ISBN 1844920356. The Bass is fundamental to all forms of music, and being a versatile and accomplished player has never been so important. This pocket-sized guide to the Bass, written by Stuart Clayton, provides you with everything you need to develop a comprehensive knowledge of your instrument and the music you play on it. Starting with the basics of tning up and finding your way around the fretboard, the book then presents a series of tutorials covering: All aspects Notation and TablatureHow to form an effective practice scheduleThe basics of major/minor diatonic harmonyLeft hand accuracy and exercisesPhrasing techniques including slurs, trills, bending and vibratoPlaying fingerstyle, muting and the travelling thumbSlap Bass - how it works and when to use itPlaying with a pickHow to arrange and transcribe You will even find a section covering the bass itself, how to buy an instrument and what to look for in your own price range. Soon you will find yourself accomplished and confident in a large variety of musical situations.
