Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition

by Patrick Pfeiffer

• ISBN13: 9780470603819
• ISBN10: 047060381X
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-12-01
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

Updated with the latest bass guitar technology, accessories, and moreThe bass is the heart of music. So leave center stage to the other musicians-you have more important work to do. You can find everything you need to dominate bass in Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition.You'll get expert advice on the basics, like deciding what kind of bass to pick up and which accessories are necessary and which are just nice to have. Plus, you'll get step-by-step instructions for getting started, from how to hold and position your bass to reading notation and understanding chords, scales, and octaves to playing solos and fills. New coverage of slaps, double stops, de-tuning, and fretless techniques New musical exercises as well as updates to charts, illustrations, photos, and resources Includes bonus CD with audio clips of all the examples in the bookWhether you're a beginner picking up a bass for the first time or an experienced player looking to improve your skills, Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition is an easy-to-follow reference that gives you just enough music theory to get you going on your way fast!

Table of Contents

Introduction

The World According to Bass

Bass Bass-ics: What Is the Meaning of Bass?

Gaining the Tools and Skills to Play

Reading, 'Riting, and Rhythm

The Bass-ics of Playing

Warming Up: Getting Your Hands in Shape to Play

Understanding Major and Minor Structures

Making the Moves, Creating the Grooves

Creating the Groove

Going Solo: Playing Solos and Fills

Using the Correct Accompaniment for Each Genre

Rock On! Getting Down with the Rock Styles

Swing It! Playing Styles That Rely on the Triplet Feel

Making It Funky: Playing Hardcore Bass Grooves

Sampling International Flavors: Bass Styles from Around the World

Playing in Odd Meters: Not Strange, Just Not the Norm

Groovin' in a Genre: It's All About Style!

Buying and Caring For Your Bass

Love of a Lifetime or One-Night Stand? Buying the Right Bass

Getting the Right Gear for Your Bass Guitar

Changing the Strings on Your Bass Guitar

Keeping Your Bass in Shape: Maintenance and Light Repair

The Part of Tens

Ten Innovative Bassists You Should Know

Ten Great Rhythm Sections, (Bassists and Drummers)

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