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DOUBLE BASS PLAYERS classical and Jazz
F. Simandl
New Method for the Double Bass book 1 The
definitive instructional book for double bass withexercises in different
finger positions, scales etc Every bassist
should have this book Price
NZ$87.20
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F. Simandl
New Method for the Double Bass book 11 Continuation
of above, with further exercises Price
NZ$66.00
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Modern Walking Bass Technique By Mike Richmond Jazz Bass lines demonstrating walking bass. An excellent
book, play and listen to the lines and your playing will improve Price NZ$82.00
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Building Walking Bass Lines
Ed Friedland A walking bass line is
the most common approach to jazz bass playing, but it is also used
in rock music, blues, rockabilly, R&B, gospel, Latin, country
and many other types of music.
The term 'walking'
is used to describe the moving feeling that quarter notes create
in the bass part. The specific goal of this book is to familiarize
players with the techniques used to build walking bass lines and
to make them aware of how the process works.
Through the use of 90-minutes' worth of recorded rhythm
tracks, players will have the opportunity to put the new learning
directly into action. This book literally gives bassists the tools
they need to build their own walking bass lines. 64 pages
The Bottom Line
a bassline book by Todd Coolman Another
great book on bass lines which also looks at the shape of fingering
notes within chord on your bass. More technical
detail on how to create lines to suit chords Price
NZ$42.00
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The Evolving Bassist
M illennium Edition
by Rufus Reid a comprehensive method
in developing a total musical concept for the aspiring jazz bass
player Price
NZ$87.75
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Dr Mortons Miraculous
Scale Fingerings
by Mark Morton Arranges the twelve key
centers in ascending chromatic order from E to E-flat. Each key
includes major, natural minor, harmonic minor, melodic minor, chromatic,
whole-tone, diminished, and what Dr. Morton calls major pentatonic,
and minor pentatonic scales. Many of these scales will be of particular
interest to jazz players. Because there are three complete octaves
in every key available on double basses with a fingerboard of average
length, each scale type is presented in three one-octave, two two-octave,
(the middle octave is included in two-octave scales), and one three-octave
scale.
Every note in this book has a fingering
indication. Notes requiring a shift are notated with a large,
bold number. Notes in position are notated with a small, fine
number. The preface includes suggestions regarding rhythm and
bowing, but the player is free to play them at any speed, any
octave(s), any rhythm, or any bowing. These scale fingerings may
be too difficult for novice players, and it is recommended they
begin with the Primer.
The Improvisors Bass Method
by Chuck Sher
A complete method book, over 200 pages, filled with information
and exercises on all aspects of bass playing, for both acoustic
and electric bass. Plus transcribed bass lines and solos by: Eddie
Gomez, Ron Carter, David Friesen, Charles Mingus, James Jamerson,
Ray Brown, Paul Jackson, Scott LaFaro, Marcus Miller, George Mraz,
Jaco Pastorius, Paul Chambers, Alphonso Johnson, Jimmy Garrison,
...and more! ENDORSEMENTS Jazz Educators Journal - "What
makes the book outstanding is how it covers both the basics and
the more creative aspects of bass playing. Recommended for electric
or upright bass players at all levels of musicianship." Eddie
Gomez (bassist with Bill Evans, Chick Corea, and many others)
- "Chuck Sher has put together a book that is informative,
readily comprehensible, and highly imaginative. I recommend it
for any bassist interested in expanding his awareness in the art
of improvising." Guitar Player Magazine "...aimed at
helping everyone, from novice to veteran, become more adept at
handling either electric or acoustic upright bass... quite informative."
Bob Magnusson (bassist with Joe Farrell, Sarah Vaughn, etc. Instructor
at the Bass Institute of Technology) "...a very comprehensive
study of both the acoustic and electric basses. You are welcome
to my endorsement." Lennie Lasher (bassist with the San Francisco
Symphony and jazz recording artist) - "This book is a wonderful
contribution to the art of jazz bass playing."
Mastering the Bass Book1
with 2 CD play along set Mastering the Bass is
a thorough method for both electric and upright bass designed to
guide bassists to mastery. It begins with building strong time and
rhythmic skills, a firm foundation upon which all bass playing must
be rooted. Following this, students learn a wide range of grooves
and practice reading all styles of music: Blues, Rock, Funk, Reggae,
Fusion (including odd meters), Jazz, Latin, Baroque, Classical and
more. Ear training incorporated into the method improves the students'
listening skills, teaching students to hear chord progressions,
melodies and rhythms. Theory lessons help students understand how
the bass functions in music. Students also study improvisation of
both bass parts and solos on chord changes, articulation (finger
and bowing technique), performance goals, visualization, and more.
Each volume moves logically to the next level Even seasoned players
can fill holes in their technique by going through the method from
Book I and moving on to greater technique as well as a deeper understanding
in later volumes.
Mastering the Bass Book
2
with 2 CD play along set Book 2 continues
to build strong technique, ear skills, and musicality with obtainable
goals relative to those accomplished in Book 1. A large number of
shifting and position studies are presented to help players learn
to navigate the fingerboard. For upright bassists, there are bowing
exercises and variations as well as an explanation of bow articulations.
In addition, you will find a further explanation of theory, which
includes: triads, inversions, basic, diatonic harmony, minor scales,
modes and simple chord progression analysis. You will also find
discussions of musical expression markings, such as dynamics, and
various articulations. A thorough knowledge of all of these musical
elements contributes to your instrumental mastery
F. Simandl 30 Etudes for Bass 30 Etudes written for bass in progressive difficulty.
Stress laid on breadth of tune, precision of rhythm and correct
intonation Price NZ$51.10
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