassist

The Versatile Bassist

Author: David Overthrow

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780739048030

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Become a diverse and in-demand bass player by learning bass lines in a wide variety of styles from blues and reggae to funk and heavy metal, analysis of the styles and recordings of pioneering players, fun techniques such as fingerstyle funk, slap & pop, and two-handed tapping, how to really lock in" with the drummer, and much more!"


The Total Jazz Bassist

The Total Jazz Bassist

Author: David Overthrow

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2007-05

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9780739043110

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The Total Jazz Bassist is a complete jazz method, giving equal treatment to both electric and double bass. Covering styles like bebop, Latin, funk and fusion, this book provides examples and lessons that will help you become a well-rounded bassist. The Total Jazz Bassist also covers theory, technique, tunes, solos, jazz styles, and includes great advice for practicing and doing business. You'll learn to develop walking bass lines, how to solo, bass lines and solo patterns for blues changes and major and minor "two-five-one" progressions, dominant 7th chord scales, approaches for playing "Rhythm Changes," and much, much more! This is the one place to get everything you need to make you not only a great jazz bassist but an asset to any band. A CD demonstrating the examples in the book is included.


The Everything Bass Guitar Book

The Everything Bass Guitar Book

Author: Eric Starr

Publisher: Everything

Published: 2008-04-01

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9781598694833

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Be a star on the bass guitar! The bass guitar is an essential instrument in the "big three" styles of music: rock, jazz, and Latin. If you want to learn to play what's often called the heart of a band, you can do it with The Everything Bass Guitar Book with CD. You'll get an introduction to music theory, learn about common bass lines and patterns, and discover how the bass can be used as a solo instrument. Written by two accomplished musicians, this step-by-step guide outlines the basics of playing this versatile instrument, including: Where to find the right equipment--from a bass to an amp and accessories How to read notation and tablature Hand and finger techniques Improvisational methods and ensemble skills By following the easy-to-understand instructions and special audio lessons on CD, you'll learn how to play the bass in no time at all!


The Versatile Keyboardist

The Versatile Keyboardist

Author: Noah Baerman

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2008-08

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780739052761

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The complete course in a variety of music styles, The Versatile Keyboardist features a wide range of techniques and styles for keyboardists who know the significance of being well-rounded, adaptable, and open-minded. The book introduces the essentials of many styles, with examples based on actual songs. Learn the history and important players of each style and gain further understanding of the elements of a great keyboard part. The book also teaches general music theory and fundamental concepts to improve musicians in every style and unleash their potential to become flexible, adaptable, and versatile keyboardists! A CD demonstrating the examples in the book is included.


The Pattern System for the Bass Player

The Pattern System for the Bass Player

Author: Ariane Cap

Publisher: CapCat Music Media Incorporated

Published: 2021-04-30

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780996727662

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This concise guide leads the learner to attain superior familiarity with the fretboard. It achieves this by strategically dividing the bass into six areas and employing systematic practice regimens, challenging scalar drills as well as creative improvisation exercises. Powerful and precise instructions on how to practice using all senses, how to best utilize the metronome and how to incorporate mental training lead the learner to a deeper understanding of the patterns of music.


Complete Electric Bass Method

Complete Electric Bass Method

Author: David Overthrow

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780739006863

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This book is great for electric bassists who have learned the basics and are ready to take the next step. Beginning with a brief review of reading standard music notation and TAB, this book takes you further into using scales to build bass lines, techniques such as slap & pop, string muting, and walking bass lines. You'll be introduced to ideas such as modes, tetrachords, passing tones and varying rhythmic activity. Author David Overthrow keeps things fun and interesting without sacrificing any important details. A must for any serious bass players.


The Bassist's Bible

The Bassist's Bible

Author: Nicholas Keefe

Publisher: Nicholas Khatchadourian

Published: 2023-07-23

Total Pages: 39

ISBN-13:

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"The Bassist's Bible: Techniques, Theory, and Tips for All Levels" is a comprehensive guide to playing bass guitar. This book covers everything from the history of the bass guitar to playing techniques, music theory, rhythm, playing with a band, advanced techniques, music styles, maintenance, live performance, and tips for improvement. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this book provides a wealth of information to help you develop your skills and become a skilled bassist. With clear explanations, helpful illustrations, and a variety of exercises and examples, "The Bassist's Bible" is an essential resource for anyone looking to master the art of playing bass guitar.


Slap & Pop Bass: A Guide to Modern Funk Techniques, Book & CD

Slap & Pop Bass: A Guide to Modern Funk Techniques, Book & CD

Author: David Overthrow

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2002-07

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9780739028155

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Learn to serve up funk-a-licious grooves and extract the vibrant percussive sounds hidden in the electric bass. Renowned expert, David Overthrow teaches everything you need to know to get started playing hot slap & pop bass lines. Following a clear and logical progression, each essential technique is covered individually, from hammer-ons and pull-offs to double pops and double stops. Your skills build gradually so learning is easy! Over 100 licks and grooves are provided, plus a special library of bass lines for additional fun. The recording demonstrates all the music featured in the book. A great book for any serious bass player, from beginner to advanced.


The Jazz Bass Book

The Jazz Bass Book

Author: John Goldsby

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9780879307165

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Complete Electric Bass Method: Beginning Electric Bass

Complete Electric Bass Method: Beginning Electric Bass

Author: David Overthrow

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781457415067

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Perfect for beginning bassist or players who want to enhance their knowledge. Starting with a review of reading music, this book explains the basics of music theory as it relates to being a great bass player with an easy, step-by-step approach. Before you know it, you'll be using major scales, triads and 7th chords to create cool-sounding bass lines for the most important chord progressions all bassists need to know. Learn to lock in with a drummer and the basics of blues and funk styles. Students, teachers and self-taught players alike will enjoy this thorough, easy-to-use method.