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1. !!! ! MEGAN's Song (#23686) by WAYNE ELLIOTT A lullaby for an angel. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5281 Hits · Last Modified: 5/25/11 2. !!A Sweet Run (#23477) by Joe Haller The trouble with most bass players is frankly weak chops. So I have posted a "exercise" to build up your chops. Mainly focus on hit the fret precisely dead on to each great fingers. Theory/Reference · Expert · 5028 Hits · Last Modified: 2/23/08 3. 08/23/03 (#12214) by Paul Smith JUST ANOTHER FUN DITTY Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5567 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/03 4. 08/23/03/2 (#12215) by Paul Smith LIJG Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2784 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/03 5. 1 Octave Major And Minor Arpeggios (#14894) by Adam Furay Good fingerings for 1 octave major and minor arpeggios Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8450 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 6. 1 Octave Major Scale Fingerings (#14901) by Adam Furay 1 octave major scale fingerings Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4954 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 7. 11/8 Meter (#3894) by Paolo Serra It' s a great exercise because gives you the ability ti don't foxilise on 4/4 meter lines. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11651 Hits · Last Modified: 6/21/01 8. 12 Bar Blues (#7514) by Jason Mines Teaches the Progression of the 12 Bar Blues. A basic yet important theory for developing music theorists. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 40562 Hits · Last Modified: 7/1/04 9. 12 Bar Blues 2 Bar Riff (#12224) by Alex Hadley 12 bar blues, using 2 bar riffs……So Cool. Please rate this and give feed back. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 25082 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/03 10. 12 Bar Blues In Bb (#12292) by Guy Troxler Very easy, steady eight note feel that u can change accordingly Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3334 Hits · Last Modified: 9/3/03 11. 12 Measure Jazz (#23771) by Dan Gable 12 Bar Jazz Blues with Improv Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1837 Hits · Last Modified: 2/9/11 12. 16 Bars In E Minor (#12646) by Jason Cox 16 bars in e minor Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3932 Hits · Last Modified: 10/14/03 13. 16th Note Fun (#13880) by Chris Graziose Very fast. i set it at a low tempo. after mastering it at 120 bring it to 180 and give it a whirl/ Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 5342 Hits · Last Modified: 2/22/04 14. 16th Note Timing Exercise (#12792) by Patrick Pfeiffer An exercise to put you in control of all the 16th notes within a beat or measure. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4319 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/03 15. 16ths To The T (#20508) by Geoffrey Barnes Another repetitive lesson - good for index, middle and ring finger dexterity. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1562 Hits · Last Modified: 3/5/06 16. 2 Hand Tappind Major And Major 7th Arpeg (#11295) by Lefteris Gavalas Nice way to play some fast arpeggios.Not too hard too! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5194 Hits · Last Modified: 5/19/03 17. 2 Octave Arpeggio Fingerings (#14895) by Adam Furay 2 octave major and minor arpeggio fingerings Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3111 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 18. 2 Octave Arpegio (#20688) by Kyle Smith This is a good run to practice for you have to think about where the notes are on the fretboard at all times. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2094 Hits · Last Modified: 4/9/06 19. 2 Octave G Major In 3rds (#6713) by Matt Mersereau This is a really great finger/timing exercise that ultimatly familiarises you with all the notes in a key. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6984 Hits · Last Modified: 4/10/02 20. 2 Octave Major Chord Finger Practice (#6707) by Matt Mersereau A good finger warm up and major chord practice. Good in any key sig. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8946 Hits · Last Modified: 4/10/02 21. 2 Octave Major Scale Fingerings (#14899) by Adam Furay 2 octave major scale fingerings Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2018 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 22. 2 Octave Phrygian Scale (#2721) by Steve Rosenka This is a two octave Phrygian scale for the 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11209 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 23. 2 Octave Scale Pattern (#851) by Webb Pickersgill This lesson will teach you how to play a 2 octave scale with a distinctive pattern. This is marked as advanced due to extensive shifting required. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 10822 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/00 24. 2-octave Aeolian Scale For 5-string (#3010) by Steve Rosenka This is our next 2-octave scale for the 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4799 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 25. 2-octave Dorian b2 For 5-string (#3276) by Steve Rosenka A 2-octave Dorian b2 scale for the 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2651 Hits · Last Modified: 5/16/01 26. 2-Octave Locrian Scale For 5-String (#3036) by Steve Rosenka This is the last of the Church modes for 5-string. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2308 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 27. 2-octave Lydian Dominant (#3367) by Steve Rosenka A 2-octave Lydian Dominant Scale for 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3019 Hits · Last Modified: 5/16/01 28. 2-Octave Lydian For 5-string (#2785) by Steve Rosenka This is a 2-octave lydian scale for the 5-string. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5236 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 29. 2-octave Major Pentatonic For 5-string (#3045) by Steve Rosenka This is the next scale in our series,the major pentatonic Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5413 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 30. 2-octave Minor Pentatonic Scale (#3093) by Steve Rosenka Minor pentatonic scale for 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4754 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 31. 2-Octave Mixolydian For 5-string (#2963) by Steve Rosenka This is a 2 octave Mixolydian scale for the 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2864 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 32. 2-octave Whole Tone (#3107) by Steve Rosenka A 2-Octave whole-Tone Scale for 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2242 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 33. 24 Basic Chord Types (#16432) by Dylan Woodman This is essential for any bassist, because sooner or later, you'll end up at a gig that requires you to be able to read a chord chart. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 46982 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/05 34. 243 (#12874) by PJ Lepine Mm Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2890 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/03 35. 245 (#21049) by Jacob Huerta-Stamper You need to practice Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1194 Hits · Last Modified: 6/11/06 36. 3 FINGER ECONOMY (#24080) by Eugene Rice A simple way to give yourself more stamina and speed Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 546 Hits · Last Modified: 1/14/09 37. 3 Octave Arpeggio Fingerings (#14896) by Adam Furay 3 ocatve arpeggio fingerings Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2070 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 38. 3 Octave Fingering I Missed (#14897) by Adam Furay Left this one out Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1378 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 39. 3 Octave Major Scale Fingerings (#14898) by Adam Furay 3 octave major scale fingerings Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1652 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 40. 3/4 On 4/4 (#24517) by Geoffrey Barnes Poly Rhythmic Expression of playing waltz three time on top of drums regular 4 time. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 352 Hits · Last Modified: 1/13/10 41. 3s And 5s (#13018) by Alex Hadley A little line on 3s and 5s Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1663 Hits · Last Modified: 11/27/03 42. 4 (#21047) by Jacob Huerta-Stamper Great exersice Theory/Reference · Beginner · 995 Hits · Last Modified: 6/11/06 43. 4 String Scales And Arpeggios (#12267) by Lefteris Gavalas I hope you have been practising scales and arpeggios on 3 string thoroughly. Another area someone should focus, is practising them in a different position, that means on all four strings on the bass. I hope these lessons are going to be helpful. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7087 Hits · Last Modified: 1/3/04 44. 4th Circle In C (#296) by Sebastian De la Calle This is a scale in all the notes, it's preety good. Ciculo de 4tas y 5tas, muy copado y te agiliza mucho los dedos Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7553 Hits · Last Modified: 7/28/00 45. 5 Fret Workout (#17899) by Mike Ward Warm up excercise for begginer to pro alike. Like 4 fret excercise but requires skill because of the slide with first finger from the first fret to second before chromatic ascent and slide with 4th finger from fret 5 to 4 descending. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2280 Hits · Last Modified: 3/8/05 46. 5 Major Keys (#4400) by Mike Bulko The 5 most common Major Keys...C, G, D, A, E Theory/Reference · Beginner · 39657 Hits · Last Modified: 8/6/01 47. 5 Most Basic, Necessary Scales (#9973) by Dr. Tom Barton These are 5 of the most basic and necessary Scales. Practice Daily. Builds speed, dexterity, and tone quality. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 49740 Hits · Last Modified: 2/12/03 48. 5-string 2-Octave Dorian Scale (#2676) by Steve Rosenka This is a 2-octave Dorian scale for 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2447 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 49. 5-string Warm-up (cont.) (#2232) by Steve Rosenka These are variations on my previous lesson. They are a little more advanced. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2992 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 50. 5-string Warm-up (Cont.) (#2236) by Steve Rosenka This time, an even more ambitous excercise designed to increase finger dexterity. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3144 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 51. 5-string; Warm-up (#2222) by Steve Rosenka This is not just a good warm-up,but also develops finger/hand coordination. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2946 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 52. 546 (#23216) by Liam Gardiner Shows how you can slightly ajust arepegios and major scales and move them to create a range of effects although this is not a good sounding riff its good finger practice and shows u basic major chord arepgios and scales Theory/Reference · Beginner · 759 Hits · Last Modified: 12/4/07 53. 555 (#4329) by Steven Johnson Stuff i find to be fun Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3176 Hits · Last Modified: 7/30/01 54. 666 (#4580) by Steven Johnson LOL Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3678 Hits · Last Modified: 8/20/01 55. 6th Note Study (#9805) by Brian A. Smith Here's a little diatonic progression using the sixth note of each chord. Much of it used in the main theme of Thelonious Monk's "Misterioso". Once agai this is a movable pattern up and down the neck . . . enjoy! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1542 Hits · Last Modified: 1/28/03 56. 6th Stretch Practice (#2549) by Joel Weber This should be a good workout for your left hand, it is for mine. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5968 Hits · Last Modified: 3/19/01 57. 6th Warmup (#19808) by Nate Teschan Simple Warm-up and an awareness of the 6th interval in G Theory/Reference · Beginner · 809 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/05 58. 7-4 (#12033) by John Farrelly 7-4-03 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1443 Hits · Last Modified: 8/4/03 59. 8 Bar Lesson (#10235) by John Hardy My second lesson Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3288 Hits · Last Modified: 12/13/05 60. A Bass Line To Help With Scale Patterns (#13918) by Bert Torres I made this simple bass line so bass players of any level can play a cool riff and also get used to playing scales which help alot in your playing, endurance, strength etc. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1913 Hits · Last Modified: 2/26/04 61. A Commentary On Maiden (#22218) by Jon Hermansen Hope you read Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1080 Hits · Last Modified: 3/1/07 62. A Cool IImi7-V7-Imi7-IV7 Pattern (#21603) by Barney Brazitis Just another way to incorporate chords into your playing Theory/Reference · Advanced · 999 Hits · Last Modified: 10/15/06 63. A Cool Solid Bass Solo (#19232) by Ricky Licis Its fast, but once you got it, its fun to play Theory/Reference · Expert · 9944 Hits · Last Modified: 8/14/05 64. A Diminished Ballade (#23274) by Jon Hermansen Lots of chords going on here, in fact we have a couple transpositions in this ballade: Theory/Reference · Beginner · 504 Hits · Last Modified: 1/1/08 65. A Favorite Ending (#757) by Phil Farabough You always hear this one ov tv and radio ... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7750 Hits · Last Modified: 12/5/00 66. A Few Riffs (#11053) by Stephen Potts Learn how to build riffs from simple Motifs (parts). Each volume in this series will contain twenty play-along riffs and complete list of the 840 possible riffs from our motifs. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 54873 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/04 67. A Finger Exercise (#6654) by Karl Malmqvist This is an exercise that will strengten your fingers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4824 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/02 68. A Good Finger Exercise (#7744) by Karl Malmqvist This is a lot of different scales that let's your fingers work... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3897 Hits · Last Modified: 7/27/02 69. A Lesson In Two Finger Tapping (#12981) by Mark Heath This is a lesson to show how to use your index and middle finger while tapping. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1689 Hits · Last Modified: 11/24/03 70. A Little Bang For Your Bach (#3672) by Josh Scott Try tapping out this piano tune. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 8973 Hits · Last Modified: 6/8/01 71. A Little Humorous (#20566) by Ben DiGilio The dangers of a point-and-click midi sequencer. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 917 Hits · Last Modified: 3/29/06 72. A Look At Blues (#10616) by Stephen Potts This lesson displays 45 blues patterns with comments. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 19618 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/04 73. A Major Lesson On Minor Keys (#23459) by Josh Cross The natural, harmonic, and melodic minor scales, the chords, and a triad exercise all in A minor. i rushed this one if u find any mistakes let me know. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1327 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/08 74. A Major Scale (#157) by Preston Stroud This scale should be the first thing you learn to play on the bass . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 12194 Hits · Last Modified: 6/16/00 75. A Minor Blues (#23926) by Guitarousse Guitarousse A minor blues Theory/Reference · Beginner · 597 Hits · Last Modified: 9/19/08 76. A Minor Pentatonic Riff/Run (#10498) by Michael Sarles Runs that can be used to break up monotonous root note thumping. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3133 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/03 77. A Mixolydian Exercise (#20880) by Joe Zydiak This is good for learning to play faster. This is a longer way of crawling down the mixolydian scale( Major b7). Practice for speed and the format can be applied to other modes and scales for soloing or warming up. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 863 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/06 78. A Nice Bass Move (#6556) by Lennart Lennuk It's little tricky Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2672 Hits · Last Modified: 3/29/02 79. A Nice Little Line (#4388) by Victor Stiles Set sound to "Elec Fing" loop as many times as you like Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1768 Hits · Last Modified: 8/21/01 80. A Phrygian Melody In A (#21518) by Pat Colwell Some spanish sounding licks based in the Phrygian mode, key of A. Enjoy! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1696 Hits · Last Modified: 11/30/06 81. A Possible Intro To Permutation (#24819) by Jon Hermansen Just five notes can lead to many things. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 331 Hits · Last Modified: 7/9/11 82. A Progression...in C (#21247) by John paul Kirton Basicly its what the title says it is.... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6836 Hits · Last Modified: 7/21/06 83. A Punk Line (#12492) by Alex Hadley Just a little punk line Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1129 Hits · Last Modified: 9/28/03 84. A Quick D Key Progression (#20772) by Jue Eddervant Just a quick progression in the key of D Theory/Reference · Beginner · 967 Hits · Last Modified: 4/22/06 85. A Sad Song In B Major (#15760) by Bill Swodosh Here is a sad song in B major, that is very simple, as well I have a riff that goes with it were I normally play the notes as double stops but couldn't because the line builder can't. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1638 Hits · Last Modified: 8/10/04 86. A Trip To Byzanthium, The Main Theme (#8736) by Jon Hermansen It is strange but I have had many E mails regarding a piece called Trip to Byzanthium, and many have asked can you please give the main theme so here it is. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1345 Hits · Last Modified: 11/29/02 87. A Two Handed Twisted - Beginner (#6004) by Gustavo Menezes A easy lick to play!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2041 Hits · Last Modified: 2/3/02 88. A Very Impressive Pattern (#11770) by Joe Sopata Play a solo from here and be guaranteed to turn heads at you next party. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3283 Hits · Last Modified: 7/2/03 89. A Walk In The Dark (#11172) by Stephen Potts A walking bassline related to the Harmony Magic lesson. Exclamation points removed Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2704 Hits · Last Modified: 7/12/03 90. A WARM UP EXERCISE (#1628) by Paul Clark An excercise to warm you up across all the strings Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3329 Hits · Last Modified: 1/10/01 91. A7minor (#11634) by Zingo Ringers This is a nice bass solo. It's all in an A7minor chord without any chord changes. I like to explore within the chords as much as possible. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1502 Hits · Last Modified: 6/20/03 92. Active Bass (#8859) by Marc Huber Active bass Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1965 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/02 93. Adding Fills To Your Basslines (#19102) by Brandon Ashcraft This lesson teaches you a way to make your bassline more advanced and also, bring out your creativity. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1786 Hits · Last Modified: 8/3/05 94. Advanced Lesson Authoring Techniques (#6352) by Tracy Hardy Johnson Here are the directions for MAKING advanced lessons to include bass playing techniques not available in the ActiveBass Line Builder. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 8644 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/02 95. Advanced Slap Bass (#5300) by Greg Croak Various slapping licks to try Theory/Reference · Expert · 9024 Hits · Last Modified: 11/20/01 96. All About Key Signatures (#20513) by Chris Adams If you want to write music, you have to know about key signatures Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1743 Hits · Last Modified: 3/5/06 97. All The Major Scales (#2970) by Chuck Howard This is a 16 page lesson that will teach you every major scale by referencing the circle of fifths. Approaching it in this manner will not only help you to learn the scales, but will also teach you the basic logic behind the way music works. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 112594 Hits · Last Modified: 8/4/03 98. Almost Funk (#19236) by Alex Hnatiuk Cool. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1234 Hits · Last Modified: 8/15/05 99. Alternation Excercises (#14885) by Adam Furay Excercise that focuses on eliminating "raking" Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1109 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 100. Alternation Excercises 2 (#14887) by Adam Furay More excercises that will help eliminate raking Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1336 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 101. Am-F-C-G (#15679) by Andre Arsed The most popular sequence of chords Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2270 Hits · Last Modified: 8/2/04 102. An Easy Way To Play 7majors (#4038) by Nicolas Queiroz These is something that i came up to remember the 7 majors.it has a small melody to memorize the exercise and a good warn up too. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1874 Hits · Last Modified: 2/15/02 103. Anchors Out! Tracks (#19970) by Alex Hnatiuk Just a couple of sample bass tracks from some of our songs. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1031 Hits · Last Modified: 12/15/05 104. Another Box Riff/Run (#10525) by Michael Sarles Another 'box' riff run. This one is in A - but it can be used anywhere. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1345 Hits · Last Modified: 3/27/03 105. Another C Minor Oddity (#7500) by Jon Hermansen Another triplet based c minor composition Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1296 Hits · Last Modified: 7/8/02 106. Another Hint From The Keyboard: (#22835) by Jon Hermansen Interesting ideal: May be useful Theory/Reference · Beginner · 335 Hits · Last Modified: 8/19/07 107. Anyone For Key Signature Basics? (#11524) by Stephen Potts Basic arpeggio Patterns by Key Signature for all major keys. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10027 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/03 108. AP Come Now Is The Time To Worship (#22276) by Andrew Young SLOW & PERFECT! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 661 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/07 109. AP Rhythm #1 (#22274) by Andrew Young SLOW & PERFECT! Adrian, try this rhythm at different tempos with different scales, etc. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 585 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/07 110. AP Rhythm #2 (#22275) by Andrew Young SLOW & PERFECT! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 544 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/07 111. Apawp (#19270) by Alex Hnatiuk Just something Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2409 Hits · Last Modified: 8/19/05 112. Appeggio's And Tap Harmonics (#5106) by Ron DeMay How to write harmonizing bass lines with arpeggios using theory. Theory is not a prerequisite. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 19946 Hits · Last Modified: 12/16/01 113. Applications For Sweeping (#23618) by Stuart Robertson I hope my lesson on the technique I use to sweep was helpful, but here I want to show how sweeping can be used in musical contexts other than 'shred' styles. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1531 Hits · Last Modified: 4/7/08 114. Armageddon (#18799) by Will Hol Just some lines... Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1979 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/05 115. Arpeggio For Traversing The Neck (#22775) by Barney Brazitis An arpeggio that will get you to the upper register smoothly and quickly, as well as helping you with note names in the middle upper register of the neck. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 905 Hits · Last Modified: 8/4/07 116. Arpeggio In Gflat (#20142) by Chris Barry Good scale, it will help you. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 814 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/06 117. Arpeggio Patterns (#2539) by Dan Hendrickson Here are some arpeggio patterns. Try playing these in different keys and feel free to slow the tempo down if it's too fast. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6863 Hits · Last Modified: 3/19/01 118. Arpeggio Practce (#16193) by Topher Thompson This is triad arpeggio practice of two major chords and then a minor chord and back to a major chord. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1117 Hits · Last Modified: 9/7/04 119. Arpeggio Practice (#19288) by WILLIAM HULSEY A guide to using bass lines within chordal contexts. Basically, to help answer the question, "What line goes here?" Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6396 Hits · Last Modified: 9/20/05 120. Arpeggio Scale In A (#20169) by Chris Barry Easy arpeggio scale, relates to jimi hendrix's "purple haze" and "foxey lady" Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1174 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/06 121. Arpeggio Scale In G (#20141) by Chris Barry Good scale to get your fingers moving. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 752 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/06 122. Arpeggio Study (#2062) by David Hoyle Study of how different arpeggios can be used. its also a pretty cool bass line to play. feedback plz!. this was the 999th lesson!!! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6117 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/01 123. Arpeggio Tapping (#17834) by Ant Mac Colourful tune into Arpeggio Tapping Theory/Reference · Advanced · 861 Hits · Last Modified: 3/1/05 124. Arpeggio Warm-up (#19148) by Jesse Moffat Just a little excersise Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 886 Hits · Last Modified: 8/8/05 125. Arpeggio Warm-up Excersise (#19802) by John Moore This exercise is just a C major scale where you alternate between major 7th and minor 7th arpeggios. It is a great warm up routine. MAKE SURE YOU USE 1 FINGER PER FRET! Make sure you try and make the notes as clear as you can, speed will come later. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2415 Hits · Last Modified: 11/29/05 126. Arpeggio Workout! Key: G Major (#23376) by Wesley Pedigo Great arpeggio work out. this could lead into sweeping on the bass guitar. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 911 Hits · Last Modified: 2/6/08 127. Arpeggios (#5569) by Peter Asmuth Something you should know Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1808 Hits · Last Modified: 12/22/01 128. Arpeggios In (C) (#17499) by Rodney Liner Playing Scales or Arpeggios are great for practice, but instead of just playing them straight out, play them with a groove or feeling. It makes it more fun and less boring. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2184 Hits · Last Modified: 4/27/05 129. Arpeggios In Two Handed - I (#6005) by Gustavo Menezes Major and Minor, two handed Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1548 Hits · Last Modified: 2/3/02 130. Arpeggios Squared (#1662) by Matthew Brown Every arpeggio contains only its own chord tones; the difference can be the order you play them in. This has been updated, and I welcome feedback... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10420 Hits · Last Modified: 6/26/02 131. Arpeggios, Single Tap (#23752) by Kyle Nahrgang Screwing around with arpeggios. First lesson. Tap the note on the 19th fret of the G string. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 478 Hits · Last Modified: 6/12/08 132. Arpeggios-1 (#10110) by Billy Rose Apeggios to spice things up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1421 Hits · Last Modified: 2/22/03 133. Arpegio Breakdown (#3913) by Myles Bradford Just an idea I had floating around in my head. Not really too sure on where to place it in a song. Maybe an Iron Maiden type breakdown? Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4463 Hits · Last Modified: 6/22/01 134. Artificial Harmonic Practice (#14792) by Vince Croft A exercise desigined to encorporate the use of finger tapping artifical harmonics. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1895 Hits · Last Modified: 6/11/04 135. Artificial Harmonics (#16157) by Charlie Risius The rudiments of playing artificial harmonics. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 10086 Hits · Last Modified: 9/4/04 136. Artificial Harmonics Part 1 (#5544) by Nate Ricker A technique used to create a harmonic octave sound anywhere on the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 8941 Hits · Last Modified: 12/19/01 137. At The End Of It All (#20962) by David Burch A simple bass line from my bands new song Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1270 Hits · Last Modified: 5/25/06 138. Autumn Leaves (#19495) by Barney Brazitis This is a lesson to address the needs of a guy auditioning for jazz band and needs to play Autumn Leaves and a fusion exerpt. This could be looked at as both. Killing 2 birds with one stone so to speak. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1781 Hits · Last Modified: 9/19/05 139. Autumn Resolutions (#23026) by Matthew Brown Not every measure needs to start with the root! Resolve 3rds to 7ths or 7ths to 3rds when fancy strikes you. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3764 Hits · Last Modified: 10/13/07 140. Awsome Bass Line (#14955) by Matteo Polelli This Bass was made up by me and is going to be used in my band!!! Its Awsome!!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1381 Hits · Last Modified: 6/3/04 141. B-Octa-Tap (#2792) by Jason Stevens The 2 and 4 on the A and D string is a simple octive tap with the first and third finger of the left hand, The 9 and 8 on the D and G are a two finger tap ( 1st and 2nd finger on the right hand Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4367 Hits · Last Modified: 4/7/01 142. Bach For Bass (#5319) by Lee Barry Two treatments of two movements from the Partita in B Minor for viloin. One, an arrangement of the Sarabande, and two, a bop treatment of the Double movement.http://www.leebarry.net/bass_arrangements.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 0 Hits · Last Modified: 11/23/01 143. Bach Prelude In Cm Ending Solo (#24798) by Derek Tilton The ending solo of Bach Prelude in C minor. Perhaps the most difficult part, but a good exercise Theory/Reference · Advanced · 766 Hits · Last Modified: 6/25/11 144. Bad (#18728) by Brenton Flower Bad Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1107 Hits · Last Modified: 6/27/05 145. Bad @$$ Bass Lines (#14293) by Michael Kyle A few awesome bass lines created by me, Michael Kyle the best. Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 6682 Hits · Last Modified: 3/27/04 146. BadBellBottomBlues (#10625) by Stephen Potts Here's my take on a standard blues progression, with a bit more swing, but I still kept it on a beginner level. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6358 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/03 147. Badumpa-dump (#19661) by Alex Hnatiuk Alternate of original. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 851 Hits · Last Modified: 10/20/05 148. Banjo Technique On A Bass (#10825) by Wayne Grant Here is an interesting technique I have derivated from banjo playing.It requires three fingers: Thumb,Index and Middle finger.Click on it to know how to do. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4497 Hits · Last Modified: 4/15/03 149. Banjo? (#12550) by Brian Gouin Sdfr Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1247 Hits · Last Modified: 10/4/03 150. Basic Chord Progressions (#19247) by Ashley Young Starting in the key of C Major this lesson is aimed at helping with your understanding of how chords work and how progressions are constructed. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 18494 Hits · Last Modified: 8/20/05 151. Basic Chord Theory (#20409) by Geoffrey Barnes A relatively easy approach to chords. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1155 Hits · Last Modified: 5/5/06 152. Basics Of Tapping: Part 1 (#3618) by Fusion Bassist A good place to start in becoming skilled in tapping. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4024 Hits · Last Modified: 6/4/01 153. Bass Choon (#6533) by Nick Lang Try this silly little tune i thought up. seems easy but moving your hands up the fingerboard quick enough for some of the notes is difficult. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1114 Hits · Last Modified: 3/27/02 154. Bass Chords (#2351) by Brent Williams You may not play chords in your bass line, but you do need to know them. Please remember your enharmonic equivalents (Tones written differently but sounding the same). C# and Db are the same tone, also D#-Eb, E-Fb, B#-C, G#-Ab, Bb-A#, etc. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 17071 Hits · Last Modified: 6/3/01 155. Bass Fun (#12953) by David Fowlkes Good excercise Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1232 Hits · Last Modified: 11/22/03 156. Bass Groove Of The Week #18 (#14809) by Patrick Pfeiffer A groove in the style of Paul McCartney. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2244 Hits · Last Modified: 5/31/04 157. Bass Guitar Solo(video) (#21922) by Wesley Pedigo BassGuitar solo video in A harmonic minor & Drop D tuning! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5254 Hits · Last Modified: 4/16/07 158. Bass Mastery 12 Fundamental Movements (#17971) by Stephen Potts Master the twelve fundamental finger movements in a one lesson warm-up/workout. Recommended as one of my top-ten lessons for beginners. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2864 Hits · Last Modified: 5/11/05 159. Bass Scales Part 1 (#20808) by Jon Toler C major (Ionian) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 644 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/06 160. Bass Scales Part 2 (#20816) by Jon Toler C natural minor (Aeolian) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 673 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/06 161. Bass Shredding (#859) by Ryan Volpe How to shred on bass Theory/Reference · Advanced · 18273 Hits · Last Modified: 11/3/00 162. Bass Soloing (#10872) by Nick Treppen Contrary to what many think, bassists can solo too. This lesson will show you how to easily learn the basics of soloing by using those all-important modes and the penatonic scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5579 Hits · Last Modified: 4/18/03 163. Bass Staff Notes On The Fretboard (#938) by Jason Sharp If you want to read music for the bass, but you don't know where the notes of the bass clef are on the fretboard check out this lesson. Revised-I found a serious error, and have corrected it. Please double check it to see the corrections. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10303 Hits · Last Modified: 12/4/00 164. Bass Sweeping (#22849) by Stuart Robertson Bass Sweeping is an advanced technique which can potentially be used in many styles of music. Here I share my methods of sweeping together with some useful patterns which ought to get you started. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 16631 Hits · Last Modified: 8/21/07 165. Bass Tip Of The Day - Equipment (#14103) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on your Bass Equipment! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10234 Hits · Last Modified: 12/24/08 166. Bass Tip Of The Day-Circle Of 5ths (#13781) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on the Circle of 5th's! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 18262 Hits · Last Modified: 1/9/11 167. Bass Tip Of The Day-Drills, Ear Training (#14125) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on Drills, Ear Training & Theory of your Bass! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8853 Hits · Last Modified: 12/2/05 168. Bass Tip Of The Day-Playing II (#14265) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on Playing-2 your Bass! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 16578 Hits · Last Modified: 3/14/06 169. Bass Tip Of The Day-Playing-I (#14224) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on Playing-1 your Bass! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 13213 Hits · Last Modified: 1/9/11 170. Bass Tip Of The Day-Practicing (#14149) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on Practicing your Bass! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 23686 Hits · Last Modified: 1/9/11 171. Bass Tip Of The Day-Rhythm (#13688) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on Rhythm! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 13588 Hits · Last Modified: 9/30/09 172. Bass Tip Of The Day-Scales (#14068) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on Scales & Modes! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6474 Hits · Last Modified: 1/9/11 173. Bass Tip Of The Day-Strings (#13962) by Clifton Jackson Bass Tips of the Day on Strings for your Bass! The Best & Most popular Bass tips anywhere! Check them out often!!! Very helpful! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3979 Hits · Last Modified: 1/9/11 174. Bass Warm-Up Scales (#22325) by Bren Cross Here're some scale exrecises you can play to increase speed and confidence on the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1100 Hits · Last Modified: 3/29/07 175. BassArpeggios (#14594) by Justin Juno This is either all or most of the arpeggios i could find though the key's of C G D A and E.... i managed to find three in all sections here u go some basic theory.... for ya.... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1543 Hits · Last Modified: 4/26/04 176. Bassicks (#11076) by Kenny Angel Just some chord type stuff..ok it just sounds cool! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1512 Hits · Last Modified: 10/31/04 177. Bb Exercise (#1078) by Ryan Volpe Here's a nice little exercise using modes that will help improve both thy speed and knowledge of Bb Major. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3183 Hits · Last Modified: 11/29/00 178. Be Honest (#7768) by Forest Watkins This says for advanced but it is for everyone who wants to get better, which should be anyone who is purposly on this sight. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1512 Hits · Last Modified: 6/24/03 179. Begining Bass Lesson 2 (#12203) by Alex Hadley This is my lesson 2. Making a cool sound. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1793 Hits · Last Modified: 8/22/03 180. Beginner Bass Lesson 1 (#12201) by Alex Hadley Beginner bass lesson Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5802 Hits · Last Modified: 8/22/03 181. Beginner Improvisation (#9459) by Kate Blamer Learn to improvise!!! This is VERY elementary, sorry if I insult your intelligence. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10312 Hits · Last Modified: 1/1/03 182. Beginner Theory (#1024) by Alan Dempsey Here you can learn the basics of arpeggios and scales and practice basslines created to help you improve your technigue by using all fingers Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8306 Hits · Last Modified: 11/23/00 183. Beginner Theory II (#1053) by Alan Dempsey This is a continuation to Beginner Theory, you can learn more fretting techniques and improve your skill here. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3654 Hits · Last Modified: 11/30/00 184. Ben's Music Theory: Lesson 1 (#6454) by Ben Coveleskie This lesson will begin us with the basic of theory, and all subsequent lessons will build on what we learn here. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 10221 Hits · Last Modified: 4/2/02 185. Ben's Music Theory: Lesson 2 (#6609) by Ben Coveleskie In this lesson, I hope we can look at how scales and chords are constructed and take you guys on a fun trip through the land of MORE THEORY! YAY! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5171 Hits · Last Modified: 4/7/02 186. Bend It Like Bach (#21511) by Barney Brazitis Just a Bach theme taken up and down the neck Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1170 Hits · Last Modified: 9/25/06 187. Best Done Yet (#11712) by Paul Smith Best one i have done yet Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1088 Hits · Last Modified: 6/27/03 188. Best Finger Exersize You Can Get (#6356) by Daniel Earixson This will give you a better fret reach, quicker fingers, and a whole mess of ideas. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2483 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/02 189. Big Arpeggios, Part II (#7885) by Matthew Brown Inversions of minor triads spaced widely make for excellent practice in shifting. Concludes with two etudes using various arpeggios up and down the neck... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4618 Hits · Last Modified: 8/7/02 190. Big Arpeggios: Open Voicings (#4378) by Matthew Brown Think big! Spreading out the notes in arpeggios makes for a big sound, especially in solo spots or when accompanying one other instrument. An etude has been added to this lesson. Input is welcome! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6878 Hits · Last Modified: 8/18/01 191. Birdesque Lines Over Dom7 Chords (#24692) by Tom Langley Ok here are some of my own "birdesque" phrases that I play from time to time over dom7 chords if there is need for it I will do a detailed anaylis of how to apply them create your own and the choice of notes. Have fun!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 488 Hits · Last Modified: 1/2/11 192. Birthday Drunk (#14289) by Don Crockett Its my birthday and Im drunk....here's my gift to you Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1589 Hits · Last Modified: 3/1/05 193. Blood Sugar Count High (#14981) by Jamie Rodger Funk piece with odd meter, 6/4 into 4/4 into 5/4 played with 6 flats Theory/Reference · Advanced · 847 Hits · Last Modified: 6/6/04 194. BLOODTOWN (#14694) by Chris Cook Violence in my city is an everyday affair,thug motherf****** with guns dont care. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 902 Hits · Last Modified: 10/23/04 195. Blues Bass Basics&improvising (#5573) by Kasra Saboktakin I think that it can be a complete good reference for the beginners. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7355 Hits · Last Modified: 12/24/01 196. Blues In D (Simplified) (#10667) by Nick Odermatt A simplified blues progression, to show how to walk a bass line over the basic chords involved. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2635 Hits · Last Modified: 4/4/03 197. Blues In E (#11907) by Tom Stushnov Easy little ditty swinging blues in E Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1225 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/03 198. Blues In F (#10664) by Nick Odermatt My contribution to the blues project. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2708 Hits · Last Modified: 4/4/03 199. Blues Scale - Circle Of 4ths (#16428) by Peter Risman As the title indicates ... great for warming up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1307 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 200. Blues Scale Exercise (#594) by John Crosley Getting familiar with the Blues Scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 17862 Hits · Last Modified: 4/14/06 201. Blues Scale In 3rds (#15207) by David Cooper This is for all you blues people out there its a warm exercise that can come in handy when writing blues bass line. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7170 Hits · Last Modified: 9/19/04 202. Blues Step By Step (#3350) by Stijn Warendorff This is a step by step lesson to learn to play blues, in three short lessons you can make your own blues bass lines. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7191 Hits · Last Modified: 5/15/01 203. Bluey (#11217) by VICTORIA SMITH This is a funky short riff. try it.please rate this lesson. thanx. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1353 Hits · Last Modified: 5/12/03 204. Boogie Blues (#21085) by Steven Harris 12 bar blues,simple pattern to follow Theory/Reference · Beginner · 876 Hits · Last Modified: 6/16/06 205. Boogie Speed Builder (#7121) by Jimmy Zee A boogie line you can play at nearly any tempo that helps build speed and coordintaion Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1780 Hits · Last Modified: 10/1/02 206. Booty Bass (#4332) by Micah Kaplan This is just alil line to help you shake free of the mental toejam all bass players experience. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2092 Hits · Last Modified: 7/30/01 207. Bored (#17426) by Michael Doty Eh :p Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 960 Hits · Last Modified: 1/16/05 208. Boring Sunday Morning (#3929) by Hannah Houchin Well, this is just a little something I made up on a very boring Sunday morning. Its probably very reminiscent of something or other, if so please mail me and say what it reminds you of. thanx Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1435 Hits · Last Modified: 6/24/01 209. Bossa (#23735) by Luis Jara Slow and easy bossa Theory/Reference · Beginner · 748 Hits · Last Modified: 5/24/08 210. Bossa Nova Bass (#5133) by Jeff Kirby A simple bass line for a standard Bossa tune. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3821 Hits · Last Modified: 10/26/01 211. Bounce Panitonic (#20522) by Greg Wetmore All the panitonic scales just with the first note hit twice Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 853 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/06 212. Boz (#13332) by Dan Woodfield Listen Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1248 Hits · Last Modified: 12/29/03 213. Brah (#14991) by John Frost A bass line that can be counted in numbers. Ex. 12345 123 1234, 12345 1234 123 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1027 Hits · Last Modified: 6/7/04 214. Breacking Chord Tapping (#17800) by Pedro Infante This is a tapping exercise it's realy godd!!! enjoy it !!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 803 Hits · Last Modified: 2/25/05 215. Break It Down With Tetrads (#9530) by Michael Hooks Cut your thinking in half when it comes to playing scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3221 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/03 216. Breaking Out Of The Box (#19577) by Geoffrey Barnes Orig Published 10/2/05. Sometimes it takes playing the usual old stuff such as the C major scale in a different way to make you think and get you out of some bad musical habits. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1532 Hits · Last Modified: 2/7/06 217. Breaking Out Of The Box Part Deux (#20262) by Geoffrey Barnes A Follow up to Breaking out of the Box- with an emphasis of playing the major scale on one string starting on the open E,A,D and G Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1248 Hits · Last Modified: 2/7/06 218. Breaking The Root-root Habit (#24017) by Eugene Shults This lesson contains a multitude of different patterns one can use for a given scale. Learning this is essential in breaking the habit of playing root-octave in one position and playing that one pattern which beginners tend to revolve around. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2301 Hits · Last Modified: 12/17/08 219. Bubba Gump Shrimp (#19993) by Alex Hnatiuk Something as a result of noodling. nice slow little undertone of a bass line. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 791 Hits · Last Modified: 12/20/05 220. BUILD YOUR OWN SCALES AND CHORDS (#21307) by Joshua Boterman Ever wondered how chords work? Stop memorizing scales and LEARN TO BUILD YOUR OWN!!!!!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5185 Hits · Last Modified: 8/7/06 221. Building Bass Lines (#23930) by Guitarousse Guitarousse Building bass lines Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1425 Hits · Last Modified: 9/23/08 222. Building Pinky And Ring Finger Strength (#19912) by Ashley Young Great finger exercise! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1373 Hits · Last Modified: 12/5/05 223. Built Up Speed (#6138) by David Moonlyght An easy lick's in the key of C...Take your time it's really easy,play slowly and then built up speed,it can be played really really fast and clear if you take your time Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2252 Hits · Last Modified: 2/18/02 224. Built Up Speep2 (#6148) by David Moonlyght Another easy patern,play slwo first then speed up the tempo make the note sound as clear as possible when you play it faster Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1606 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/02 225. Burn Baby Burn (#4781) by Chris Hagen Just a scale pattern, fast though Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1553 Hits · Last Modified: 9/14/01 226. C Dorian (#2373) by Michael Saunders C Dorian Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1368 Hits · Last Modified: 3/8/01 227. C Fretboard Exercise (#10663) by Michael Sarles More beginning lessons on moving around the fretboard and stuff to be used in jammin'. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1295 Hits · Last Modified: 4/3/03 228. C Ionian Key Arpeggios Progression (#10867) by Antonio Jorge araujo de Vasconcelos II This is a C Ionian key arpeggios progression. Start very slow, then, you will understand how hard is the art of 4 string arpeggios on bass!!!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1556 Hits · Last Modified: 4/18/03 229. C Maj Pentatonic (#12658) by Garrett Mireles The major pentatonic scale. *UPDATE* added 2nd page. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1890 Hits · Last Modified: 10/24/03 230. C Major (Ionian) (#2352) by Michael Saunders This is the first of many bass scales I will be putting up as a lesson. In some cases, they will appear quite lengthy, due to the different positions on the fretboard the scale may be played. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1234 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/01 231. C Major 1st Position (#8995) by Adriano Guarnieri This is the first scale you should know. No flats or sharps. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1031 Hits · Last Modified: 1/27/03 232. C Major Practising (#2162) by Mitchell Haynes Some good stretches and is good for seeing the different ways of playing it. The C major scale can be played in several spots but these spots provide me for good warming up Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3251 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/01 233. C Major Scale (#14465) by Felix Ochoa This is a simple C major scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1053 Hits · Last Modified: 4/14/04 234. C Major Scale Exercise (#12815) by Paul Pipkin To help with learning the notes in the major scale,learning the notes on the neck,and to improve finger position. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1076 Hits · Last Modified: 11/5/03 235. C Major Scale With 3rds (#20750) by Douglas Littlejohn . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 653 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/06 236. C Minor Attack (#17648) by Geoffrey Barnes A fun line created from just messing around with the c minor scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 880 Hits · Last Modified: 2/11/05 237. C Minor Scale (#14466) by Felix Ochoa This is a simple C minor scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 994 Hits · Last Modified: 4/14/04 238. C Natural Minor (Aeolian) (#2353) by Michael Saunders C Natural Minor (Aeolian) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1122 Hits · Last Modified: 3/8/01 239. C Phrygian (#2374) by Michael Saunders C Phrygian Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1204 Hits · Last Modified: 3/8/01 240. C Scale All Modes (#14654) by Geoffrey Barnes C scale composition This handy composition tool can be used over any major scale mode along the entire fretboard. in my examples c is used as the root note. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1479 Hits · Last Modified: 5/5/04 241. C Scale Triplet Excercise (#24654) by Bill Klaneski This is a great warmup and also great for learning scales Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 859 Hits · Last Modified: 10/11/10 242. Cake (#16512) by CHRISTOPHER BAKER Great stuff. play it faster and faster till you bleed!!!...seriously. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1162 Hits · Last Modified: 10/10/04 243. Cambridge Clocktowers (New) (#19837) by Alex Hnatiuk Alternate version of CC. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1174 Hits · Last Modified: 11/23/05 244. Cha Cha Tumbao In C Major (#16747) by Barney Brazitis A cool tumbao for a key and a chord progression that is very common for a descarga Cha Cha! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 930 Hits · Last Modified: 11/3/04 245. Changing It Up (#20306) by Mike Berg Examples of different riff ideas played over various chord progressions. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6380 Hits · Last Modified: 12/5/06 246. Chariot Ride (#19796) by Alex Hnatiuk Song from band. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 759 Hits · Last Modified: 11/16/05 247. Cheesy Horror Theme (#2243) by Ryan Volpe Here's your cheesy horror theme. Normally played on a bad synthetic pipe organ. Also known as the intro to "Toccatta and Fugue". Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2882 Hits · Last Modified: 3/16/01 248. Chop Fuey (#6467) by Daral Harrison Ok little line. i cant make it sound quite right but i got it close. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1272 Hits · Last Modified: 3/21/02 249. Chord Excercise (#20847) by Mike Twieg A nice chord progression that will help whith hand coordination Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1214 Hits · Last Modified: 5/4/06 250. Chord Forms (#15139) by Greg Wallace Letting notes ring out while playing arpeggios can be a useful tool to fill sonic space - especially in a trio format. Two pages with more to come... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1253 Hits · Last Modified: 1/15/07 251. Chord Harmony For Beginners (#19176) by Brandon Ashcraft Designed to help remember chords from the major scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1071 Hits · Last Modified: 8/10/05 252. CHORD KNOWLEDGE #1 (#6130) by Mark Corradetti Chord tones - the essence of music - not scales - check out this exercise and see what you think about your new knowledge. I guarantee better, more musical bass lines!!! -Mark Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2492 Hits · Last Modified: 2/17/02 253. CHORD KNOWLEDGE #2 (#6146) by Mark Corradetti Now it's time to step up to the plate for round II of getting your chord tone skills together! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2142 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/02 254. CHORD KNOWLEDGE #3 (#6181) by Mark Corradetti Here are some more things to help you extend your chord knowledge. If you have any questions, or would like more help, please email me - Mark Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4352 Hits · Last Modified: 2/22/02 255. Chord Pattern Bass Solo (#8858) by Andy Phillips Here's a bass solo I made up using chords I've learned.I've changed some notes, or added some to them, to make them sound better. Thats a part of theory. Make changes to chord and note whenter they sound good or not. Heres an example. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 20477 Hits · Last Modified: 11/10/02 256. Chord Progression: The Never Ending (#10261) by Alfonso Celis The chord progression that never ends will help you to compose your tunes, oh yeah! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 22715 Hits · Last Modified: 5/22/03 257. Chord Voicings For Tapping II (#6636) by Neil Bertrand Here are some examples of the chord voicings tapped out in variations to create some unique lines. Try your own variations in different keys to come up with new ideas. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1265 Hits · Last Modified: 4/4/02 258. Chord Voicings For Tapping Part I (#6632) by Neil Bertrand I am sure everyone is familiar with the art of tapping so I will not go into great detail. The following are chord voicings for tapping in the key of 'E'. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1031 Hits · Last Modified: 4/4/02 259. Chordal Tapping (#14812) by Jamie Rodger Nice introduction to Tapping Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 977 Hits · Last Modified: 5/29/04 260. Chordings (#19103) by Billy Newcomb This lessons shows a little about cording Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 871 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/05 261. Chromatic Aug Triads&dim 5 8va Patterns (#3168) by George Traviani Play slow then increase tempo gradually Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1519 Hits · Last Modified: 5/2/01 262. Chromatic Bass Line W/ Harmonization (#24509) by Adam Furay One possible method of harmonizing a chromatic bassline. Please see my post in the theory forums and share your thoughts or versions of your own :) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 415 Hits · Last Modified: 1/6/10 263. Chromatic Death (#12431) by Dan Cooney This is the one and only lesson for strength & stamina. Learn it well and dominate! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1987 Hits · Last Modified: 9/16/03 264. Chromatic Exercises (#13650) by Richard Howells A simple but very effective exercise to build strength, speed and dexterity. Perfect for warmups. For all abilities. Check it out. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1537 Hits · Last Modified: 1/29/04 265. Chromatic Fantasy (#3084) by Ryan Brummet This is a big part of chromatci fantasy by Jaco if you can play this it will help you hands do a lot of other things Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4262 Hits · Last Modified: 4/26/01 266. Chromatic Pattern (#6989) by Antoine Gravel Pratical pattern for doing any chromatic scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2003 Hits · Last Modified: 10/11/11 267. Chromatic Solo (#17287) by David Hopkins A good chromatic solo Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1039 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/04 268. Chromatic Solo#2 (#17323) by David Hopkins Solo #2 Theory/Reference · Expert · 976 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/05 269. Chromatic Solo#3 (#17330) by David Hopkins Solo#3 Theory/Reference · Advanced · 754 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/05 270. Chromatics (#23965) by Attila Rácz This is a good way to improve your skills. Experiment with these lesson. I hope you enjoy it. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1255 Hits · Last Modified: 10/20/08 271. Chromatics And Hard Work (#10545) by Alfonso Celis This lesson will help you to get a faster, agile and controlled left hand movements; in addition, it will help you to strech your fingers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6543 Hits · Last Modified: 4/24/03 272. Chromatics Easy Bass (#23925) by Guitarousse Guitarousse Chromatics easy bass Theory/Reference · Beginner · 437 Hits · Last Modified: 9/19/08 273. Chromatics In Scales (#4815) by Alp Sardan Somtimes scales, that are formed same as each other but a half note away from each other, form good sound series. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1957 Hits · Last Modified: 9/17/01 274. Circle Of Fifths And Scales (#9924) by Mike Russo Learn about steps, major and minor scales, octaves, chords, the Circle Of Fifths, how it all melts together and how to apply it. This lesson will also give you the keywords you'll need to further expand on what you've learned. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 28083 Hits · Last Modified: 4/14/06 275. Circus (#16867) by Ben DiGilio Cut-time feel Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1163 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/04 276. Classical Bass Solo (#2795) by Jason Stevens A great classical riff for solo or improvs. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5844 Hits · Last Modified: 4/7/01 277. Classical Stuff (#9364) by Josh Vickers Two hand tapping exersize, has ode to joy and fast part of the phantom of the opera Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1394 Hits · Last Modified: 12/24/02 278. Clave For Wayne (#24674) by Barney Brazitis 3 bass lines that simply play the clave pattern Theory/Reference · Beginner · 823 Hits · Last Modified: 10/26/10 279. Close Triads (#10685) by Stephen Potts This lesson uses close voicing to put the common triads all within one octave. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1781 Hits · Last Modified: 4/5/03 280. Common Chord Symbols (#12889) by Patrick Pfeiffer A brief overview of the most common chord symbols used in chord charts. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1625 Hits · Last Modified: 11/16/03 281. Contrapuntal Concepts (#6566) by Josh Scott What does contrapuntal mean? How can it be applied to the bass guitar? How can I use it in my music? Want answers? Come and get 'em. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 17659 Hits · Last Modified: 3/29/02 282. Cool Little Warm-up (#11121) by Pat Brennan This is a little thing I like to play to warm-up. The tempos a little off but its supposed to be taken at a normal blues pace. Just try and feel it out. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1112 Hits · Last Modified: 5/4/03 283. Cool Slap (#18135) by Ben Rafter ... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 581 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/05 284. Cool Slap Groove 1 (#9725) by David Murdoch Slap Riff using one of Victor Wooten's tricks. Try it!!! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2662 Hits · Last Modified: 1/21/03 285. Cool Solo (#22260) by Cody Noone A Theory/Reference · Expert · 494 Hits · Last Modified: 3/13/07 286. Cool Song (#17044) by Alex Collins This song was a little sumthing that i put together just jaming in my room its not that ahrd go for it Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 600 Hits · Last Modified: 12/8/04 287. Cool Tool: Bass Guitar Tuner (#14281) by Rick Payman This Tuner supports some alternate bass guitar tunings (added by request) and instruments. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3063 Hits · Last Modified: 5/3/04 288. Cool Use Of D Minor (#11402) by Aaron Ivey This is a clip of a bass line that I put together years ago and really like the sound of it. It is driving and dark. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 930 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/03 289. Cool, Cross-string Tapping Exercise (#5640) by Anthony Church You won't be disapointed! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1462 Hits · Last Modified: 1/1/02 290. Cornbake (#12469) by Mike Cress This is a riff im usin in my band Theory/Reference · Beginner · 0 Hits · Last Modified: 9/23/03 291. Cosmic Funk Bassline (#18904) by Aaron Ivey This is a bassline that I put together on the ActiveBass website to demonstrate the use of a major scale (and some passing tones). It has a cosmic/spacey funk sound. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 805 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/05 292. Courageous Cat (#22151) by John Ostroski A pentatonic with the flat fifth Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 492 Hits · Last Modified: 2/10/07 293. Cramping My Style (#8612) by Lynda Whitehead Reference for standard punkabilly type stuff. The same riffs can be used over in the same song. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1729 Hits · Last Modified: 10/17/02 294. Crap (#19458) by Alex Hnatiuk Wugh Theory/Reference · Beginner · 580 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/05 295. Crap Shoot (#14392) by Don Crockett Something I found in a pile on the floor Theory/Reference · Beginner · 764 Hits · Last Modified: 4/5/04 296. CRAZY (#5917) by Lorna Moone FINGERING EXERCISE Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1510 Hits · Last Modified: 1/31/02 297. CREATION (#11500) by Paul Smith LOVE IT OR HATE Theory/Reference · Beginner · 725 Hits · Last Modified: 6/5/03 298. Creepy2 (#13558) by Darrell Williams jr. Hope you like this ists my first one. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1019 Hits · Last Modified: 1/19/04 299. Ctrl+Esc (#19032) by Alex Hnatiuk Another piece I'm working on that I'll probably never finish. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 731 Hits · Last Modified: 8/14/05 300. Cut Out & Beyond (#18279) by Richard Eischen How well do you know your fretboard? All of your fretboard? Here's your chance to find out! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 779 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/05 301. D Aeolian Warm-Up (#6985) by Mark Heath This is a Scale mode that I usually warm-up with if I got the Fretless on the gig. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1812 Hits · Last Modified: 5/7/02 302. D Major Chord Without Fretting A Note?? (#2816) by Chris Perkins Something just for fun. Here's how to play a D major chord on bass without "fretting" a single note. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1845 Hits · Last Modified: 4/10/01 303. D Minor Sonata (#10159) by Nick Odermatt Another cello Sonata by Joseph Bodin de Boismortier, excellent for hand work-out, practicing scale fingering, and sight reading. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4457 Hits · Last Modified: 3/15/03 304. Daily Etudes (#11273) by Stephen Potts These lessons contain different moveable studies for bass practice and solo fills. (6 pages) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3366 Hits · Last Modified: 5/28/03 305. Dance Line (#2943) by Chris Bond A look at a common type dance line Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1727 Hits · Last Modified: 4/16/01 306. Daydream (#4946) by Sean Van Holder Melodic and jazzy bassline, you can play 2 strings at the same time to get those "daydream chords" Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1375 Hits · Last Modified: 10/3/01 307. Death By Finger Exercise (#14513) by Jamie Rodger Get your fingers moving over all the strings up the whole neck, it's a killer at first but dig in and take the pain.... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 860 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/04 308. DEF Jam (#365) by Richard Hill Heres a cool little jam using only 4 notes. . . .Enjoy Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2650 Hits · Last Modified: 8/15/00 309. Descending Major (#12711) by Larry Mysz An example of slash chord notation Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1083 Hits · Last Modified: 10/23/03 310. Desire Part 1 (#21295) by Brenton Flower Kool sounding tapping... see if you can figure it out Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 628 Hits · Last Modified: 12/1/06 311. Developing New Lines (#9084) by Matthew Brown By using rhythmic displacement, and inversion, a single motif and its variations can turn into a variety of lines. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4532 Hits · Last Modified: 2/1/06 312. Developing Pitch Recognition (#5817) by Peter Tremont This is how i learned and it works well Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1367 Hits · Last Modified: 1/15/02 313. Dexterity Exercise (#2442) by Gary Flunder As a newcomer to the bass, I find this a nice warm up exercise, and it's a catchy little riff. I think it comes from 'Beverley Hills Cop' Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4266 Hits · Last Modified: 3/22/01 314. Diatonic 7th Chord Study #1 (#9521) by Brian A. Smith A good lesson to hear the diatonic chords in a scale. This is a movable pattern. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 816 Hits · Last Modified: 1/6/03 315. Diatonic Arpeggio Finger Builder (#21498) by Barney Brazitis A way to really incorporate all your fingers in an exercise Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 769 Hits · Last Modified: 9/24/06 316. Diatonic Blues Scale In G (#2401) by Jason Stevens This is a good scale to help teach the notes on the neck it sounds very cool also Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1146 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/01 317. Diatonic Circle Of 5ths (#2299) by Chris Immel An exercise that works you through the circle of 5ths in an Ionian (Major) Scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3685 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/01 318. Diminished Arpeggios (#2285) by Aaron Leonard A little warm up with diminished arpeggios. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2011 Hits · Last Modified: 3/1/01 319. Diminished Scales (#21737) by Cody Noone Some diminished scales Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 958 Hits · Last Modified: 11/10/06 320. Diminshed 7th Chord (#4146) by Arty O'Connell The diminished 7th chord is commonly used as a passing chord or as a chord substitution. It is easy to remember because its intervals are all minor 3rds. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2139 Hits · Last Modified: 7/16/01 321. Dinosaur Rock (#23927) by Josh Cross My version of another lesson on the site, 50's style Theory/Reference · Beginner · 314 Hits · Last Modified: 2/5/09 322. Does It Matter What I Put Here (#18943) by Jimmy Bass Just take a cup of butter and mix it with something. Then look in the sun and pray.... I'm just joking with ya......play bass....play music....play with yourself......JUST PLAY!!!!!! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 677 Hits · Last Modified: 7/18/05 323. Dominants (#21694) by Matthew Brown A little dominance goes a long way... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 790 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/06 324. Double Harmonic (Byzantine) Scale (#24343) by Casey Cameron The double harmonic scale, also called the byzantine scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 338 Hits · Last Modified: 8/31/09 325. Double Stop And Scale Exercise (#20411) by Mike Berg A riff idea which can be added to a double stop, shown in various keys. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9024 Hits · Last Modified: 10/15/07 326. Double Stop Reference (#20408) by Mike Berg A look at playing basic major and minor double stops as an alternative to single note lines. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2204 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/07 327. Double Thumb Slapping (#7394) by Matt McCullough Ever wonder how the great Victor Wooten can play so effin rediculously fast when he slaps? This lesson will teach you how to do it just like him, and how to put it into your own playing. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 38360 Hits · Last Modified: 10/15/02 328. Double Thump (#3133) by Ryan Brummet Just a good line to help you start double thumping Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2952 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/01 329. Double Thumping (#10554) by Rob Taylor Learn to "double-thump" like Victor, hopefully! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 14844 Hits · Last Modified: 3/29/03 330. DoubleTriads-Major (#10591) by Stephen Potts An easy fingering for shifting between double triads. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3427 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/03 331. Droning With Harmonics (#8744) by James Head By letting a harmonic ring and leaving it to decay, you can create a back ground pedal tone or droning effect to play your bass line against. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1980 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/02 332. Dual Bass (#332) by Brantley Allen This is just crazy dual bass parts together. both hi and lo parts could really jam this out. Be creative!! Lose the quitarist!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3040 Hits · Last Modified: 8/11/00 333. DUBBA (#4893) by Micah Kaplan If you listen to the new Gorillaz song Clint Eastwood you encounter a style of bass known as dub. My lesson is an example of dub, which consists of a slow groove played with repitition. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2129 Hits · Last Modified: 9/26/01 334. E Major Scale (in Thirds) (#344) by German Ominetti This is the E major scale, but in thirds, it will improve your chops and give you a better understanding of the music in your mind and in your fingers. Enjoy! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3010 Hits · Last Modified: 8/11/00 335. E Minor Sonata (#10151) by Nick Odermatt Great classical study for practicing fingering and building dexterity. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6148 Hits · Last Modified: 3/15/03 336. E Minor Sonata In 3/8 (#10548) by Nick Odermatt Another Boismortier piece great for fingering and developping speed and technique. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1160 Hits · Last Modified: 1/18/05 337. Eadg Simple (#19494) by Tim Toney Pairing progression in fourths from E using some chromatic walk ups and some leading tones. I think that its in the key of Db. Correct me if I'm wrong, I'm on the low end of the learning curve. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 638 Hits · Last Modified: 9/18/05 338. Ear On A G-String, Part I (#5224) by Matthew Brown A little one-string funk line concludes a lesson in combining single-string studies with interval training for the ear. This helps with shifting, listening, and on fretless, intonation skills. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5893 Hits · Last Modified: 11/11/01 339. East Coast (#14998) by Jamie Rodger Lil ditty to mess with in Eb Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 695 Hits · Last Modified: 6/10/04 340. Easy Rock With Chords (#23902) by Guitarousse Guitarousse Easy rock with chords Theory/Reference · Beginner · 336 Hits · Last Modified: 9/15/08 341. Easy Rythym (#10516) by Angelo Vantoorn A very easy beat and is kind off a good beat for sitting there and jammin for no reason. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1199 Hits · Last Modified: 3/26/03 342. Easy Slap Exercise#1 (#23634) by Bass Van Heel An easy slap lesson using octaves Theory/Reference · Beginner · 595 Hits · Last Modified: 4/16/08 343. Easy Songs For Scales/Chansons Faciles (#22314) by Francois Bellavance Easy songs to help practicing scales. Chansons faciles pour aider à pratiquer les gammes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1293 Hits · Last Modified: 4/8/07 344. Easy Warm-up Excersise (#17610) by Adam Verney This is a really easy excersise for begginers to practice and more experienced player to warm up with Theory/Reference · Beginner · 637 Hits · Last Modified: 2/6/05 345. Easy Way To Memorize Major Key Contents (#46) by Joey Leichman Instantly know the contents of the 15 major keys. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 16554 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/00 346. Eduardo The Coke Dealer (#12181) by Jim Hiny If you can lay this down, you have super-human bass skills. It's really hard to play. You might pass out by just looking at the tabs. Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 1819 Hits · Last Modified: 8/20/03 347. Egyptonics (#10265) by Billy Rose Something i thought might be interesting. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1511 Hits · Last Modified: 3/9/03 348. Eh? (#17356) by Michael Doty Messin Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 648 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/05 349. Elavator Music (#18583) by Brenton Flower Chords-elavator music Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 766 Hits · Last Modified: 6/6/05 350. Embellishing Chord Arpeggios (#2122) by Matthew Brown I need feedback on this lesson...Chord arpeggios are great by themselves, but embellishing them adds much, both technically and melodically. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6954 Hits · Last Modified: 4/29/01 351. Embellishing Pentatonic Scales (#1525) by Matthew Brown Shows the way to creating more interesting melodies based on pentatonic scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11536 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/01 352. Enharmonic Equivilents (#3110) by Steve Rosenka The importance of knowing Enharmonic Equivilents. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1043 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 353. Escala Maior Natural (#22972) by Ocantinhodobaixista Activebass.com Esta aula serve de apoio para os artigos publicados em http://ocantinhodobaixista.blogspot.com Theory/Reference · Beginner · 550 Hits · Last Modified: 9/24/07 354. Escaping The Repetitive Blues Scale (#47) by Steve Vincent This lesson illustrates how to break out of overplaying the blues scale every time you decide to solo. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8050 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/00 355. Etude In G (#24056) by Geoff Hinkle Just a brief etude to familiarize the player with the key of G ascending on the E string. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 348 Hits · Last Modified: 1/9/09 356. Evolutive Easy Jazz (#23904) by Guitarousse Guitarousse Evolutive easy jazz Theory/Reference · Beginner · 263 Hits · Last Modified: 9/15/08 357. Ex. 2 (#19444) by Jason Hall Chromatic four-finger practice. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 669 Hits · Last Modified: 9/11/05 358. Ex.19 Modern Electric Bass (#24613) by Tom Langley Transcribed then tabbed from program just like last one for all of you lucky folk out there :) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 371 Hits · Last Modified: 7/18/10 359. Excellent Lessons For Begginers 3 (#11468) by Lefteris Gavalas Some more stuff here, the modal scales u will need to know plus the 7th arpeggios! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3621 Hits · Last Modified: 12/11/03 360. Excellent Lessons For Beginners (#11322) by Lefteris Gavalas Some very good lessons for beginners, how to learn the basic scales and arpeggios. Also useful for all bass players who want to brush up their theory knowledge. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 27432 Hits · Last Modified: 2/10/08 361. Excellent Lessons For Beginners 2 (#11373) by Lefteris Gavalas Hello! Part 2 of my lessons for beginners with more scales and arpeggios to master! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4753 Hits · Last Modified: 1/3/10 362. Excercise (#9522) by Francois Millette Finger excercise Theory/Reference · Beginner · 936 Hits · Last Modified: 1/6/03 363. Exercise 1 (#16844) by Justin Jebaraj Listen in elec. fing mode. Here I have shown same pattern with different rest measures. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 674 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/04 364. Exercises (#17883) by David Hopkins Fun exercises to build speed and accuracy Theory/Reference · Beginner · 998 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/05 365. Exercises (#18737) by David Hopkins Finger speed and accuracy Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 846 Hits · Last Modified: 6/28/05 366. Exotic Scales (#18151) by Troy Ponce A reference of strange and exotic scales. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7161 Hits · Last Modified: 9/9/06 367. Experimental Tapping (#17348) by David Hopkins This is a experimental tapping song or rif or solo whichever you prefer Theory/Reference · Expert · 676 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/05 368. Exploring New Patterns (#10515) by Stephen Potts Searching for new patterns, keeps one's playing fresh and interesting. This lessons displays the first of 1,680 patterns in a related resource. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3388 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/03 369. Exporing Arpeggios (#19213) by Ashley Young This lesson is aimed at you helping you to understand the fretbord more by acending an arpeggio in one formation and decending in another, yet still producing the same notes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 868 Hits · Last Modified: 8/16/05 370. Extreme Tapping (#20563) by Ben Cook This is 2-handed tapping over 4 strings at insane speeds. Not for the feint of heart. Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 1625 Hits · Last Modified: 4/18/06 371. F Major Scale (#8154) by Joe Badilla Someone informed me this is an F Major Scale, thank you, i was clueless... But... here ya go... Just Another "boring why bother scale i learned" Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1025 Hits · Last Modified: 9/2/02 372. Falling (#9569) by Mark Elspas A study in Octaves and Arpeggio's Theory/Reference · Beginner · 980 Hits · Last Modified: 1/9/03 373. Familiar Tune, Unfamiliar Twist (#14274) by Tony Thompson Please disregard the fact that I accidentaly made an exact copy of this bass lick in the Funk/R&B section. The difference is in the tiotle and font, but please dont get mad about it, it was just a mistake, I apologize! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1425 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/04 374. Fantisimo En Chromatico (#17347) by David Hopkins Cool bassline with an odd chord progression Theory/Reference · Advanced · 782 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 375. Fast And Hard (#19804) by Ben Downton A hard fast piece Theory/Reference · Advanced · 584 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/05 376. Feeling Tense About Tensions? (#27) by Chris Tarry Tensions can be a bit of a mystery when it comes to bass players. Here is a lesson on how to get them under your fingers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 35373 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/00 377. Fiddling With Octaves (#1465) by Ryan Volpe How to achieve a thicker sound with octave chords and octave transposing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3431 Hits · Last Modified: 12/28/00 378. Figuring Out Unusual Major Scales (#48) by Joey Leichman How to name and play the notes in scales other than the 15 standard major scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2982 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/00 379. Finger Coordination (#13121) by Alex Costa Finger coordination exercise!! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1902 Hits · Last Modified: 12/6/03 380. Finger Dexterity (#12123) by Edwin Ormeo A Good finger dexterity excercise Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1162 Hits · Last Modified: 8/13/03 381. Finger Dexterity And Speed Exercise (#2558) by Justin Williamson This is just an exercise to help your speed and dexterity it is also a good warm up exercise. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1255 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/01 382. Finger Excercise (#14326) by Merlin Shippy Just a little something I came up with to warm up with. Good for stretching exercises, and moving both hands up and down the strings. Feel free to adjust the tempo to your abilities. Enjoy. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 779 Hits · Last Modified: 3/30/04 383. Finger Excercises (#15382) by Bill Jon Finger Excercises to gain speed Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1203 Hits · Last Modified: 7/9/04 384. Finger Excercises for 5-string (#3305) by Steve Rosenka A finger excercise involving string-skipping Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1326 Hits · Last Modified: 5/12/01 385. Finger Exercise (#9493) by Chuck Boyer Play this to help stretch out your fingers. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 969 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/03 386. Finger Exercise (#12715) by Edwin Hwang Try this exercise before a show, or band practice. it helps your left hand and also your rigth to develop speed Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 25141 Hits · Last Modified: 10/24/03 387. Finger Exercise (#24286) by Charles James Looked at loads of lessons on this site and thought id give one back so heres a warm up exercise to get your fingers working Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 327 Hits · Last Modified: 6/16/09 388. Finger Exercise And Also A Good Warm Up (#18995) by Darush Pourreza dehkordi This a little thing that a bassist taught me a few years ago, I have found it has been very very useful and has helped the strength and independance of all my fingers on my fretting hand. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 736 Hits · Last Modified: 7/23/05 389. Finger Exercise Scale Solo (#7004) by Samuel Green A hard solo that will realy exercise your fingers. just dont expect to be able to play it first time. Theory/Reference · Expert · 2189 Hits · Last Modified: 5/10/02 390. Finger Phonics (#6832) by Fabian Layne This lesson is just to build a little dexterity in your left hand fingers at the same time also builds speed...a 241.Enjoy!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3225 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/02 391. Finger Practice (#1494) by Giorgio Wild Good for training the fingers, start slow and accerlerate.. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1230 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/00 392. Finger Practice By Spidering Pt. 2 (#24416) by Cary Ferguson Part 2 of chromatically spidering on the fretboard. Since part 1 of this lesson was ascending the neck this time we will be descending the neck. Fingering will also be in reverse order. As before build speed at your own pace. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 467 Hits · Last Modified: 10/27/09 393. Finger Practice By Spidering Pt.1 (#23674) by Cary Ferguson Essentially this is a chromatic exercise going all of the way up the neck. This will make your fingers and forearm hurt. However, it is good for warming up and for dexterity of your fingering hand. Build speed at your own pace. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 821 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/08 394. Finger Speed And Warming (#22312) by Francois Bellavance Finger warming and speed developping ! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 515 Hits · Last Modified: 3/22/07 395. Finger Strength (#13636) by Geoffrey Barnes Great pattern for strengthening the middle and pinky fingers to get the left hand to stay more upright against the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 897 Hits · Last Modified: 1/28/04 396. Finger Strength Training (#23888) by Thomas Grell This is what I did to train my fingers to fast fretting speed! IF YOU DON'T WANT TO LEARN ODD TECHNIQUES, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 517 Hits · Last Modified: 9/15/08 397. Finger Strengthener (#14551) by Landon Garry A good warm up exercise for your left hand. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1131 Hits · Last Modified: 4/22/04 398. Finger Stretcher (#14564) by Landon Garry A good exercise for building strength and creating finger independence. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 933 Hits · Last Modified: 4/24/04 399. Finger Stretching Exercise (#1102) by Webb Pickersgill This short exercise will beginning bassists stretch across the neck. Advanced bassists can play this exercise fast as a challenge. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4251 Hits · Last Modified: 11/30/00 400. Finger Twister #1 (#10481) by Stephen Potts Apply the permutations of numbers to a set of musical notes. On my top-ten list for beginners Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9039 Hits · Last Modified: 5/11/05 401. Finger Twister#2 (#10543) by Stephen Potts This lessons extends the finger twister example from Twister#1, to apply it to an "A minor 7th" arppegio. It contains 24 variations. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2952 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/03 402. Finger Warm Up And Strength Exercise (#17015) by Luke Makai Good for beginner's who want to build up stamina and finger strength. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 589 Hits · Last Modified: 12/6/04 403. Finger Warmup (3rds) (#14305) by Felix Ochoa I figured this scale out when I used to play in a jazz band. I use it to warm up my fingers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1280 Hits · Last Modified: 4/13/04 404. Finger Workout (#1281) by Charlie Hall Finger strength workuot. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1248 Hits · Last Modified: 12/21/00 405. Fingering Exercise (#10557) by Gerardo Reyes Put some Rithym to it. Try to do this same sequence till the last frets. It will give speed & precision.Please Rate!!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 889 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/03 406. Fingering Exercise 2 (#11155) by Gerardo Reyes This will help a beginner to develop accuracy & improve his skills. Try it in different scales & faster pace as you progress! Please Rate!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 897 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/03 407. Fingering Exercises (#12503) by Marcus Burrell This exercise is great for helping your reach and creates a walking feel with it. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 834 Hits · Last Modified: 9/29/03 408. Fingers Gone Losse (#10728) by Ryan Bizzell This should help losen you up as well as build speed and accuracy Theory/Reference · Beginner · 742 Hits · Last Modified: 4/7/03 409. Fingers Vs. Pick (#2317) by Steve Rosenka This is a quick little bit of philosophy concerning fingerstyle versus using a pick. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3302 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 410. Fingerstyle Practice (#17440) by Peter Van den Enden Tower of Power? Fast fingerstyle funk. You need to have enough power in your two right-hand fingers to play this style. This little exercise helps you building strenght and speed. Add spice by using ghosts.... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 612 Hits · Last Modified: 1/18/05 411. First Attempt (#21698) by Nathan Linthorne Just a first attempt at posting a quick line i made, you may want to try playing this at different speeds also... myself i like playing it kinda slow .... has a nice sound to it Theory/Reference · Beginner · 436 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/06 412. First Four Tetracords In C (#24044) by Simon Wojcik 1st measure is a major tetracord (R W W H). 2nd measure is a minor tetracord (R W H W). 3rd measure is a diminished tetracord (R H W W). 4th measure is an augmented tetracord (R W W W). Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 682 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/09 413. First Theory Lesson (#18184) by Paul Procter First, In A Series Of 20 Basic Lessons On Bass Guitar Thoery. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1078 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/05 414. First Timer (#14429) by Tom Wilkes This is my first submit. I hope you like it. It sounds cool if you play it over and over again. You can end it when you want and make up an ending that you like. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 828 Hits · Last Modified: 4/9/04 415. Five-note Pattern Variations (#10546) by Stephen Potts This lesson display the 120 different ways to play this five-tone riff. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4289 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/03 416. Flava' In B Maja' (#12838) by Mike Blasutti A little bit of a major scale flail Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1211 Hits · Last Modified: 11/8/03 417. FLEXIBITY (#2724) by NICKTO CHARGOY THIS IS A GOOD EXERCISE FOR FLXIBITY, IT IS THE ONE JASON NEWSTED USED Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2303 Hits · Last Modified: 3/31/01 418. Fmaj#4, E Minor (#22010) by Geoffrey Barnes Had a #4 chord show up in a chart to a tune I was playing on Sunday, and thought it a fun premise to share a way it can work in a small riff.(I cannot use the chart example because of copyright, so I made up my own riff). Original dated 1/16/2007 Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 462 Hits · Last Modified: 1/17/07 419. Foolin3 (#17218) by Michael Doty Wish dead notes were available on the line builder :/ Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 775 Hits · Last Modified: 2/8/05 420. Foolin5 (#17266) by Michael Doty Feeling funky and missing a D string. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 742 Hits · Last Modified: 12/29/04 421. Foolin6 (#17269) by Michael Doty Bored :p Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 517 Hits · Last Modified: 12/29/04 422. For A Better Day (#8180) by Chris Cook This line popped into my head one day, and I played it over and over, and it seemed to help build my speed somewhat. It involves a lot of transitions between the 2 strings. Its also just fun to play. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 920 Hits · Last Modified: 9/3/02 423. For Scott (#1453) by Paul Hack Check it out scotty Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1069 Hits · Last Modified: 12/27/00 424. FOR THE BAND (#13413) by Paul Smith SGWGF Theory/Reference · Beginner · 908 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/04 425. Foreign 5's With Six Tones (#14867) by Justin Juno This is a mini lesson on 5 tone scales and 6 tone scales some of these scales are foriegn and i recomend this lesson to newby's cuz its easy and my be somthin you havent heard about and its a very brief short lesson... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10193 Hits · Last Modified: 5/28/04 426. Fret Board Fluency With Scales And Modes (#251) by Jay Spenny This is invaluble stuff that even the top performers go back to, a must for ANY bass player Theory/Reference · Beginner · 16658 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/00 427. Fretboard Memory (#24278) by Michael Ewell To get out of the box,you should learn lines that are more linear so here is way to do it. Let's use a G major scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 416 Hits · Last Modified: 6/3/09 428. FretBored (#7797) by Britt Jarvis I wrote this because I was bored........it probably sucks.....oh well Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1212 Hits · Last Modified: 7/31/02 429. Frethand Workout (#18156) by Ben Cook These are some basic exercises that are great for all levels to develop you fretting skills and dexterity. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3503 Hits · Last Modified: 4/10/05 430. Fretless Intonation Studies (#53) by Ian Hunter left hand excersises for fretless Theory/Reference · Advanced · 10985 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/00 431. Fretless Intonation Studies (#57) by Ian Hunter Excercises for fretless bass Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4418 Hits · Last Modified: 5/2/00 432. Frizzyy The Wild Ape Frog (#14906) by Don Crockett Not a lesson, just a catchy thing I made up... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 741 Hits · Last Modified: 6/6/04 433. From Point A To Point B (#515) by John Crosley Moving between chords. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1721 Hits · Last Modified: 10/6/00 434. Full Board Scales (#12509) by Richard Thomas Practice scales in a logical and functional fashion. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3693 Hits · Last Modified: 10/1/03 435. Full Circle (#17078) by Michael Salcone An easy riff, playing with major scale Triads (B major) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 569 Hits · Last Modified: 12/22/04 436. Full Step, Half Step (#13903) by Bryce Wall This scale will force you out of the traditional major/minor mind set. it is very useful in soloing and can create very interesting voicings in a jam situation. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1654 Hits · Last Modified: 3/2/04 437. Fun (#17882) by David Hopkins This is a fun bassline that help you learn how to use your fingers and strecth a little have fun Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 727 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/05 438. Fun And Easy To Play (#14606) by Tom Wilkes I put this line together in about an hour. I think it's pretty cool. Tell me what you think. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 807 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/04 439. Fun At The Bottom Of The Scales (#17491) by Martin Tol Fun excercise!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 592 Hits · Last Modified: 1/26/05 440. Fun Exercsies (#18415) by Jacob Burks A fun way to get exercise for your fingers Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1267 Hits · Last Modified: 5/17/05 441. Fun Exercsies 2 (#18432) by Jacob Burks More Fun exercsies Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 855 Hits · Last Modified: 5/20/05 442. Fun Little Line (#6557) by Matt Hastings Just a fun line I made tell me what you think of it Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 914 Hits · Last Modified: 3/29/02 443. Fun Stuff Part 2 (#21831) by Steven Johnson I can type words. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 536 Hits · Last Modified: 11/29/06 444. Fun Stuff Part 3 (#21886) by Steven Johnson Prog Punk? Theory/Reference · Beginner · 547 Hits · Last Modified: 12/14/06 445. Fun With Fifths & Thirds (#448) by John Crosley Spice up a normal chord progression using alternate chord tones Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2690 Hits · Last Modified: 9/2/00 446. Fun With Octaves (#14878) by William Hanna Playing with octaves, ala the Disco era Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1517 Hits · Last Modified: 6/22/04 447. Fun With Scales (#17422) by David Hopkins Fun piece just using a Gmaj scale and its third and fifth Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 448 Hits · Last Modified: 1/16/05 448. Funk Fusion Line (#12177) by Travis Schilling Just a small section of a fusion tune I've been composing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1203 Hits · Last Modified: 8/19/03 449. Funk It Up! Slap (#24284) by Wesley Pedigo If you've seen my earlier lessons on slap. This will be easy for you. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 388 Hits · Last Modified: 6/10/09 450. Funk Jam VIDEO( Bass Guitar & Drums) (#21941) by Wesley Pedigo Check Out My Son Josh Pedigo & Me Trying To Throw Some Funk! ***VIDEO*** Theory/Reference · Beginner · 592 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/06 451. Funky Chops (#16487) by Tony Thompson A lesson on this website that is actually worth listening to. I recommend looping this. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 997 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/04 452. Funky Dorian Line (#24280) by Michael Ewell Here's a funky line out of A dorian(G major,one sharp( F )). Have fun! The dotted 8th notes make this line interesting! Set the click at 100. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 522 Hits · Last Modified: 6/3/09 453. Funky Fresh something or other (#2788) by Steven Phares This is for those of you like me who are trying to figure out slapping and popping. I was messing around today and figured this out. Not all of it is slapping and popping, but its still fun. Please let me know what you think, this is my first post. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1728 Hits · Last Modified: 4/7/01 454. Funky Newgrass Lick (#10218) by Andy Calder This is a lick I use to finish a phrase in an original tune of ours. The chord pattern is D-C-C-G-F. In bar 3 of this exersize, the 16th note run should actually be 16th note triplets, followed by a 16th note. It works either way, though. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 979 Hits · Last Modified: 3/5/03 455. Further Halting Steps Toward Walking (#6236) by Matthew Brown The lesson progresses from simple chord-based walking bass to linear, step-wise lines thence to pedal points under progressions, using the changes to a G Blues. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9885 Hits · Last Modified: 4/16/02 456. G Blues (#15378) by Eric Draven An easy G blues walking bass line... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1207 Hits · Last Modified: 7/9/04 457. G Major In Sets Of 3 And 4 (#21092) by Brian Concordia Sweet practice Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 828 Hits · Last Modified: 6/19/06 458. G Major Scale Modes (#297) by Scott Harnell This explains what modes are and how they work in the G major scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5683 Hits · Last Modified: 7/28/00 459. G Major Whole Neck (#24256) by Wesley Pedigo G major scale starting @ F Dim. Once you get the fingering(tab)down. If you can find the relevant Minor(just the sixth note of a major scale. Which means- the same fingering as the major scale) you should be able to play any solo over any key. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 457 Hits · Last Modified: 5/7/09 460. G- Em- C- D (#15483) by Jason Mcwhorter This is a song using g-em-c-d Theory/Reference · Beginner · 621 Hits · Last Modified: 7/15/04 461. G-minor Two Hand Tap (#8393) by Victor Alonso This is a little scale that I worked on to work on some two handed taping. I don't know if I can show it on this tab generator but I'll try. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1273 Hits · Last Modified: 9/24/02 462. Get That Stubborn Pinky In Gear (#4962) by WIlliam Henry This is a little exercise to get the pinky finger busy to add melody and variety to your bass lines. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2283 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/01 463. Ghost Notes (#13854) by Michael Sarles An audio lesson with examples of ghost notes Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4599 Hits · Last Modified: 9/7/04 464. Giant Steps Descending Patterns (#3130) by George Traviani Here are some permutations that might help understand lines over progressions Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3971 Hits · Last Modified: 5/20/01 465. GMajor Arps (#24672) by Wesley Pedigo Practice major/minor arpeggios. It can help if you are getting tired of staying on 1 fret while everyone else gets to move around. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 450 Hits · Last Modified: 10/23/10 466. Good Bass Line (#6491) by Nick Lang This is a great heavy bass line some people might recognise. Only took me 20 mins to learn it properly. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1111 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/02 467. Good Left Hand And Right Hand Excersize (#23156) by Patrick Nacnud A good lesson for your right and left hands. Start slow, and then pick up speed as you get the hang of it. It's not too complex, it can just get a little confusing as you speed it up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 524 Hits · Last Modified: 11/11/07 468. Good Practice (#2469) by Kenneth Arnstein This is a good practice Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1028 Hits · Last Modified: 3/15/01 469. Good Warmup/Excersize (#1631) by Michael Wood Work them digits!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1196 Hits · Last Modified: 1/10/01 470. Gothic Heroin (#16001) by Don Crockett A morbid tune Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1084 Hits · Last Modified: 2/28/05 471. Great Finger Exercise (#18283) by Brandon Ashcraft This is very helpful to help strengthen and stretch fingers, also creates speed. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 699 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/05 472. Groove (#12465) by Justin Wehrman Easy song Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1433 Hits · Last Modified: 9/22/03 473. Groove (basement Blues) (#24559) by Mike Nunez Just a Groove Theory/Reference · Beginner · 877 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/10 474. Groove 114 (#15974) by Teri Foster Groove 114 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 426 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/04 475. Groove Builder (#14512) by Jamie Rodger Simple progressive groove, the faster you play it the cooler it gets Theory/Reference · Beginner · 770 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/04 476. Groovy (#17704) by Arnolfo Sabacajan Dance your self Theory/Reference · Beginner · 712 Hits · Last Modified: 2/17/05 477. Grufbold (#23239) by Jan Alexander Grufbold Theory/Reference · Beginner · 604 Hits · Last Modified: 12/20/07 478. Half Rest (#12039) by John Farrelly Half rest Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1418 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/03 479. Hanging Gardens Of Babylon (#11693) by Justin Rod Just a leisurely stroll down memory lane in ancient persia. Marvel at the mysterious Persian Scales... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 980 Hits · Last Modified: 6/26/03 480. Happy Birthday (#12606) by Alex Hurst Happy Birthday To You, Unless It's not Your Birthday. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1611 Hits · Last Modified: 10/9/03 481. Happy Groove (#8518) by Lyd Ng Take a basic groove to improve your timing and ear... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1583 Hits · Last Modified: 10/6/02 482. Happy Little Song (#21153) by Johno Lowers A cool little groove Theory/Reference · Beginner · 817 Hits · Last Modified: 7/30/06 483. Harmonic (#9548) by Francois Millette Harmonic jam and open tuning Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1139 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/03 484. Harmonic Bass Chords Vol.1 (#21773) by Joey Hammonds In this lesson i will show you some cool bass chords with harmonics Theory/Reference · Expert · 1173 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/06 485. Harmonic Dorian (#20618) by Ben Cook B Dorian in harmonics! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 726 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/06 486. Harmonic Minor (#20878) by Austin McCue A quick guide on how to make harmonic minor scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 12809 Hits · Last Modified: 5/25/06 487. Harmonic Scales Study (#9842) by Alfonso Celis Known as Spanish Scale too. You have to know this and learn it in all keys! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8459 Hits · Last Modified: 4/11/03 488. Harmonics (#2173) by Bob Black Methods and note values of basic harmonics. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4870 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/01 489. Harmonization Using Unholy Confessions (#19503) by Tom McCoy This is lesson shows how harmonization works... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1370 Hits · Last Modified: 9/21/05 490. Harmonized Scale Study (#11022) by Stephen Potts Play a harmonized scale, and never be bored playing scales again. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1820 Hits · Last Modified: 4/29/03 491. Harmony Magic (#11063) by Stephen Potts Read this thoroughly and a bold new door will open to you regarding bassline harmony. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2636 Hits · Last Modified: 5/7/03 492. Heavens Security (#23629) by Matt Outerson Scott's song Theory/Reference · Beginner · 418 Hits · Last Modified: 4/15/08 493. Heavy Is Life (#4991) by Niko Cabrera I just play some day at my house and i love it hope you like it please send me a feed back or rate it Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1134 Hits · Last Modified: 10/12/01 494. Helenon (#5154) by Matt Mchone This is a bass line that I have been messing around with. I can't get it out of my head. see what you can do with it. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1044 Hits · Last Modified: 10/28/01 495. Hello New York (#4100) by Niko Cabrera A good title for a bass song dont u think so Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1071 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/01 496. Hirojoshi Scale (#24325) by Casey Cameron Add some oriental flavor to your music with the hirojoshi scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 555 Hits · Last Modified: 8/31/09 497. Hold Position (#23881) by Thomas Grell A neat little trick for those having to hold on one note. Its easily done and I do it to ease hand fatigue. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 429 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/08 498. Home Made Straplocks (#14120) by Michael Holzammer How to make straplocks yourself :-) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1517 Hits · Last Modified: 12/12/05 499. Honeyrose (#11122) by Alex Hadley A little tune to help with fingering Theory/Reference · Beginner · 43 Hits · Last Modified: 5/4/03 500. How A Lighter Can Be Of Good Use (#8082) by Jon Hermansen A nice little tip for those seeking to use thier fingers. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1043 Hits · Last Modified: 8/21/02 501. How Fast Can You Play It? :-) (#998) by Pete Wankman Exercise to improve your Speed :-) Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5045 Hits · Last Modified: 3/9/01 502. How The Brain Works And Music (#17039) by Josh Howle Your brain is designed to function under certian commands and certain criteria. Applying this information to the creation of music will greatly improve ones playing in every aspect. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 716 Hits · Last Modified: 12/8/04 503. How To Practice For Your Ears (#6097) by Clifton Jackson Here is a way to Practice your Scales using the Modes. This will help you 'Train & Develop' your Musical Ear! These exercises will also get your fingers moving over most of the Fret-Board. Try it, and see how you like it! :^D Theory/Reference · Beginner · 30658 Hits · Last Modified: 6/4/09 504. How To Read The Bass Clef (#2755) by Jeff Gallant A plethora of information on how to read the bass clef. Description of times and notes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11558 Hits · Last Modified: 4/15/01 505. HRMBG: Stringwise (#17964) by Ronnie Duisters This lesson belongs to what I call high-range melodic bassgrooves. I want to write a book on this topic, but havent found the time yet. This is the stringwise technique to play high-range melodic basslines. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 904 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/05 506. Hu (#18742) by Andrew Leitheiser Fj Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1003 Hits · Last Modified: 6/30/05 507. Hungarian Minor/Enigmatic Minor Revision (#6436) by Matt Mchone My apologies for my last lesson, here is the real way to play them. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1002 Hits · Last Modified: 3/19/02 508. Hungarian Minor/enigmatic Minor Scales (#6434) by Matt Mchone Here are some scales I learned while learning modes. You can start from anywhere on the neck, (duh) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 961 Hits · Last Modified: 3/19/02 509. Imation (#5189) by Steven Johnson LA LA LA Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1289 Hits · Last Modified: 11/4/01 510. Improving Dexterity/ Note Recognition (#3748) by Ricky Patrick A little exercise that serves to loosen your hands up and also reinforces your note recognition on the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1803 Hits · Last Modified: 6/13/01 511. Improving Your Reach (#18606) by Erik Widner Start by working on this line, then as your reach improves you can move down the fretboard using the same pattern... I know it doesnt sound the best, but its all about improving that reach. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 719 Hits · Last Modified: 6/10/05 512. In The Name Of G (#23400) by Roland Bernhard Major as Major can.... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 467 Hits · Last Modified: 2/6/08 513. Insane Bass Scale Like Soloing (#20321) by Bob Bill This shows how when you put notes together they sound good fast. Theory/Reference · Expert · 885 Hits · Last Modified: 2/5/06 514. Interval Excersizes (#8966) by Jimmy Zee This is designed to both build up your physical abilty as well as show various intervalic combinations in the C Major scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2095 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/02 515. Interval Exercise#2 (#10626) by Stephen Potts This exercise emphasizes intervals and string crossing techniques in a moveable pattern, playable in any key. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 839 Hits · Last Modified: 4/1/03 516. Interval Line (#24312) by Michael Ewell I like playing intervals on bass.Here's a line that uses intervals and some open strings. I hope you like it! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 293 Hits · Last Modified: 7/16/09 517. Interval Practice-3rds And 6ths (#20125) by Dirk Ericson Major scale interval excercises using 3rds and 6ths. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1446 Hits · Last Modified: 3/16/06 518. Interval Studies #1 3rds (#12402) by Travis Schilling Practice patterns for 3rds Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1069 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/03 519. Interval Studies #2 4ths (#12404) by Travis Schilling Practice patterns for 4ths Theory/Reference · Beginner · 846 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/03 520. Interval Studies #3 5ths (#12405) by Travis Schilling Practice patterns for 5ths Theory/Reference · Beginner · 994 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/03 521. Interval Warm-up (#10597) by Stephen Potts A great way to get your fingers to wake-up and smell the roses. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3699 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/03 522. Intervals (#14920) by Adam Furay Names and Fingerings for all of the intervals Theory/Reference · Beginner · 894 Hits · Last Modified: 6/1/04 523. Intervals & 2-Octave Major Scale (#2345) by Steve Rosenka This lesson explains Intervals and introduces the 2-Octave Major scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1799 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 524. Intro (#14080) by Dimitri Papadimitriou Still working on this, but here's a little part of an intro Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 914 Hits · Last Modified: 3/12/04 525. Intro To Slapping (#23331) by Nick Odermatt A beginner's guide to the art of Slap bass. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1344 Hits · Last Modified: 1/16/08 526. Intro To Tapping (#20794) by Ben Cook An introduction to the advanced technique: TAPPING. When you feel confident in your normal playing, this is a good place to start taking things further. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2228 Hits · Last Modified: 4/26/06 527. Intro's With Melodic Intervals (#171) by Justin Douglas I used this lesson to try open people to the use of ninths and min7 appregios (taking out the fifth of the min7 in this example)A 'minor7' used like this has a more melodic feel instead of dissonance. Email with questions beast48@hotmail.com Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3774 Hits · Last Modified: 6/21/00 528. Introduction To Arpeggios (#9429) by Matt Heston Introduction to playing arpeggios over chords. Covers major, minor, maj7, m7, and dominant7 chords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6094 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/02 529. Introduction To Power Chords (#3564) by Scott Showalter Power chords are a relatively simple and largely under-utilized musical device that can help add a hard edge to your bass lines. This lesson covers the basics of their form and how to play them.<B>Copyrighted tab replaced with originals! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 21147 Hits · Last Modified: 7/23/01 530. Inversion Application (#12313) by Travis Schilling Helps with targeting notes of a chord other than the root. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 961 Hits · Last Modified: 9/2/03 531. Ionian Jam (#12442) by Garrett Mireles I got bored so here's a little thing I came up with in 5 minutes, written in Emaj. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5661 Hits · Last Modified: 9/18/03 532. Ionian Studies / Master Finger Pattern (#21853) by Brent Williams To understand this lesson, you should know a little bit about theory (i.e. you should have at least heard of arpeggios, scale modes, etc) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 767 Hits · Last Modified: 12/6/06 533. Its Gunan Work (#16330) by Jason Keeven Oh yeah Theory/Reference · Beginner · 515 Hits · Last Modified: 9/23/04 534. Jaco Style Arpeggio Exercise (#22774) by Barney Brazitis This is an arpeggio exercise that I saw Jaco do on TV. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1393 Hits · Last Modified: 8/4/07 535. Jacos Example 18 From Modern Electric Ba (#24612) by Tom Langley As transcribed from the program Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 444 Hits · Last Modified: 7/17/10 536. Jammin' With Charlie (#12903) by B.J. Hall Cool Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1625 Hits · Last Modified: 4/26/04 537. Japanese Hiro-Joshi Scale (#786) by William Landin This is a pentatonic scale from Slominsky's Encyclopedia of Scales. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1338 Hits · Last Modified: 10/27/00 538. Jazz Line: The Cue (#2909) by Chris Bond The emphasis on this line will be the intro. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1116 Hits · Last Modified: 4/15/01 539. Jazz Melodic Minor (#15312) by David Cooper This is the jazz minor scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9682 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/04 540. Jazzy Line (#18015) by Jay Lesser Nice jazz line i use when i can in the e a d progression Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 657 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/05 541. Jazzy/Funk Variation 2 (#1246) by Danon Mincey A variation of the previous line. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 921 Hits · Last Modified: 12/10/00 542. Judah's Lion (Returned) (#22110) by John Ostroski Just playing around here (not my favorite composition program - at all) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 746 Hits · Last Modified: 2/8/07 543. Jumping The Neck (#6575) by Josh Scott Using open string notes to quickly go from playing on a lower register, to a higher register. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6201 Hits · Last Modified: 3/30/02 544. Just A Good Way To Put Easy Stuff Togeth (#11080) by Kenny Angel Self explan Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1062 Hits · Last Modified: 5/2/03 545. Just A Nice Improvisation Method (#4204) by Niko Cabrera Ok i admit this is my first begginer lesson coz all my other lesson are made with my music pure techniches of improvisation Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1597 Hits · Last Modified: 7/20/01 546. Just A Rock (#19162) by Ebbe Kim Check it please Theory/Reference · Beginner · 634 Hits · Last Modified: 8/9/05 547. Just Foolin (#5448) by Chris Kennedy Um i just tabbed this out when i was goofing off it sounded kinda cool Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 814 Hits · Last Modified: 12/8/01 548. Just Something (#2971) by Zach Seifts look at me! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4105 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/01 549. Keep'em Rotatin (#13061) by Joey Miller A little warm-up I use now and then. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 656 Hits · Last Modified: 12/3/03 550. Keeping Fingers Agile (#23038) by Patrick Casey I started doing this to warm up and keep my fingers agile Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 634 Hits · Last Modified: 10/18/07 551. Kill The Octaves (#17794) by Michael Doty Easy, but great for building speed and muscle memory. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 612 Hits · Last Modified: 2/28/05 552. Larry's Arpeggio Warm-Up (#17075) by Larry Hall A fairly simple riff based on arpeggios that I use to get my fingers warmed up before I jam. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 608 Hits · Last Modified: 12/11/04 553. Learn The Major Modes The Easy Way (#3993) by Zach Mark An easy way to learn all the major modes using 5 simple patterns. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 24646 Hits · Last Modified: 7/25/01 554. Learn To Tune (#14850) by Steve Patton Still can't tune by ear? Still using a machine? This lesson will help you start tuning by ear! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9014 Hits · Last Modified: 5/27/04 555. Learn Your Fret Board (#5220) by Adrian Abascal To a great bass player one must learn his fret board. The best way to help you learn all the notes on it is through modes Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11285 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/01 556. Learning How To Play Using 3 Fingers (#11175) by Christopher Leh Simple exercises that will put you on your way to learning how to play with three fingers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4824 Hits · Last Modified: 8/4/04 557. Learning How To Tap (#12330) by Anthony Colon This lesson will teach the most basic element, one handed tapping, with this lesson and practice you will be tapping van halen style in no time. Despite its name, it actually takes two hands to do this.... PLEASE RATE THIS Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11703 Hits · Last Modified: 10/15/03 558. Learning The High Notes (#8558) by Matthew Brown Once you've learned your first major scale you can begin to learn the notes far up the neck. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1639 Hits · Last Modified: 10/9/02 559. Leeson Riff2 (#10638) by Frank Ciambra My bass line Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1267 Hits · Last Modified: 4/2/03 560. Left Hand (four Fingers) (#2259) by Abrassart Stephan To use your four left fingers. Try to play faster every day....... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1426 Hits · Last Modified: 2/28/01 561. Left Hand Exercise #1 (#2027) by Travis Zuidema a nice way to warm up your left hand Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1163 Hits · Last Modified: 2/7/01 562. Left-Hand Permutations Starting With 1 (#13751) by Patrick Pfeiffer One of the best warm-ups you can do with your left hand! The first of four parts. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2427 Hits · Last Modified: 2/8/04 563. Left-Hand Permutations Starting With 2 (#13752) by Patrick Pfeiffer The second of four parts of the Left-Hand permutations. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 890 Hits · Last Modified: 2/8/04 564. Left-Hand Permutations Starting With 3 (#13753) by Patrick Pfeiffer The third of four parts of the Left-Hand Permutation warm-up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 958 Hits · Last Modified: 2/8/04 565. Left-Hand Permutations Starting With 4 (#13754) by Patrick Pfeiffer The fourth and final part of the Left-Hand Permutation warm-up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 630 Hits · Last Modified: 2/8/04 566. Left-handed Bass (#11843) by Stephen Potts A beginner's guide to left-handed bass playing, with left-handed grids and sound examples. This lesson will be updated often. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3334 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/03 567. Lesson #1 - Frets & Intervals (#16775) by Sean Pastorius This lesson will help you understand the intervals/degrees from the open strings of E, A, D & G up to the 12th fret and what their relation to scales and arpeggios are, especially chromaticism. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 92 Hits · Last Modified: 11/10/04 568. Lesson #2 (#10654) by Nick Odermatt My bassline Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1038 Hits · Last Modified: 4/3/03 569. Lesson Riff#2 PW (#10640) by Pelle Windestam Riff#2 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 877 Hits · Last Modified: 4/2/03 570. Let's Learn The Major Scale (#6208) by John Weis Heres a little warmup you can do on the major scale, what popular music is based on Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2024 Hits · Last Modified: 2/24/02 571. Lets Get Retarted (#17046) by Tony Thompson Intro to "Lets Get Retarted" Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 705 Hits · Last Modified: 12/15/04 572. Lets Learn: Chords Of The Major Scale (#6339) by John Weis Follow up to Lets Learn the Major Scale! Really cool shit, helps writing music a lot. Learn the chords of the major scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4485 Hits · Last Modified: 3/8/02 573. LH Independence Drill (#14886) by Adam Furay Good left hand inpedendence drill Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 759 Hits · Last Modified: 5/30/04 574. Lights Out (taps) (#11047) by Ryan Bizzell Sleep tight Theory/Reference · Beginner · 875 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/03 575. Line Of Goodness (#5563) by Bill Pullen Just try it, not too hard at all. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 869 Hits · Last Modified: 12/22/01 576. Line1 (#24716) by Kyle Nahrgang Test line Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 442 Hits · Last Modified: 2/6/11 577. Linear Scales (#16131) by WILLIAM HULSEY A lesson on linear scales. This will give you a new perspective on the use of scales as they pertain to chord changes. They will also serve as excellent warm-ups or finger exercises. Have fun!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1689 Hits · Last Modified: 9/2/04 578. Litte Timing Exercise (#8868) by Dana Damico Just a quick little thing i like to do to get ready to jam.. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 790 Hits · Last Modified: 11/11/02 579. Little Finger Exercise (#11544) by Brian Lawton Small, really simple exercise to add use for little finger, not bad 2 warm up to Theory/Reference · Beginner · 798 Hits · Last Modified: 6/10/03 580. Little Scale Exercise (#5609) by Andrew Jasper This is just a little finger warm up using the E scale. It works nice and sounds good too. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1076 Hits · Last Modified: 12/26/01 581. Locrian Experimentation (#21109) by WILLIAM HULSEY A look at the feel of the Locrian mode. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 896 Hits · Last Modified: 6/24/06 582. Lone Ryder (#17459) by Don Crockett I had a bit of trouble with the timing....it sounds better played on your bass. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 773 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/05 583. Looking Up (#22112) by John Ostroski Trying out something new Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 372 Hits · Last Modified: 2/3/07 584. Looped Alternating Finger Excercise No.1 (#17110) by Ed Smith This excercise will help you alternate your picking hand index(1) and middle(2) fingers and also excercise your left hand. It loops around to the beginning so is ideal for warming up or just practicing speed and accuracy in general. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 692 Hits · Last Modified: 12/16/04 585. Lose That Number (#435) by John Crosley Shows a simple solution to playing under "strange" chord Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2277 Hits · Last Modified: 8/29/00 586. Losing The Pick (#19673) by Don Crockett Heres an excercise that makes you faster at galloping with your fingers instead of playing with a pick Theory/Reference · Beginner · 878 Hits · Last Modified: 10/23/05 587. Low (#19118) by Alex Hnatiuk Yea. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1525 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/05 588. Lydian#4 Scale For 5-string (#3304) by Steve Rosenka The next in our series of scales for the 5-string Theory/Reference · Beginner · 942 Hits · Last Modified: 5/12/01 589. M (#21858) by Steven Johnson Is there really a point Theory/Reference · Beginner · 600 Hits · Last Modified: 12/6/06 590. M56 (#18389) by Teri Foster M56 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 818 Hits · Last Modified: 6/30/05 591. MacFanatic Walking Warmup #1 (#6220) by Chris Franz This is a cool little walking exercise to help you warm up and streched out the fingers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 811 Hits · Last Modified: 2/25/02 592. Maiden Style (#13999) by Dimitri Papadimitriou A Maiden-like bass line Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 735 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/04 593. Maj Scales In Tab (#4393) by Mike Bulko Just an easy way to look up the scales for htose of you who dont wish to bother with normal scale charts Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5008 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/01 594. Major 7 Inversions (#3171) by George Traviani Be sure to play in all 12 keys!very important excercisethis will help locate the notes and understand inversions on your bass throughout the neck if practiced everyday.root position or first note G maj 7 B D F#..... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1246 Hits · Last Modified: 5/3/01 595. Major 7th Arpeggios (#23462) by Matthew Brown Build finger strength, learn about inversions and have fun with major seventh chords in IInd position Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1061 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/08 596. Major 7th Drill (#24156) by Ian Waters This is a drill my instructor has me do to become familiar with the significant notes in Major chords. Start slow and build up speed from the 12th fret up to the nut. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 380 Hits · Last Modified: 2/13/09 597. Major Change (#11754) by John Farrelly This is sorta like "Changing Chords" Theory/Reference · Beginner · 925 Hits · Last Modified: 7/2/03 598. Major Drills (#20521) by Konrad Gorski Here are some Major drills... have fun Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1246 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/06 599. Major Octave Mixer (#16724) by Barney Brazitis A good finger twister in any Major key Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 649 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/04 600. Major Pentatonic Scale - Circle Of 4ths (#16423) by Peter Risman Self-explanatory. Another good warm-up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 733 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 601. Major Scale (#22355) by Raymond Zeped Here is the major scale, you can use this to practice using your fingers, as well as soloing. Theory is good thing to know... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 722 Hits · Last Modified: 4/5/07 602. Major Scale (#22581) by Nick Adams Major Scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 680 Hits · Last Modified: 9/11/07 603. Major Scale - Circle Of 4ths (#16422) by Peter Risman Nothing fancy here. Just takes you through the major scale for each key. A great warm-up as well. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 714 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 604. Major Scale Alterations (#5075) by Titus Neubauer Basic theoretical alterations of the major scale pattern. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1127 Hits · Last Modified: 10/20/01 605. Major Scale Basics (#5644) by James Hunyar A general explanation of major scales and how they work, along with some tips for beginners. Hope it helps! Note: Does not cover minor scales. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11365 Hits · Last Modified: 1/1/02 606. Major Scale Exercise (#522) by John Crosley Helps to familiarize the Major Scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2749 Hits · Last Modified: 9/21/00 607. Major Scale Finger Exercise #2 (#6708) by Matt Mersereau A major scale finger warm up in 3rds with a diminished 7th. Great for pinky finger strength. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 991 Hits · Last Modified: 4/10/02 608. Major Scale In Jumps Of 3rds (#21098) by Brian Concordia Here is another good lesson to help develop line switching and knowledge of the fretboard Theory/Reference · Beginner · 706 Hits · Last Modified: 6/20/06 609. Major Scale Neck Warmer (#13073) by Alan Jackson This is a simple way to review your major scale, warm up, and work up the neck. It can be shifted to the A string or B string for 5 stringers. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 844 Hits · Last Modified: 12/4/03 610. Major Scale On 2 Strings (#21143) by Steffen Knauss A good way to practice your scales running up and down your neck and get away from your standard pattern Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 470 Hits · Last Modified: 6/29/06 611. Major Scale Shapes (#11275) by Joel Nelson Introduces different scale shapes for the major scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1613 Hits · Last Modified: 9/22/06 612. Major Scale Tapping (#21411) by Geoffrey Barnes A good exercise in training the left and right hands to work independently.Original dated 09/04/06 Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 667 Hits · Last Modified: 9/7/06 613. Major Scale Triads (#9500) by Michael Hooks Use these exercises to become more familiar with the major scale triads and their fingerings. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5059 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/03 614. Major Scale Triads - Circle Of 4ths (#16872) by Peter Risman Based on Laurence Mollerup's great lessons on triads. This lesson takes it a little farther, and runs through 8 triads in each scale of the Circle of 4ths. Pages 13-24 add more challenging bass lines. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8946 Hits · Last Modified: 2/28/10 615. Major Scale Warm-up (#13012) by Cas Bitner >Finger Defroster< Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 22773 Hits · Last Modified: 11/26/03 616. Major Scales (#13430) by Glen Campbell This is a lesson for those just starting on bass to help build dexterity and to learn the fret board. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1348 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/04 617. Major Triads (#10510) by Mike Hokkanen Chords A,B,C,D,E,F,G,and A - Played with piano and bass. What you might perform, as a bassist, while the guitar is strumming a particular chord. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1121 Hits · Last Modified: 3/26/03 618. Major7 Appegio Finger Exercise (#14525) by Jamie Rodger Start of slow and build it up Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1864 Hits · Last Modified: 5/29/04 619. Majors And Minors (#20410) by Geoffrey Barnes WARNING: a very repetitive lesson!!!! A simple three string approach to arpeggios. Makes for great finger exercises. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 795 Hits · Last Modified: 2/20/06 620. Making A Bassline (#20515) by Chris Adams All about making a bassline based on a chord progression Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2615 Hits · Last Modified: 5/20/06 621. Manipulate Notes (#10585) by Carlos Hernandez With this you will get and idea of manipulating the notes while someone s playing a certain scale good luck Theory/Reference · Beginner · 952 Hits · Last Modified: 3/30/03 622. Master (#18720) by Brenton Flower Awesome Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 893 Hits · Last Modified: 6/26/05 623. Max (#18618) by Trey Drewett Just for you Katie Theory/Reference · Beginner · 915 Hits · Last Modified: 6/14/05 624. Maybe The Only Exercise You Ever Need. (#23296) by Ray Magill The Left hand permutations contain ALL the possible fingering combinations in one position. It's a great excercise to go through each pattern on all the strings. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 875 Hits · Last Modified: 1/6/08 625. Mecanica (#16410) by Patrick Marchand I composed this line run to help with dexterity. Haven't played in almost 10 years and the pinky has some problems hehe Theory/Reference · Beginner · 627 Hits · Last Modified: 9/29/04 626. Mechanics Lesson 003 (#23705) by WAYNE ELLIOTT "THE MODES: These will help with future learning. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1436 Hits · Last Modified: 5/14/08 627. Mechanics Lesson 004 (#23370) by WAYNE ELLIOTT If you are new to the bass, this should be of some use. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4190 Hits · Last Modified: 5/22/08 628. Mechanics Lesson 005 (#23580) by WAYNE ELLIOTT Sharps and Flats: Unlock the mystery of "KEYS" Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2442 Hits · Last Modified: 6/1/08 629. Mechanics Lesson 006 (#23553) by WAYNE ELLIOTT TRIADS & MODES Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1981 Hits · Last Modified: 10/6/08 630. Mechanics Lesson 007 (#23952) by WAYNE ELLIOTT Metronome Usage Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1900 Hits · Last Modified: 10/11/08 631. Melodic Lament (#22505) by Alex Atwood Just a line I created(I wish you could get technical with the builders so it would sound right) But enjoy, there are several slides and pull ons/hammer ons ect. Maybe you can find them or put them in were you think sounds best. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 491 Hits · Last Modified: 5/12/07 632. Melodic Minor Modes (#51) by Chris Tarry An introduction to the Melodic Minor Modes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 70832 Hits · Last Modified: 5/20/00 633. Melodic Pedal Point (#10069) by Doug Bland This is a short lesson on using piano-like pedal notes to anchor a melody. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 946 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/03 634. Melodic Possibility (#4022) by Micah Kaplan A line that I wrote thinking more like a guitarist. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1474 Hits · Last Modified: 7/3/01 635. MelodyMagic Over Whole Octave In G Major (#11161) by Marc Huber Just an extension on Stephen Pott's take on the value of scaluar harmoney. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1003 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/03 636. Mess About (#6819) by WAYNE BURTON Its best played by slappin.please give me that feedback.thanks.enjoy Theory/Reference · Beginner · 877 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/02 637. Messing Around In F/Dm (#23712) by Dan Wallace This will teach about the relative minor. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 396 Hits · Last Modified: 5/10/08 638. Methods In Composition Part 2 (#20405) by Geoffrey Barnes The second part of an ongoing study in Roman Numeral Chord methods for composing music progressions Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1285 Hits · Last Modified: 5/5/06 639. Methods In Composition Part 3 (#20407) by Geoffrey Barnes Part three of an on going study in composition. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 829 Hits · Last Modified: 5/5/06 640. Methods In Compositon Part I (#20402) by Geoffrey Barnes Some musical progressions that can help immensly with the composition process. These lessons are based upon the key of E major and its relative minor- C# minor. More parts will be created in future lessons. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3213 Hits · Last Modified: 2/20/06 641. Midnight Alone(A Bass Solo) (#11043) by Stephen Potts This is a soft moody little solo, with some unusual ideas included that I have discussed previously. Play 8 bars with me, then you take a solo for the final 8 bars... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1848 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/03 642. Mike's Lesson (#8398) by Victor Alonso Ok, Mike asked if there were a few notes that can be played in a chord to kind of move around a little. This is my attempt at an answer. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 966 Hits · Last Modified: 9/25/02 643. Mine (#6550) by Michael Newson Dis eiz mine's... i use thumb up thumb down, i'll break down the 2 bass lines later... Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 1620 Hits · Last Modified: 6/7/02 644. MinMaj7 Pass (#21083) by Tim Sherwood Passage to handle this misunderstood passing chord Theory/Reference · Advanced · 852 Hits · Last Modified: 6/16/06 645. Minor 7th Drill (#24157) by Ian Waters This is a drill my instructor has me do to become familiar with the significant notes of each Minor Chord. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 345 Hits · Last Modified: 2/13/09 646. Minor Magic 03/30/2005 (#18074) by Stephen Potts This lesson shows how using a fixed chordal pattern over a descending bass line can create an interesting section. Notice what stays the same and what changes. Five additional variations of this lesson will be forthcoming. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 653 Hits · Last Modified: 3/30/05 647. Minor Passing Tones (#7608) by Matt Sedqon A couple little ditties revolving around minor passing tones. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1223 Hits · Last Modified: 7/18/02 648. Minor Pentatonic Scale - Circle Of 4ths (#16427) by Peter Risman As the title indicates ... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 689 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 649. Minor Pentatonic Scale Warm Up (#19219) by Adam The This warm-up will get your fingers flying in no time. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1323 Hits · Last Modified: 8/12/05 650. Minor Scale (#22926) by Nick Adams Minor Scale And it's uses. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 480 Hits · Last Modified: 9/11/07 651. Minor Scale - Circle Of 4ths (#16425) by Peter Risman Again, self-explanatory and a good warm up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 621 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 652. Minor Scale Exercise (#542) by John Crosley Getting familiar with the minor scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2865 Hits · Last Modified: 9/29/00 653. Minor Sequences (#9527) by Michael Hooks Develop finger coordination through these scalar exercises in A minor. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3069 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/03 654. Minor Seventh Inversions (#1722) by Matthew Brown An introduction to the fingerings for the A and G minor seventh chords. These fingerings will work for any minor seventh chord. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2104 Hits · Last Modified: 1/15/01 655. Minor Triads (#9926) by Matt Pierce Most of it is 1,3,5 triad type of stuff. I think it sounds neat. You may or may not disagree. Either way, let me know. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1021 Hits · Last Modified: 3/2/06 656. MinorMagic (#10552) by Stephen Potts Open voicings and rhythmic variation make this haunting riff a "keeper". Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4559 Hits · Last Modified: 4/8/03 657. MITSHI (#12750) by Paul Smith KJFKJGLHLK Theory/Reference · Beginner · 942 Hits · Last Modified: 10/28/03 658. MITSHUBISHI (#12749) by Paul Smith DFUG Theory/Reference · Beginner · 678 Hits · Last Modified: 10/28/03 659. Mixolydian b6 For 5-string (#3650) by Steve Rosenka The next scale in our series. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1041 Hits · Last Modified: 6/7/01 660. Mj7 And Min7 Inversions Combined (#1739) by Matthew Brown Combining the GMj7 and Amin7 inversions for an arpeggio exercise up the neck builds finger strength and dexterity. These are easily embellished for use in bass lines. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2809 Hits · Last Modified: 1/17/01 661. Modal Exercise (#21003) by WILLIAM HULSEY One exercise covering all the modes in the G major Scale Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1232 Hits · Last Modified: 6/5/06 662. Modal Road Map (#12316) by Travis Schilling Exercise for moving through the modes of the major scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1035 Hits · Last Modified: 9/8/03 663. Mode Help (#24288) by Michael Ewell Here's a way to get the modes in your head.Learn the "box" then try going up the neck than across the strings.We will use a G scale,2 octaves.there are 2 pages because I could not fit the lesson on one page. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 490 Hits · Last Modified: 6/17/09 664. Modes #1 (#16818) by David Hopkins This lesson will chart out the seven major modes there fingering patterns and the sequence patterns. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2223 Hits · Last Modified: 11/13/04 665. Modes #2 (#16826) by David Hopkins THis is the second part of a two part lesson on the modes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1143 Hits · Last Modified: 11/13/04 666. Modes #3 (#16847) by David Hopkins Creating basslines with the modes Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1812 Hits · Last Modified: 11/16/04 667. Modes De La Gamme Majeure De Do (#23002) by Alain Diart Les sept modes de la gamme majeure de do. En français. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3631 Hits · Last Modified: 10/3/07 668. Modes For Beginners In C Major (#11406) by Aaron Ivey The C major scale is (C,D,E,F,G,A,B). The modes for any major scale are constructed by starting on the 2,3,4,5,6,or 7th note rather than the first. The patterns represented in this exercise work for any major scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10390 Hits · Last Modified: 6/10/06 669. Modes In Motion (#16780) by Mike Sullivan This lesson demonstrates the modes of the major scale over the fingerboard in ascending order; Ionion, Dorian...etc. and returning in descending order. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 774 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 670. Modes Iz Greek To Me (#19) by Kerry Galloway Having trouble "getting" modes and their use? Look at them backwards. Use this lesson AFTER you've read Chris Sung's excellent modes lesson if you are in need of further insights Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9713 Hits · Last Modified: 4/2/00 671. Modes of the Major Scale (#9) by Christopher Sung Here's a discussion of how modes of the major work, as applied to the C major scale. It covers the modes using what is known as the "derivative approach", and is a good first step toward tackling this somewhat mysterious concept... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 120424 Hits · Last Modified: 4/25/00 672. Modes Of The Major Scale-Circle Of 4ths (#16796) by Peter Risman This lesson is based on Christopher Sung's terrific lesson "Modes of the Major Scale". While Christopher's lesson is more theoretical, this lesson reviews scales and arpeggios for each mode in every major key. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10650 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 673. More Muted Slap And Pop Example 1 (#4837) by Mark Heath This lesson continues from Lessons #4831 and #4833. This lesson will start with an easy 4 beat/measure pattern. This lesson will get you comfortable with the pattern. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9911 Hits · Last Modified: 9/20/01 674. Moving Pedal (#7603) by John Rovnan Good way to spice up a progression. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 872 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/03 675. Muted Picking (#11188) by Michael Sarles A lesson discussing muted bass playing with a pick. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1106 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/03 676. Muted Slap And Pop (#4833) by Mark Heath This is a continuation from Lesson #4831. It incorporates Left-Hand Muting and Muted Popping. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2340 Hits · Last Modified: 9/19/01 677. My Best Solo (#4227) by Niko Cabrera You are going to love it Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1701 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/01 678. My First Lesson (#2389) by Dave Baran Here is a good warm up for one finger per fret, this can be played on any string and in any key. Start with your second finger on the third fret<G-note. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1229 Hits · Last Modified: 3/9/01 679. My First Lesson (#22902) by Mick Smith This is my first lesson on active bass. It is just part of a line i came up with one day. It is a good one to help you strecht out your fingers and work two strings at the same time. The timing is a little off, and really does not do it proper justice Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 420 Hits · Last Modified: 9/3/07 680. My New Tune (#17700) by Arnolfo Sabacajan Check this out Theory/Reference · Beginner · 579 Hits · Last Modified: 2/17/05 681. My Workout Routine (#5225) by Jimmy Zee Scale pattern things to help improve speed and accuracy Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1347 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/01 682. Nanny Cleans Up (#20966) by Sam Holmes This is a lesson to get your left hand comfy jumping around and using more than one position for the same note. This was written orriginally by Edvord Nanny, and can be found in his Method Book I published by Leduc. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1255 Hits · Last Modified: 5/26/06 683. Neat Slap Bass Line (#17642) by Ben Rafter I put ridiculous..because your mom is ridiculously good looking..have fun with this one its kinda cool Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 730 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/05 684. Never (#20535) by Spork Masta This is just a bass line that I wrote Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 599 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/06 685. New O (#12245) by Alex Hadley Another walking line, sounds Familiar? Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1159 Hits · Last Modified: 8/25/03 686. Nice 2 Hand Tap (#13722) by Chris Lombardi This is a very nice tapping exercise. If you are a right handed player, your left hand should be hammering the E and the G strings notes while your right hand hammers the A and the D string notes. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1006 Hits · Last Modified: 2/5/04 687. Nice Little Warm Up Line (#6514) by Steve Moorman Use this before a gig to warm your fingers up for the long night Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 782 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/02 688. Nice Picking Lesson (#20396) by Stan Bezwie It's a good lesson for building up your strenght in fingers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 619 Hits · Last Modified: 2/18/06 689. Nifty Long Bass Line (#6544) by Nick Lang This is quite a fun bass line, very easy but it sounds good with the right drum beat and some fat rhythm guitar riffs on top. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 985 Hits · Last Modified: 3/28/02 690. Nirvy Style (#16079) by Andrew Manzella Style of nirvana...based on power chords. plays with different octaves. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 743 Hits · Last Modified: 8/30/04 691. No Name (#15775) by Jason Mcwhorter Just a song i made up Theory/Reference · Beginner · 503 Hits · Last Modified: 8/11/04 692. Note Naming Etude (#13345) by Patrick Pfeiffer Naming the notes...and quickly...is one of the most important skills a bassist must have. You need to be able to identify your root and chord by name. This etude (fancy name for exercise) will help you get a handle on the mystery of note names. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1443 Hits · Last Modified: 12/31/03 693. Nothing To Hand (#24684) by Tom Langley Hmmm? Theory/Reference · Beginner · 240 Hits · Last Modified: 12/13/10 694. Octave Exercise (#978) by John Crosley An Execise for the entire neck. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1898 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/00 695. Octaves (#6390) by Charles Hartman A little info about Octaves... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1433 Hits · Last Modified: 3/14/02 696. Octaves With Jaco (#15393) by Eric Draven A Jaco's riff to get confident with octave playing and siteenth notes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1359 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/04 697. Off-time Arpeggio Line (#13850) by Michael Greenley A really fun off-time arpeggio line. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1060 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/04 698. Om/de (#8900) by Marc Huber Om/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deOm/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deOm/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deOm/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/deom/de Theory/Reference · Expert · 1158 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/02 699. One Note (#20872) by Geoffrey Barnes Sometimes playing a single note over a series of chords can have a lot of effect. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 696 Hits · Last Modified: 5/7/06 700. Only 7 triads (#31) by Laurence Mollerup A quick way to learn triads for beginners Theory/Reference · Beginner · 40015 Hits · Last Modified: 4/21/00 701. OOOOKKKAAAYYY (#19125) by Billy Newcomb HAHAHA this is wierd just random notes its kinda fun though HAHA Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 554 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/05 702. Open Harmonic Chord Voicings (#17589) by Matthew Brown Some more unusual harmonic voicings feature a bass note played on one of the inner strings (A or D) Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2886 Hits · Last Modified: 2/4/05 703. Open String Hammer And Pull-off Exercise (#10120) by James Martin A single-string exercise using hammer-ons and pull-offs that helps you build speed and finger strength. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1156 Hits · Last Modified: 2/22/03 704. Open-hammer Tecnique (#5971) by Dante Galli Here is an example of the open-hammer (and pluck) tecnique of the great Victor Wooten.Try it, and discover all the infinite applications of this great tecnique!Let me have your feedback, and enjoy! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2168 Hits · Last Modified: 1/31/02 705. Open-hammer-double-snap (#12917) by Dick Fitts I adapted this as a simpler version of Richard Malton's study of a Wooten technique in the back of the "ridiculous" section. I like simple! Simple likes me. Theory/Reference · Expert · 1181 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/03 706. Open-Hammer-Hammer-Harmonic-Hammer-Pluck (#6598) by Steven Phares Yeah, just try it and get back to me. It's weird, but its a technique I figured out in the past week. I dunno if its been done before, but its really really worth checking out if you have mastered the simple open hammer pluck movement. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1513 Hits · Last Modified: 4/1/02 707. Outlining Chords In 2 Keys (#21299) by Matthew Brown Outlining triads, you can master ALL the notes in IInd and IIIrd position. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3997 Hits · Last Modified: 8/2/06 708. Pachebelish Backing Track (#10734) by Michael Sarles Backing track for (hopefully) some Add A Track work. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 852 Hits · Last Modified: 4/8/03 709. Partita (#11519) by Paul Smith Bach Theory/Reference · Beginner · 789 Hits · Last Modified: 6/6/03 710. Patternn (#11653) by Joe Sopata Very basic, everyone should know this. this is the stuff lines are made of. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1453 Hits · Last Modified: 7/8/03 711. Patterns (#5973) by Charles Brooks This is something that helped me out tremendously. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3983 Hits · Last Modified: 2/2/02 712. Pattitucci (#7722) by John Rovnan Dexterity and string skipping exercise Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1305 Hits · Last Modified: 8/15/02 713. Pedalling (#21187) by Brian Zannone Pedal tones on bass Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 499 Hits · Last Modified: 7/5/06 714. Pentatonic Blues Stuff (#13993) by Andy Kasischke It's awesome Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 738 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/04 715. Pentatonic Minor Ex. GROUPS Of 4 (#24655) by Tom Langley A way to explore the neck and the scale system. Starting off in groups of 4 all around the neck to get familiar and comfortable with this pattern next lesson will be exploring it with intervals :D Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 430 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/10 716. Pentatonic Practice (#12580) by Mike Blasutti This lesson shows the relationship between the pentatonic major and the pentatonic minor Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4285 Hits · Last Modified: 10/6/03 717. Pentatonic Warm Up (#2030) by Aaron Leonard This is a sample of one of the warm ups I like to use before I get into some serious grooving. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1403 Hits · Last Modified: 2/7/01 718. Pentatonics 2 Ways (#21389) by Matthew Brown E and A minor pentatonics for beginners on a single string and on two strings. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1375 Hits · Last Modified: 8/28/06 719. Percussive Tapping (#5554) by Josh Scott The most common style of tapping can be added to your repitiore. Do you want to know how? Come on in. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 17392 Hits · Last Modified: 3/30/02 720. Perfect Right/Left Hand Coordination (#8525) by Garrett Mireles This exercise only takes a few minutes of your time. The more time you put into it, the closer you will come to perfect left and right hand coordination. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1482 Hits · Last Modified: 11/27/02 721. Peter And The Wolf (#2086) by Josh Scott This is the Peter and the Wolf theme on Bass. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1323 Hits · Last Modified: 2/11/01 722. PHILOSOPHY OF MUSIC (#11682) by Forest Watkins This lesson is like Glastonbury, nothing i say can show you how amazing and important this lesson really is. Look at it, two minutes of reading, a lifetime of knowledge. Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 4203 Hits · Last Modified: 4/3/08 723. Phrasing Techniques...the Slide (#17541) by Louise Defritz A simple guide to playing the slide... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 700 Hits · Last Modified: 1/30/05 724. Phsycotic Chromatics (#7401) by Matt McCullough This lick/excercise really works both hands out like there's no tomorrow, and makes going up and down the fret board chomatically really easy. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1999 Hits · Last Modified: 6/27/02 725. Picks And Fingers , The Neverending (#19696) by Henrijs Verze Information about both playing styles , pros and cons , etc. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3832 Hits · Last Modified: 10/27/05 726. Pinky Exercise (#6127) by Sean McCormack A quick excercise to strengthen your little finger Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1107 Hits · Last Modified: 2/16/02 727. Pinky Workout (#16723) by Barney Brazitis Ever want an alternative to scales as a warmup? This is a cool melodic figure that really gets your pinky in on the action. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 809 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/04 728. Planing (#22963) by Stephen Potts Learn how planing (pronounced: plane - ing), can improve your speed and your solos. New page added. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 896 Hits · Last Modified: 9/26/07 729. PlayAlong#1 (#11044) by Stephen Potts Playalong for 8 measures, then take an 8 bar solo with the drummer.(Easy ballad) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 948 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/03 730. Playing Around With The Blues Scale (#5007) by John Crosley A scale and examples of lines with the scale usage. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8456 Hits · Last Modified: 10/13/01 731. Polymeter (#11898) by Michael Cooper This line sets up a simple poly meter whereby drums could play 4/4 over a 5/4 bass line. Also Check out the song Kashmir by Led Zepplin. The same technique is used with a melody in 3/4 and a drum part in 4/4. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1627 Hits · Last Modified: 7/20/03 732. Polyrhythm (#24515) by Adam Furay Example of a polyrhythm Theory/Reference · Beginner · 566 Hits · Last Modified: 1/12/10 733. Polyrthymic Awesomeness (#23976) by Eugene Shults Thinking in terms of polyrhythms can allow you to create some really entrancing stuff. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 770 Hits · Last Modified: 10/30/08 734. Popping Exercise (#14526) by Jamie Rodger Use index and middle finger to play the runs get a consistant tone out of both fingers Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 735 Hits · Last Modified: 4/20/04 735. Poppyseed (#12954) by David Fowlkes Prog-line Theory/Reference · Advanced · 908 Hits · Last Modified: 11/22/03 736. Power Chord Funk (#402) by Paul Chastain Power chords go funky. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 12566 Hits · Last Modified: 8/27/00 737. Practice (#158) by Dan Retana This is a fingering lesson i picked up somewhere. i like to use it to warm up with. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1612 Hits · Last Modified: 6/16/00 738. Practice Funk Groove In C Minor (#19222) by Adam The Here's a quick groove that is easy to play. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1176 Hits · Last Modified: 8/13/05 739. Practice Progressions (#11235) by Stephen Potts Over 1,800 progressions! Mix and match these chord progressions for bass practice with a rhythm guitarist; or inspire yourself to write a song, by combining the progressions . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2870 Hits · Last Modified: 5/15/03 740. Practice Vs. Rehearsal (#4677) by Steve Rosenka This Lesson helps determine what's PRACTICE and what's REHEARSAL Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1505 Hits · Last Modified: 9/1/01 741. Precision Chromatic Drill (#17952) by Michael Doty The chromatic scale is great for practice, but becomes boring fast. Throw some flavor into it :p Theory/Reference · Advanced · 700 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/05 742. Precision Hits In Rhythm - Playing Space (#12794) by Patrick Pfeiffer How to practice timing "hits" precicely and observe rests. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1126 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/03 743. Primavera Fria (#8357) by Rui Santos I made this in this moment.... I hope that you enjoi Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 642 Hits · Last Modified: 9/21/02 744. Progresiòn II-I (#14422) by Jesus Aza Este es un pasaje en una progresiòn II - I. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 908 Hits · Last Modified: 4/9/04 745. Progression Batle (#10512) by CHRISTOPHER BAKER In A Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 998 Hits · Last Modified: 3/26/03 746. Progressions (#10666) by Stephen Potts Contains 840 practice progressions with bassline examples and fingerings . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5861 Hits · Last Modified: 4/5/03 747. Progressive 7/4 Bass Medlody (#13813) by Bert Torres This is based off of the inspiration of the progressive rock style of musical playing, some may disagree. its played in 7/4 time and theirs more to it but I ran out of length, just so you know. Theory/Reference · Expert · 1091 Hits · Last Modified: 2/15/04 748. Progressive Riff (#18678) by Francisco Fernández I figured out this riff after listening to some progressive artists. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 845 Hits · Last Modified: 6/23/05 749. Pull It Off (#3563) by Josh Scott Learn the power of pull offs in soloing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2095 Hits · Last Modified: 6/1/01 750. Pull Off's In A Minor By Jason Cox (#12642) by Jason Cox Pull off's on the D String. You can substitute the open D string for the fifth fret on the A string Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1231 Hits · Last Modified: 10/14/03 751. Punk For Beginers (#7208) by Steven Pullan Punk for beginers, the (basic( need to knows for punk! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1848 Hits · Last Modified: 6/4/02 752. Quad (#13404) by Craig Baer This is a cool tool I use to come up with some great sounding chops. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 954 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/04 753. Quadruplet Slap Hack (#16362) by Jason Stewart Easy way to sound fast and impress your drummer. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 654 Hits · Last Modified: 9/26/04 754. Quick Warm-Up (#19218) by Adam The Here's a nice little warm-up you can do to get all your left hand fingers working. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 678 Hits · Last Modified: 8/12/05 755. R-page-e-oh (#17607) by Michael Doty More pages to come soon... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2402 Hits · Last Modified: 2/15/05 756. Raking for Speed (#2864) by Matthew Brown This is an explanation of "raking" the fingers across the strings for a quick attack, using using accompaniments to "Caravan" as examples. This has been updated; I welcome input. Theory/Reference · Expert · 14745 Hits · Last Modified: 5/7/01 757. Random (#13736) by Glen Chapman ERmmm.... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 872 Hits · Last Modified: 2/6/04 758. RANDOM ACTS (#14267) by Chris Cook CAN YOU SAY AR PEG GIOS,I KNEW THAT YOU COULD,HI MR MCFEELY,CAN YOU HELP MY FREINDS SAY DOUBLE HARMONIC IN A, :) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 732 Hits · Last Modified: 10/19/04 759. Random Ideas (#11956) by John Farrelly This is just some random ideas Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2398 Hits · Last Modified: 7/27/03 760. Random Jam With Harmony (#23764) by David Rubio I just made this up cuz i was bored Theory/Reference · Beginner · 445 Hits · Last Modified: 6/23/08 761. Reading Bass Guitar Notes (#24748) by Scott Noftle This lesson shows how to read bass guitar notes. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 671 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/11 762. Reading In Irish (#23645) by Matthew Brown Looking for music to practice? Look across the Atlantic and the Irish Sea... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 764 Hits · Last Modified: 4/21/08 763. Reading Music (#13615) by Patrick Pfeiffer A guide to reading music the way you read words! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2187 Hits · Last Modified: 1/25/04 764. READING STEP 1 - Target Practice (#2019) by Mark Corradetti If you want to work more, learn to read, and take advantage of all the great music out there! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1410 Hits · Last Modified: 2/6/01 765. RECORDING TIP: EVEN SOUND, NO COMPRESSOR (#13977) by Angel Lyrtzis How to have an even sound amongst the lower and higher strings without the use of a compressor Using only an EQ.IMPORTANT IN ALL PLAYING OCCASIONS! Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 1580 Hits · Last Modified: 4/21/07 766. Recovering From A Logout At ActiveBass (#19684) by Tim Reierson How to recover your forum message or lesson page after being logged out. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 385 Hits · Last Modified: 10/24/05 767. Red Hot Warm-up (#10960) by Stephen Potts This warm-up starts slow and ends in flames . Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1751 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/03 768. Reference Of Rounded Binary Forms (#20594) by Christian McGuire A General Reference Chart comparing Rounded Binary Forms from early Baroque through fugues and first movement Sonata form to typical Jazz standard practice. - Created for my students Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1131 Hits · Last Modified: 3/18/06 769. Reggae Stylin' For Begginers (#5504) by Nick Sc This is just a good method for beginners to start making walking lines and such. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2149 Hits · Last Modified: 12/14/01 770. Reharmonizing The I-IV-V (#24045) by Simon Wojcik I know a lot of rock/pop/country songs in this progression... as a bass player it can bore me to death... so i did something about it... ;) Theory/Reference · Advanced · 378 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/09 771. Relative Natural Minor (#20953) by Austin McCue A lesson on how to find the relative minors of natural major scales. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7069 Hits · Last Modified: 6/12/06 772. Remembering The Notes (#9925) by Mike Russo Want to remember where every note on the neck is? Easy pointers and visual aides in this lesson will show you how simple it is to do. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8122 Hits · Last Modified: 12/3/04 773. Repeat (#13308) by Hart Hanson Fast improv of a friends song Theory/Reference · Beginner · 978 Hits · Last Modified: 12/23/03 774. Reservation (#11231) by Steven Johnson Something I think sounds neat Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 625 Hits · Last Modified: 5/13/03 775. RH Open String Workout (#14925) by Adam Furay RH workout Theory/Reference · Beginner · 795 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/04 776. Rhythm And Finger Exercise (#14438) by Nick Mann This is a good exercise for learning to put one finger every fret and for learning to play to the beat. Play this at different tempos. Make sure to play precisely on beat. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 938 Hits · Last Modified: 4/11/04 777. Rhythm Changes In Bb (#10665) by Nick Odermatt A nice walking line over a Rhythm Changes progression in Bb, for another assignment.. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2243 Hits · Last Modified: 4/4/03 778. Rhythmic Madness (#10544) by Stephen Potts This lesson explores rhythmic variation, with a funky but tricky tune. It's worth a try . Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8198 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/04 779. RhythmTwister#2 (#10570) by Stephen Potts More rhythmic variation studies. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2925 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/03 780. Ride It Roll On (#19647) by Alex Ebert Just a little ditty, bring the sun on Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 654 Hits · Last Modified: 10/16/05 781. Riff#2 (#10635) by Stephen Potts This is a simple riff for beginners . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1491 Hits · Last Modified: 4/5/03 782. Riff#2RT (#10658) by Rob Taylor My homework on riff#2! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1271 Hits · Last Modified: 4/3/03 783. Right (#11512) by Damon DeLuca Jam along track Theory/Reference · Beginner · 922 Hits · Last Modified: 6/5/03 784. Right Hand Exercise (#14516) by Landon Garry A simple speed building exercise for your right hand. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1571 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/04 785. Right Hand Speed (#8887) by Mike Morowski In this lesson i will show you how to gain speed in all three fingers of the right hand Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3187 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/02 786. Rock Like Song 2 (#11464) by Hunter Woodbury Another song kinda goes with that other rock like song Theory/Reference · Beginner · 655 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/03 787. Romantica In A Major (#11288) by Lefteris Gavalas Romantic neoclassical song in A major. :) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1288 Hits · Last Modified: 5/19/03 788. Royal Line (#8956) by Steve Evets This is a line I came up with when I first started out playing bass, its really simple, but I added some ways you can improv the line and give it more colo Theory/Reference · Beginner · 839 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/02 789. Run Down The Middle (#1713) by Scott Blazer This is a bass line I use as more or less a solo when we are playing,I try to put a lot more funk in it than what it sounds like her,but this is the basic concept. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 54 Hits · Last Modified: 1/14/01 790. Run/Riff #2 (#10499) by Michael Sarles Little run that can be broken up and used in pieces for fill or run. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 989 Hits · Last Modified: 3/26/03 791. RUNAROUNDER (#13953) by Chris Cook Havin fun with scales and modes,can you name the mode? no matter,as usual this is fast,but not that difficult,sounds just as kool down tempo Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 727 Hits · Last Modified: 3/1/04 792. Running 3rds (#10335) by David Swenson A great finger exercise that helps you learn the finger pattern for a major scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 895 Hits · Last Modified: 3/13/03 793. Running The Fret (#21600) by Meaghan Hocking Start with this little exercise then move a fret down finishing on the 12th fret and then back to the first. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 557 Hits · Last Modified: 10/15/06 794. Running The Neck - Blues Scales (#16434) by Peter Risman Blues scales the length of the neck in 5 keys. Start at 80 bpm and work your way up to 140 bpm (or more). Pages 6-10 use the same scales for runs up and down the neck. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8651 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/10 795. Running The Neck - Major Pentatonic (#16448) by Peter Risman Major pentatonic scale inversions up and down the neck for 5 different keys. Part II includes using the scales for more challenging runs. Start at 80 bpm, and work your way up to 140 bpm (or more). Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4812 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 796. Running The Neck - Major Scales (#16429) by Peter Risman Major scale inversions up and down the neck for 5 different keys. Pages 6-10 use the scales for more challenging runs. Start at 80 bpm, and work your way up to 140 bpm (or more). Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3942 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 797. Running The Neck - Minor Pentatonic (#16446) by Peter Risman Minor Pentatonic Scales, the foundation of funk bass, in 5 keys with inversions up and down the neck. Start at 80 bpm and work your way up to 140 bpm. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4408 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 798. Running The Neck - Minor Scales (#16439) by Peter Risman Minor scale inversions up and down the neck for 5 different keys. Part II includes using the scales for more challenging runs. Start at 80 bpm, and work your way up to 140 bpm (or more). Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4994 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/07 799. Sad Little Bassline (#5541) by Selina Clayton This sounds kinda sad (in two senses you might say) but its really good for getting your fingers into different positions quickly. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1224 Hits · Last Modified: 12/19/01 800. Sad Solo (#16841) by David Hopkins A cool sounding solo Theory/Reference · Expert · 836 Hits · Last Modified: 11/15/04 801. Sailor's Hornpipe (#9343) by Brian A. Smith Everybody remembers this old "Popeye" song. It's a good practice in position shifting and a great warm-up tune. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 957 Hits · Last Modified: 12/22/02 802. Sandbox Solos (#17994) by Stephen Potts This lesson shows how a pentatonic "sandbox" can be creatively employed in several solo formats, and over different progressions. Four pages and growing. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2961 Hits · Last Modified: 3/22/05 803. Sappy Fine Line (#19258) by Mike Blasutti The concept here was to play the root of the next bar as the last note of the previous and have it carry over. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 516 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/07 804. Save Money On Strings (#4909) by Christopher Nicewonger After a while you'll notice your sound starts to become crappy while playing a set of strings for a long time. Here's a trick. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5244 Hits · Last Modified: 9/29/01 805. Scale And Arpeggios (#21946) by Joey Hammonds Cool scales and stuff Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2295 Hits · Last Modified: 1/1/07 806. Scale Game (#9529) by Francois Millette Bach piece,concerto for two violon, great exercise Theory/Reference · Advanced · 835 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/03 807. Scale Minor/Major (#20717) by Kyle Smith This is something everybody should know from the start. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 807 Hits · Last Modified: 4/17/06 808. Scale Sequence Patterns (#12246) by Travis Schilling This exercise will help with the development of technique and soloing through the cycle of 4ths Theory/Reference · Beginner · 891 Hits · Last Modified: 8/25/03 809. Scale Tone 7th Chords (#212) by Michael Mchattan What is Tone 7th chords ? Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5123 Hits · Last Modified: 7/31/00 810. Scale Workout (#5233) by Jimmy Zee A look at the c major scale written in 3rds 4ths and combination 5ths and 6ths and 7ths and octaves. helps with note and string skipping Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3058 Hits · Last Modified: 6/9/02 811. Scales (#15706) by Eric Draven Scales. A must-know! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 16624 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/04 812. Scales In Triads (#11803) by Patrick McKinney There are many ways to play a scale, such as in thirds. This is another spin-off of the basic scale, using triads (arpeggios). Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1463 Hits · Last Modified: 7/10/03 813. Scales With The Octave (#13434) by Craig Baer This will help develop hand strengh and dexterity Theory/Reference · Beginner · 905 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/04 814. Scales&arppegios (#14428) by Eli Eli Scales&arppegios Theory/Reference · Beginner · 962 Hits · Last Modified: 4/9/04 815. Scales(rate it please) (#3966) by Ryan Brummet This is 2 variations the the mojor and minor scales....and somthing else..... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1070 Hits · Last Modified: 6/27/01 816. Scales/Gammes (#22313) by Francois Bellavance Many scales you can found on a bass. Plusieurs gammes que vous pouvez trouver sur la basse. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2129 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/07 817. See That Scales Are Not Fishy (#23623) by WAYNE ELLIOTT If you are COMPLETELY new to scales, this might help. See some "C" scales compared side by side. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1642 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/08 818. Sentence Periodic (#24588) by Farhad Vaziri In this software we can`t write correctly our idea but when you listen to this pattern, you can hear different feeling. you must count:123 123 12 yes 8/8 feel! Cheers! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 246 Hits · Last Modified: 5/27/10 819. Seqential Ear Training Vol.21 (#11109) by Stephen Potts Volume 21 Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7021 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 820. Sequenced 7th Arpeggios (#14883) by Adam Furay Good fingering for lining up the all 7 of the seventh arpeggios in a key Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1207 Hits · Last Modified: 7/2/04 821. Sequenced Scale In 6ths (#14941) by Adam Furay G major scale sequenced in 6ths Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 660 Hits · Last Modified: 6/4/04 822. Sequencing Scales (#14940) by Adam Furay G major Scale sequenced in 3rds Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2873 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/04 823. Sequential Ear Training Vol.10 (#11065) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . ANSWERS ON PAGE 26 Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7322 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 824. Sequential Ear Training Vol.11 (#11066) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden .ANSWERS ON PAGE 26 Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6928 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 825. Sequential Ear Training Vol.12 (#11067) by Stephen Potts Volume 12 in this series . Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS: pg 26 Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6933 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 826. Sequential Ear Training Vol.13 (#11092) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7133 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 827. Sequential Ear Training Vol.14 (#11093) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6809 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 828. Sequential Ear Training Vol.15 (#11094) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden.ANSWERS PG. 26 Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6545 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 829. Sequential Ear Training Vol.16 (#11095) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6885 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 830. Sequential Ear Training Vol.17 (#11096) by Stephen Potts Volume 17 Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS PG. 26 Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7957 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 831. Sequential Ear Training Vol.18 (#11097) by Stephen Potts Volume 18. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7986 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 832. Sequential Ear Training Vol.19 (#11102) by Stephen Potts Volume 19 Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWER ON LAST PAGE Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7075 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 833. Sequential Ear Training Vol.20 (#11103) by Stephen Potts Volume 20 in this series. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS PG 26 Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6685 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 834. Sequential Ear Training Vol.22 (#11110) by Stephen Potts Volume 22 Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5999 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 835. Sequential Ear Training Vol.23 (#11112) by Stephen Potts Volume 23 Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6684 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 836. Sequential Ear Training Vol.24 (#11113) by Stephen Potts Volume 24 in this series. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS PAGE 26 Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6663 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 837. Sequential Ear Training Vol.25 (#11115) by Stephen Potts Volume 25 Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS PAGE 26 Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5592 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 838. Sequential Ear Training Vol.26 (#11117) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7365 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 839. Sequential Ear Training Vol.28 (#11124) by Stephen Potts ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Volume 28 in this series. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6447 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 840. Sequential Ear Training Vol.29 (#11126) by Stephen Potts Volume 29. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6141 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 841. Sequential Ear Training Vol.30 (#11129) by Stephen Potts Volume 30 Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6481 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 842. Sequential Ear Training Vol.31 (#11130) by Stephen Potts Volume 31. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7106 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 843. Sequential Ear Training Vol.32 (#11136) by Stephen Potts Volume 32. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6122 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 844. Sequential Ear Training Vol.33 (#11137) by Stephen Potts Volume 33. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6520 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 845. Sequential Ear Training Vol.34 (#11139) by Stephen Potts Volume 34 in this series. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6645 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 846. Sequential Ear Training Vol.35 (#11150) by Stephen Potts Volume 35. Answers on page 26. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6310 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 847. Sequential Ear Training Vol.36 (#11151) by Stephen Potts Volume 35. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden. Answers on Page 26 . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6427 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 848. Sequential Ear Training Vol1 (#11027) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram hint is shown . ANSWERS on LAST PAGE! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 15954 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 849. Sequential Ear Training Vol2 (#11028) by Stephen Potts Volume#2. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram hint is shown. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6326 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 850. Sequential Ear Training Vol27 (#11118) by Stephen Potts NEW! ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Volume 27 in this series. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram is shown but the tab is hidden . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6396 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 851. Sequential Ear Training Vol3 (#11029) by Stephen Potts Volume #3 of Sequential Ear Training sequences. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7116 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 852. Sequential Ear Training Vol4 (#11034) by Stephen Potts The ear training series continues with volume #4. ASWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8181 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 853. Sequential Ear Training Vol5 (#11035) by Stephen Potts Volume #5 of sequential ear training exercises. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5990 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 854. Sequential Ear Training Vol6 (#11039) by Stephen Potts Volume #6. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram hint is shown. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5957 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 855. Sequential Ear Training Vol7 (#11040) by Stephen Potts Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram hint is shown .ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6483 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 856. Sequential Ear Training Vol8 (#11041) by Stephen Potts Volume 8. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram hint is shown. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6795 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 857. Sequential Ear Training Vol9 (#11042) by Stephen Potts Volume 9 in this series. Play each sequence by clicking the speaker, then try to play that sequence on your bass. The sequences get progressively harder. A diagram hint is shown. ANSWERS ON LAST PAGE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6537 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/03 858. Shane (#12875) by PJ Lepine Vvv Theory/Reference · Beginner · 961 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/03 859. Shifting And Single-String Major Scales (#22251) by Matthew Brown Learn the proper way to shift while discovering the structure of the major scales. Find out how to play G major, D major, A major and E major, and how key signatures for sharp keys are formed. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 869 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/07 860. Shreding With Penatonics (#15238) by David Cooper This is what i played at a gig once. it also has the therory of a penatonic scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1702 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/04 861. Shuffled Emajor Scale (#24154) by Gabe Mueller Sounds nice. -See inside for more details. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 443 Hits · Last Modified: 2/23/09 862. Simple Double Stops (#12280) by Michael Sarles A simple lesson on using double stops on the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5321 Hits · Last Modified: 8/27/03 863. Simple Hammer On Sweep (#20246) by Nate Ennis This is a simple sweep of the low end of the neck, great for short solos or just showing off Theory/Reference · Advanced · 880 Hits · Last Modified: 1/25/06 864. Simple Slapping (#12102) by Magallane Magallane Simple slapping Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7698 Hits · Last Modified: 8/13/03 865. Simple Warm-up (#23966) by Justin Scott Just an easy warm-up that I sometimes use. Thought it would be nice to share. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 536 Hits · Last Modified: 10/22/08 866. Single Position Major I Thru VII (#23489) by Kevin Rease Here we can play all of the diatonic arpeggios in a single position starting on the A string. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 348 Hits · Last Modified: 2/26/08 867. Single String Fretless Intonation (#56) by Ian Hunter Left handed excersises for fretless bass Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5522 Hits · Last Modified: 5/2/00 868. Single String Workout (#29) by Chris Tarry To avoid position and pattern playing, try the single string workout! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 36079 Hits · Last Modified: 4/4/00 869. Six-Note Scales (#22857) by Stephen Potts Six-Note scales, in two octaves, provide a nice playground and an almost endless number of combinations of intervals, as well as being moveable to any key. Check it out! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 607 Hits · Last Modified: 8/29/07 870. Siyahumba (#6421) by Jeff Kahn This is a South African Bass Line written for the song Siyahumba Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1915 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/02 871. Skill Builder (#10609) by Stephen Potts This exercise covers intervals of 2nds,3rds,4ths,5ths,6ths and octaves. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9403 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/03 872. Skip Note Blues (#19979) by Dee Guy If you want to spice up that 12 bar blues i've got it here. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 562 Hits · Last Modified: 12/18/05 873. Slap (#9597) by Francois Millette Just a littel exercise Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1012 Hits · Last Modified: 1/10/03 874. Slap (#9540) by Francois Millette Salp pop on one string Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1188 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/03 875. Slap #2 (#17288) by David Hopkins A funslap thing Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 630 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/04 876. Slap 101 (#17977) by Mike Pratt This is a very neat and easy slap groove to help u slap beginners Theory/Reference · Beginner · 810 Hits · Last Modified: 3/18/05 877. Slap And Fill Lesson (#9708) by Steven Sojka How to use fills in a slap groove Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3136 Hits · Last Modified: 1/20/03 878. Slap And Pop/Muted Slap And Pop (#4831) by Mark Heath Slap and Pop Techniques. The first Bass Line will start with a simple Octave Slap and Pop. The second line will introduce a very simple line that will employ a Left-Hand Muted Slap. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5426 Hits · Last Modified: 7/10/02 879. Slap Bass With Jason Stevens (#3109) by Jason Stevens Ok so so love to slap but your sick of just slapping the root and octive. you want a new way to slap well ad this trick to your bag. a Stu Hamm Slap Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3472 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/01 880. Slap De Bass Again (#18832) by Neil Poppler Slap... I think, I'm so sure but, TACO'S. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9841 Hits · Last Modified: 7/7/05 881. Slap Guide (English/Français) (#22293) by Francois Bellavance Complete guide for beginners with pictures and exercices to help learning slapping on your bass. Guide complet pour débutants pour apprendre à slapper sur votre basse avec photos et exercices. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5679 Hits · Last Modified: 3/21/07 882. Slap Happy (#14527) by Jamie Rodger Good workout for both hands, get it up to pace and your laughing Theory/Reference · Beginner · 791 Hits · Last Modified: 4/20/04 883. Slap In D (#17277) by David Hopkins A fun slap line Theory/Reference · Advanced · 915 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/04 884. Slap It Up (#4117) by Toby Webber A great little slap line that I learnt when I was first learning slap bass. Good fun to play. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1439 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/01 885. Slap Poping Exercise (#21701) by Mike Adams This a good exercise to use to practice your popping on the first three strings. Thumb the E and all other notes are popped the end is hammerons. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 663 Hits · Last Modified: 11/3/06 886. Slap, Pops And Mutes (#6893) by Lorna Moone A funky little tune using Slaps, Pops and Mutes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1556 Hits · Last Modified: 4/29/02 887. Slapitpopit (#14528) by Jamie Rodger First two hits with your thumb next with your index finger then with your middle finger Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 754 Hits · Last Modified: 6/28/04 888. Slapping (#19087) by Billy Newcomb Cool slapping riff Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1089 Hits · Last Modified: 8/1/05 889. Slapping Exercise (#15217) by Matt Edmonds This is an exercise I use to warm up my left and right hand co-ordination for slapping. It is also my first lesson. If it complicates you, please let me know so I can fix it or explain it better. Thanks Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1124 Hits · Last Modified: 6/29/04 890. Slapping Line (#7354) by Nick Odermatt Pretty cool short line to practice. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1391 Hits · Last Modified: 6/21/02 891. Slapping Line 2 (#7356) by Nick Odermatt Another easy slapping line! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1212 Hits · Last Modified: 6/21/02 892. Slash Chords (#55) by Chris Tarry Ever wonder what slash chords mean? This lesson explains them and their use. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7158 Hits · Last Modified: 5/2/00 893. Solo Insert #2 (#11018) by Stephen Potts An interesting insert for your solos . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 25037 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/03 894. Solo Insert#1 (#10630) by Stephen Potts A section of this might make a good insert in a bass solo; or just use it for an interval study. It sounds really nice on a REAL bass . Theory/Reference · Advanced · 14137 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/04 895. Solo(ish) Bass Line Using Modes (#12644) by Alfred Newman Not really great to listen to, but just an example of how modes can be used, and a good way to practise for of them Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1347 Hits · Last Modified: 10/16/03 896. Soloing Over Chords (#14959) by Adam Furay Bass solo Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1581 Hits · Last Modified: 6/3/04 897. Soloing With Triads 2: Maj II-V-Is (#28) by Kerry Galloway Triads can move very nicely through II-V progressions too.. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 52497 Hits · Last Modified: 4/14/00 898. Solosailinsea (#13577) by Damon DeLuca Play some solo's Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1264 Hits · Last Modified: 1/21/04 899. Some Good Chop Builders (#7790) by John Krauser This is a good chop building exercise, at first you should do it slowly, then build speed. It's EXTREMELY simple, but at fast speeds it can be pretty hard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1022 Hits · Last Modified: 7/30/02 900. Some Scales (#23408) by Luis Jara Some sceles Theory/Reference · Beginner · 937 Hits · Last Modified: 2/8/08 901. Somewhere (#11764) by John Farrelly Somewhere Theory/Reference · Beginner · 992 Hits · Last Modified: 7/2/03 902. Song 2 (#5586) by Rich Schenk Just another thing I was messing around with... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 917 Hits · Last Modified: 12/25/01 903. Soul That Needs Help (#18017) by Jay Lesser Need help at the end of measure 2, i am jumping up to quick, anyone please help ( i know it sounds a little like bach) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 420 Hits · Last Modified: 3/23/05 904. Sounds Good (#13902) by Alex Hadley I've not made one in a while, so I come up with this little Haunting line for you. Let me know. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 729 Hits · Last Modified: 2/24/04 905. Sounds Like A Theme Song (#9846) by Julian Stamerro Random riff i came up with Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 760 Hits · Last Modified: 2/2/03 906. SPEED (#17478) by David Hopkins A good exercise for building speed and fun of course Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 854 Hits · Last Modified: 1/24/05 907. Speed And Reach Exercises (#676) by Jeremy Wilson Exercises for your reach and speed Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2401 Hits · Last Modified: 10/12/00 908. Speed Drills (#20520) by Konrad Gorski Some speed drills Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1171 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/06 909. Speed Exercise (#10004) by Victor Starr This is a very good exercise that will get your chops up to speed quickly. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1016 Hits · Last Modified: 2/15/03 910. Speed Tapping (#972) by Pete Wankman Speed Tapping on your Bass, looks and sounds very impressive Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5961 Hits · Last Modified: 3/9/01 911. Speed Tapping With Jason Stevens (#2814) by Jason Stevens Here is a classical speed tap of mine hope you enjoy it let me know Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1218 Hits · Last Modified: 4/9/01 912. SpeedBumps (#10773) by Stephen Potts Play the lowest note of each measure with a thumb slap. (Don't get a speeding ticket). Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1693 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/03 913. Spider (#1570) by Richard Malton Good exercise to maintain finger dexterity and endurance also pre gig warm up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1686 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/01 914. Spider (#14045) by Keith Doiron This is a exercise that my bass teacher tought me. Do this and go up to about the 12th fret then come back down and go to the A string ect. ect. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2682 Hits · Last Modified: 3/8/04 915. Spider Exercise (#16122) by Nick Hawthorne This is a simple exercise to warm up allyour fingers. Great exerise to learn to keep your fingers close to the fretboard. Sounds good too! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 804 Hits · Last Modified: 9/1/04 916. Spider Exercise 2 (#14058) by Keith Doiron This is just the same as the first accept with octives and sharp fifths Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1083 Hits · Last Modified: 4/12/04 917. Spider Exercise 3 (#14063) by Keith Doiron Same as the rest Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 869 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/04 918. Spider Fingers (#12176) by Travis Schilling This is a great finger exercise. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 878 Hits · Last Modified: 8/19/03 919. Spookey (#16106) by Jason Mcwhorter The better 1 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 644 Hits · Last Modified: 8/31/04 920. Spreading Black Decay (#16300) by Don Crockett Its spreading fast, beware Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 461 Hits · Last Modified: 10/21/05 921. St.Patty (#17949) by Michael Salcone Jiggy Theory/Reference · Beginner · 406 Hits · Last Modified: 2/11/07 922. Stacked Min 3rds (#24687) by Matthew Brown Stacking interval leaps onto a scale can give interesting results. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 270 Hits · Last Modified: 12/20/10 923. Staircase (#10815) by Matthew Nash Blah blah, Hi hannah Theory/Reference · Beginner · 885 Hits · Last Modified: 4/13/03 924. Standard Boogie Beat (#3673) by Andrew Mahoney Standard Boogie Beat Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1394 Hits · Last Modified: 6/9/01 925. Standardized Fingering System (#10590) by Stephen Potts A theoretical concept for standardizing the bass guitar finger system. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4380 Hits · Last Modified: 4/1/03 926. Static Piece Of Shit (#18476) by Alex Hnatiuk The sky is falling. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 567 Hits · Last Modified: 5/25/05 927. Stillinlove (#22227) by Eddie Martinez This is an example of the usage of timing on a ballad feel type song Theory/Reference · Beginner · 614 Hits · Last Modified: 3/3/07 928. STINGER (#14362) by Chris Cook I'VE BEEN STUNG BY THIS STINGER!!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 979 Hits · Last Modified: 5/6/04 929. Strech Exercise (#19814) by David Schagerstrom Hello. This is my first lesson. In this exercise you will practise to stetch your left hand. Its only based on 1, 5, 9 and 13 notes. You must use all 4 figers, not 3, not 2. Try to make it sound good and if it hurts you should try again later. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 516 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/05 930. Strechin Exercise (#13899) by Bryce Wall A good device to warm up the left hand and strech out before you play. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 993 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/04 931. Streeeetch (#3560) by Josh Scott This is a cool song written by The Libster that serves as an excellent stretch excersize. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1164 Hits · Last Modified: 6/1/01 932. Stretching And Alternating Excersize (#9944) by Graham Johnson This lesson will teach you a cool piece while learning how to alternate between your thumb and finger and stretching your hand. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2069 Hits · Last Modified: 2/16/03 933. String Crossing (#8275) by Thor Iversen This lesson is useful for beginners who find it hard to do string crossing with their plucking hand Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1642 Hits · Last Modified: 9/14/02 934. String Crossing (#8459) by Matthew Brown Helpful with technique. These lead up to a funk line that spans more than an octave. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2211 Hits · Last Modified: 10/2/02 935. String Crossing Arpeggios (#2320) by Matthew Brown Build a funk bass line, combining arpeggios that cross all four strings. This outlines the chords nicely and gives your right hand a workout. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 17044 Hits · Last Modified: 3/5/01 936. String Skipping (#800) by Webb Pickersgill This is an excellent exercise for training your left and right hands to skip from any string to any other string. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13503 Hits · Last Modified: 10/28/00 937. String Skipping And Octaves (#20285) by Mike Berg Playing octaves less conventionally. Check pages two to four for riff ideas. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3699 Hits · Last Modified: 12/7/10 938. String Skipping And Tenths (#20270) by Mike Berg Moving out of the box by skipping strings and adding a "tenth" to arpeggios and/or riffs. The first few pages are more of an exercise, but check out the lines on pages four to six. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3400 Hits · Last Modified: 7/4/07 939. String Skipping As A Solo (#19410) by Mike Berg An idea that incorporates skipping strings to play fifth and sixth intervals. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1436 Hits · Last Modified: 9/21/07 940. String Skipping Exercise (#18592) by Brandon Ashcraft This will help you out with string skipping. a catchy little tune also! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1089 Hits · Last Modified: 6/7/05 941. String Skipping Exercise (#22084) by Diablo Of Whiskey Roxx I made this one up whilst running through some scales. When you get the hang of it, it sounds great played at speed! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 496 Hits · Last Modified: 1/29/07 942. String Skipping Exercise (#24276) by Michael Ewell Put your left hand across 4th 5th 6th and 7th frets. Keep this hand position and use your finger plucking technique.Start at a slow tempo,use alternative plucking,and have FUN! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 447 Hits · Last Modified: 5/31/09 943. String Switching exercise (#2619) by Alex Pelletier An exercise to improve string switching. *Updated* Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1101 Hits · Last Modified: 3/26/01 944. STUFF (#4317) by Steven Johnson STUF I FIND FUN!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1218 Hits · Last Modified: 7/30/01 945. Su-um Cui-que To Each His Own (#14273) by Chris Cook Eb six tone& EbAUG. ARPEGGIOS,IM ON AN ARPEGGIO KICK LATELY. S-M-O-K-I-N LICKS IF I DO SAY SO MYSELF.:') Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 757 Hits · Last Modified: 10/21/04 946. Suede (#19066) by Alex Hnatiuk Impractical, but cool. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 935 Hits · Last Modified: 7/31/05 947. Sumthing Stupid (#7076) by Felicia Thebeau This is a song that I made while I was half asleep, but hey! enjoy it anywayz! Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 1597 Hits · Last Modified: 5/19/02 948. SUNSHINE (#6741) by WAYNE BURTON JUST 1 I PLAY EVERY DAY 2 GET MY FINGERS WARM. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1089 Hits · Last Modified: 4/12/02 949. Super Epical Intro (#11128) by Marc Huber Yo Theory/Reference · Beginner · 848 Hits · Last Modified: 5/4/03 950. Surfing The Neck (#19230) by David Hopkins Another fret burner Theory/Reference · Advanced · 546 Hits · Last Modified: 10/1/05 951. SUS CHORDS MADE EASY (#21306) by Joshua Boterman Ever been confused when you see a F7SuS4 Chord? DONT ever be frustrated again!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 228 Hits · Last Modified: 8/7/06 952. Sweeping For Bass, Made Easy! (#22743) by Pat O'Shea This is a little tapping thing in a sweeping motion for bass. Some thing for you to work on, and hopefully master. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1169 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/07 953. Sweet Fill (#19983) by Dee Guy This fill can go with about any thing Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 760 Hits · Last Modified: 12/19/05 954. Sweetness (#18095) by Chelsea Hoefle HARD! Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 5614 Hits · Last Modified: 4/3/05 955. Swing Type Groove (#3955) by Micah Kaplan This is just a catchy variation of a line i play with my band usually done more with a latin emphasis. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1271 Hits · Last Modified: 6/29/01 956. Symmetrical Dimentish Scale (#3627) by Zach Seifts This is a little solo with some meaning Theory/Reference · Expert · 1458 Hits · Last Modified: 6/6/01 957. Symmetry (#13991) by David Ogden I tried to reverse some of my runs in the last part of the riff Theory/Reference · Beginner · 783 Hits · Last Modified: 3/5/04 958. Syncope (#1901) by Paolo Serra There's an example of syncope on the third beat in the first three measures Theory/Reference · Beginner · 954 Hits · Last Modified: 1/30/01 959. Syncope2 (#1902) by Paolo Serra There is a syncope on the 2nd beat Theory/Reference · Beginner · 940 Hits · Last Modified: 1/30/01 960. Synthetic Scales (#21734) by Cody Noone Some synthetic Scales Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 847 Hits · Last Modified: 11/10/06 961. T's Quick Warm-Up Lesson (#1275) by Ta'Neashia Morrell This is just a warm-up lesson to get your fingers moving. I suggest you use a metronome to practice with. Start off with the metronome on 60 - this helps you to "get into the groove." Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1382 Hits · Last Modified: 12/14/00 962. Table Of Note To Chord Relationships (#10897) by Stephen Potts This table simplifies note to chord relationships . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1928 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/03 963. Take Care Of Your Fingertips (#8950) by Nuno Henriques The best way to finish with those blisters and splits in the skin of your fingers Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2441 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/02 964. Tap Line (#7228) by Steven Sojka Just a tap line Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1124 Hits · Last Modified: 6/6/02 965. Tap Out (#21099) by Chad Gin Must tap Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 650 Hits · Last Modified: 6/20/06 966. Tapping (#23480) by Luis Jara Litle tapping guide Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1022 Hits · Last Modified: 2/28/08 967. Tapping #1 (#17276) by David Hopkins A good tapping piece Theory/Reference · Advanced · 535 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/04 968. Tapping #3 (#17329) by David Hopkins Another tapping song Theory/Reference · Expert · 1325 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/05 969. Tapping Excercice (#5647) by Anthony Church Easy to learn, nice to listen to! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2190 Hits · Last Modified: 1/2/02 970. Tapping Exercices (#16290) by Matheus Ferreira Exercises for those who want to improve the skill of 2-hand-tapping and add some more fingers to their current technique. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3992 Hits · Last Modified: 9/6/05 971. Tapping Exercises (#20518) by David Hopkins A couple of lines to help your tapping speed and accuracy Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1672 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/06 972. Tapping Line (#17452) by Sean Bowes This isnt a hard line at all. I learned it from my bass teacher. have fun and play with it. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 751 Hits · Last Modified: 1/20/05 973. Tapping On The G String (#16995) by Jamie Wilson Some little tapping exercise that resolves itself Theory/Reference · Advanced · 537 Hits · Last Modified: 12/4/04 974. Tapping Over 4 Strings (#14813) by Jamie Rodger Tap over 4 strings using a simple major chord progression Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 887 Hits · Last Modified: 6/12/04 975. Tapping Pleasure (#824) by William Landin An example to hear suspended chords and to stretch the right hand. Start way slow to make the 16ths even and articulate. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1236 Hits · Last Modified: 10/30/00 976. Tapping Scales From The Ground Up (#788) by William Landin Play a one octave c minor scale with your left hand only;(2nd finger 8th fret E string). Then only with your right hand (2nd finger)starting on the 15th fret A string. Combine them up and down and then counter. Two words: King Crimson Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1149 Hits · Last Modified: 10/27/00 977. Tapping Some Latin-Style Jazz (#19122) by Brad Hoffman This is a little jazzy riff I've been groovin on for a while. Try to play the chords normally, but tap the unreachable notes on the E string with your right hand and the higher notes with your left. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 906 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/05 978. Tapping-1 (#5723) by Dante Galli Just a good exercise to improve your tapping tecnique.It's all played on the G string so pay attention only to play each note clear, and to move fast your left hand. Enjoy! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1637 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/02 979. Tapping-2 (#5962) by Dante Galli Just a good tapping bass-line, in the Angra-style...enjoy! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1160 Hits · Last Modified: 1/29/02 980. TB Solo And Lead In (#20007) by Alex Hnatiuk Solo from a while back, plus a reasonable lead-in. I usually run this at 200, but 160 is a good speed for learning (Go as slowly as you need to, though. ) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 943 Hits · Last Modified: 12/21/05 981. Tendonitis Avoidance (#3704) by Ricky Patrick This is a warm-up exercise I saw on a John Patitucci video. I think it was adapted from a guitar exercise but it does the trick...and does it well. It's a good way to get your hands warmed and loosened! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1301 Hits · Last Modified: 6/11/01 982. Tetrachords 101 (#14682) by Damon McNeill Introduction to Tetra-chords for bass players. Play any mode anywhere on the fretboard with a minimum of memorization! The secret is tetra-chords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5205 Hits · Last Modified: 5/9/04 983. The 5 Position System (#9357) by Robert Stragnell A series of scalar shapes that allow you to play in the proper key anywhere on the neck. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5058 Hits · Last Modified: 12/23/02 984. The Altered Scale (#3601) by Alex Hayes A nice little scale that works as a substitute for a lydian b5th scale, great for coloring your walking lines. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1205 Hits · Last Modified: 6/13/01 985. The Annoying Bass Song (#17170) by Trey Drewett Ahh, yes, The Annoying Bass Song. Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 5656 Hits · Last Modified: 12/22/04 986. The Antioch Song (#12148) by John Farrelly This is a work in progress, it's the chord progression / bass line for a song my friends and I are workin on for a retreat. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2119 Hits · Last Modified: 8/16/03 987. The Art Of Being Influenced (#2370) by Steve Rosenka This is a quick note on How to be Influenced. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5245 Hits · Last Modified: 5/1/01 988. The Art Of Simplicity (#411) by John Crosley To show beginners as well as advanced players that less is more Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3599 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/00 989. The Augmented Triad (#16431) by Dylan Woodman This is a chord that many people shy away from, I will show you how to incorperate it in this lesson. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 782 Hits · Last Modified: 10/1/04 990. The Basics Of Finger Substitution (#21324) by Jon Hermansen Interesting idea: good thing to pass on Theory/Reference · Beginner · 393 Hits · Last Modified: 8/13/06 991. The Basics Of Music Theory (#5218) by Joseph Puglia For those who really need a place to start with music theory, and aren't satisfied with the other lessons. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 47001 Hits · Last Modified: 11/15/01 992. The Basics Of Soloing (#20066) by Hrvoje Grubisic An intro to bass soloing, classic finger-style. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5807 Hits · Last Modified: 11/3/07 993. The Blues Note (#7599) by Matt Sedqon Tired Of Damned predictable pentatonic scales? Seven note scales not to your liking? Dont settle for crap, Arm yourself with THE BLUES NOTE! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2928 Hits · Last Modified: 7/17/02 994. The CHROMATIC Scale (#1383) by Ron Thornton This scale by definition is a musical scale that progresses by half steps. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2367 Hits · Last Modified: 2/28/01 995. The Chromatic Scale (#19098) by Kenn Smith The Chromatic scale is an excellent way to warm up or train your fingers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1600 Hits · Last Modified: 8/2/05 996. The Circles (#17368) by David Hopkins The circles of fifths and fourths for major and minor keys Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1108 Hits · Last Modified: 1/9/05 997. The Devil's Interval (#4361) by Markus Beem This is used to describe playing notes which result in a clashing dissonant sound. It is made by playing the interval of the Aug. 4th off the tonic. It is also called a Tritone: An interval of 6 half steps. Ref. Sabbath's song Symptom of the Universe. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1608 Hits · Last Modified: 8/1/01 998. The Fretboard (#17380) by David Hopkins Scales and the fretboard Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2664 Hits · Last Modified: 1/11/05 999. The Fretboard #2 (#17383) by David Hopkins This contains the minor scales and the fretboard diagrams Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3320 Hits · Last Modified: 1/11/05 1000. The Ghost Note (#17585) by Louise Defritz What is a ghost note? and how to play one. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 818 Hits · Last Modified: 2/4/05 1001. The Half Diminished Scale (#5635) by Freeman Levinrad The uses of the half diminished scale in jazz. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2379 Hits · Last Modified: 1/2/02 1002. The Importance Of Space (#19425) by Mike Berg Sometimes "less is more." Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6742 Hits · Last Modified: 11/13/10 1003. The Importance Of Space- Part 2 (#21470) by Mike Berg Comparing the feel of lines when rests are changed. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1861 Hits · Last Modified: 9/19/08 1004. The Intermediate Guide To Soloing (#23086) by Hrvoje Grubisic A guide to the anatomy of a decent solo. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2612 Hits · Last Modified: 11/3/07 1005. The Key Of G Major (#23435) by Josh Cross The basic scale, chords, and some exercises. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1295 Hits · Last Modified: 2/14/08 1006. ThE L00P Exercise (#21558) by Bren Cross Pentatonic Minor cRaZiNEESs!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 789 Hits · Last Modified: 10/10/06 1007. The Major Scale (#19159) by Garth Fisher The Basic Major Scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 615 Hits · Last Modified: 8/27/05 1008. The Minor Scale (#19334) by Garth Fisher The minor scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 626 Hits · Last Modified: 8/27/05 1009. The Phrygian Zone (#3579) by George Yanez Jam out using the Phrygian mode. It sounds cool. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2377 Hits · Last Modified: 7/9/03 1010. The Seven Modes (#14924) by Adam Furay The seven modes, arranged diatonically Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 820 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/04 1011. The Song For Shibby (#3008) by Zach Seifts This is the song i just wrote for you Theory/Reference · Beginner · 807 Hits · Last Modified: 4/20/01 1012. The Spanish Gypsy Scale (#20879) by Mike Twieg One of my favorites--Definitely worth using. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1736 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/06 1013. The Spider (#21802) by Kevin Joseph KEEP THOSE FINGERS DOWN! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 486 Hits · Last Modified: 11/24/06 1014. The Spider (#15374) by Eric Draven This is a simple exercise for "Finger for Fret". it's called spider because of the finger moving... like some spider's legs. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 865 Hits · Last Modified: 7/9/04 1015. The Spider No. 2 (#21132) by Steffen Knauss Great for warm up and everyday practice. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 485 Hits · Last Modified: 6/28/06 1016. The Spider No1 - Right Hand Technique (#21131) by Steffen Knauss Great warm up excercise and a must for your every day wake up routine. Start slow and don't panic :-) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 581 Hits · Last Modified: 6/28/06 1017. The Theory Of Chord Progressions (#20890) by Robert Ridgeway During the development of diatonic harmony, rules were established to govern the movement of chords in a progression. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 765 Hits · Last Modified: 5/12/06 1018. The V Penatonic Scale (#5720) by Scott Jones This article is about the Major Pentatonic scale built off of the 5th degree of a Major Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2654 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/02 1019. The Virtuoso Bassist Part #1 (#17998) by David Hopkins These are lessons and exercises for piano transposed for bass written by C.L. HANON Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1404 Hits · Last Modified: 3/22/05 1020. The Wooten Approach (open-hammer-pluck) (#5012) by Morgan Holt 2 examples of victor-esque open-hammer-plucking and double plucking. Theory/Reference · Expert · 10111 Hits · Last Modified: 11/10/01 1021. Theme: Little Drummer Boy For Two Basses (#23160) by Jon Hermansen Well, if this stuff is already being heard on the radio, why not; let me have the season to interpret the songs as well; so let us get a head start on the cumbersome commercialism that is about to be at hand: Theory/Reference · Beginner · 572 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/07 1022. Theory Made EASY (#21275) by Joshua Boterman Ever been confused on the basics of the modes? Here is your way to understanding it better!!!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 727 Hits · Last Modified: 7/27/06 1023. Theory Of Blue Notes (#20581) by Christian McGuire Musical Elements of the Blues I define blue notes as an ambiguous pitch that spans a rough interval of a whole step. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 690 Hits · Last Modified: 3/16/06 1024. Theory: Hand And Nail Care For Everyone (#12768) by Monique Bernard We might not think about it, but nail care can be essential with bass playing. Check this out. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1272 Hits · Last Modified: 12/2/03 1025. Thin Hope (#22258) by Simon Flim H Theory/Reference · Beginner · 402 Hits · Last Modified: 3/13/07 1026. This And That (#16331) by Jason Keeven Im jsut playing wiht 2 diffrent basses Theory/Reference · Beginner · 576 Hits · Last Modified: 9/23/04 1027. This Is A Haunt (#20622) by Alex Hnatiuk Work in progress, pretty fun to play. Simple stuff but it sets a good backing. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 688 Hits · Last Modified: 3/26/06 1028. This Is Funk Fusion (#21086) by Rob Fish The Basic principles from my "This is Funk" & "This is Funk 2" lessons Mixed into one line!! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2485 Hits · Last Modified: 6/17/06 1029. This Is My Classical Lesson (#7132) by Dario Fernandez This is the first lesson than i learned when i was 15 years old...well now i'm 20 years old...i think that i'm better than that time. un beso para ti mi dulce josefina. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4048 Hits · Last Modified: 5/27/02 1030. Three Days Before Independence (#11763) by John Farrelly Get it, cause i made it three days before junly 4th Theory/Reference · Beginner · 781 Hits · Last Modified: 7/2/03 1031. Thumb Exercise (#9840) by Bryan Bump Here is a little groove I came up with to work on thumb speed. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 989 Hits · Last Modified: 2/1/03 1032. Thumb On The E String For Easy Bass Line (#4959) by WIlliam Henry By using your thumb on the E string, you can create some easy and fun bass riffs that work well, regardless of the style of music you choose to play. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1781 Hits · Last Modified: 10/5/01 1033. Thumpty Dumpty (#17649) by Michael Doty Gettin ready for work. :p Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 697 Hits · Last Modified: 2/11/05 1034. Time & Space (#1779) by Jim Keller, IV Sometimes we're asked to lay down a 1-bar figure & play it ad nauseum; here's a "technique" to try & maybe spice things up a little... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5142 Hits · Last Modified: 7/21/06 1035. TIME DEVOURS ALL THINGS (#14296) by Chris Cook THIS IS A NEW 1 TO ME THIS SOLO IS IN KEY OF F GET THIS ITS SCALES ARE TODI THETA,YES I SAID TODI THETA,NEVER HEARD OF THIS,SOUNDS KOOL!!!!PLAYED LIVE WITH HARMONIZER DELAY SOUNDS INCRDIBLE LIVE Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 831 Hits · Last Modified: 5/11/04 1036. Time Displacement Study (#11895) by Michael Cooper The same motif is repeated and added to to create a propulsive effect. This gives the illusion of development but draws upon a very small amount of compositional resources. It uses odd time phrasing that adds up to 4 bars of four. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 840 Hits · Last Modified: 7/20/03 1037. Timing Exercise For Duplets And Triplets (#12793) by Patrick Pfeiffer An exercise to get you compfortable with quarter notes, 8th notes, 8th note triplets, 16th notes, 16th note triplets, and 32nd notes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2219 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/03 1038. Tips On Practising (#12663) by Alfred Newman A lot of these musicless lessons are just pretensious bull to bump up community ratings. i hope this will be more useful, if not please tell me. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1247 Hits · Last Modified: 10/16/03 1039. To Arpeggiate Or Not To Arpeggiate? (#23514) by Robert Stepanek That is the question... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 648 Hits · Last Modified: 3/4/08 1040. Toying With Phrygian (#19834) by Damon Hudac I decided one night to come up with a melody based on the phrygian mode. Hopefully I can develop this into a complete work. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 595 Hits · Last Modified: 11/22/05 1041. Track 6 (#15376) by Eric Draven A little groove found in a theory book. Good for exercising in slap. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 892 Hits · Last Modified: 7/9/04 1042. Track1/revised (#17272) by Michael Doty Funkishy r0cky :0 Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 858 Hits · Last Modified: 2/8/05 1043. Track2 (#17838) by Michael Doty Messin w/ the line builder :) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 736 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/05 1044. Track3 (#17871) by Michael Doty More soon... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 706 Hits · Last Modified: 3/4/05 1045. Track4 (#17884) by Michael Doty The line builder is a great tool for learning note values. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 793 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/05 1046. Training For Left Hand (#5068) by Alex Drucker Play this till it will be very fast Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1745 Hits · Last Modified: 10/19/01 1047. Triad Twister (#2902) by Jason Stevens This workout explores triads in position to develope finger independence and your ears. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1232 Hits · Last Modified: 4/14/01 1048. Triadic Encirclement (#12388) by Travis Schilling Great for building a BE-BOP sound. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 814 Hits · Last Modified: 9/10/03 1049. Triads And Inversions (#67) by Ian Hunter Go back to Laurence Mollerup's excersises on triads first!!!! This lesson deals with triads and their inversions. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 21363 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/00 1050. Triads Around The Cycle Of 4ths (#23107) by Matthew Brown Closed position triads in second position. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 455 Hits · Last Modified: 11/3/07 1051. Triangle (#12088) by David Drysdale A nice little exercise I use for warming up and for practicing using all of my fingers on my left hand. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 867 Hits · Last Modified: 8/9/03 1052. Triangle? That Is This? (#13034) by Alexei Langley Could someone please tell me which song this is?! I've been trying to find out for about 5 years and nobody knows! I heard it in school, my teacher called it the 'Triangle Song' but I can't find it anywhere... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 872 Hits · Last Modified: 11/29/03 1053. Tribute To The Evil Betty (#16254) by Trey Drewett A stupid test to see how the linebuilder works. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 769 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/04 1054. Triplets (#18953) by Sebastian Beer Just want to illustrate how most Iron Maiden songs do not have triplets in the bassline. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1393 Hits · Last Modified: 7/18/05 1055. Triplets (#3419) by Steve Rosenka This lesson introduces triplets to our toolbox Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5350 Hits · Last Modified: 5/21/01 1056. Triplets Ahoy (#17336) by Geoffrey Harding Give your rock 'n' roll basslines a funky edge by playing triplets instead of eighth-notes. It's a great practice for prog-rock and hard-rock bass playing. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 999 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/05 1057. Triplets And Duplets (#7293) by Jacob Chandler Simple introduction and explanation to Triplets and Douplets-subdivision by 3's and subdivision by 2's Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2706 Hits · Last Modified: 6/13/02 1058. Triplets R Us (#2060) by Josh Scott This is a study on 16th note triplets when seperated by 8th notes and in succession one after the other. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1214 Hits · Last Modified: 2/10/01 1059. Tripwiire (#22401) by Mike Higgins U know we rock Theory/Reference · Beginner · 764 Hits · Last Modified: 4/18/07 1060. Tripy (#12567) by Blayne Ferrell Tripy Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1073 Hits · Last Modified: 10/5/03 1061. Tritone Subs (#30) by Chris Tarry Here is a great lesson on the mystery of tritone substitutions. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10146 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/00 1062. Tritone Substitution Intro (#19593) by Gabe Fizer A brief intro to the idea of tritone substitution in studying ii-V-i's and rhythm changes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4293 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/05 1063. Tu3 (#24272) by Jacob Ludlam Rgadrgsadfgsdfg Theory/Reference · Beginner · 474 Hits · Last Modified: 6/11/09 1064. Tuning For Mood (#6305) by Timothy Lyons Song sound too happy? Read this to find out to make it sadder, or vice versa. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1486 Hits · Last Modified: 3/4/02 1065. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star (#21337) by Mike Trainor Turn any song into something that sounds bigger and more complex using arpeggios. Also create complex finger exercises that sound really cool. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1266 Hits · Last Modified: 9/18/07 1066. Two Handed Melodic (#5856) by Gustavo Menezes Arpegios in two handed tap! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2101 Hits · Last Modified: 2/4/02 1067. Two Handed Tapping Enviromental Music (#8823) by Ramon Antúnez Two Hand Tapping for creating Enviromental Music, Good For Warm up , Messing Around , ETC... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1320 Hits · Last Modified: 11/7/02 1068. Two Hands Tapping (#5854) by Gustavo Menezes Playing IV interval - two handed Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1422 Hits · Last Modified: 1/20/02 1069. Two Octive Run (#8378) by Victor Alonso I am sure that someone has put this run up before but I have been asked about it a few times when playing. So here it is. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1130 Hits · Last Modified: 9/23/02 1070. Two-Octave Major Scale Shapes (#20358) by Joel Nelson Introduces several two-octave major scale shapes and teaches a method for creating your own scale shapes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1400 Hits · Last Modified: 2/11/06 1071. Understanding Scales (#4641) by Robert Hubbard Looking at greek names can be intimidating but scales are easy when viewed the right way. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 27091 Hits · Last Modified: 8/28/01 1072. Up And Down The Modes (#9532) by Michael Hooks Exercises to practice moving from mode to mode in the Major scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5391 Hits · Last Modified: 2/7/03 1073. Up The Neck (#19149) by Jesse Moffat Just a little scale up the neck in E. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 630 Hits · Last Modified: 8/8/05 1074. Update To Soul (#18029) by Jay Lesser I think this is better but still needs help guys Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 465 Hits · Last Modified: 3/24/05 1075. Upper Structures for 8-note scales (#37) by Laurence Mollerup A fun way of working with the 8-note Dominant, or Whole step/Half step scale. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 35905 Hits · Last Modified: 4/20/00 1076. Upper Tensions (#14690) by Travis Schilling Exercise that incorporates 9ths, 11ths, and 13ths into a 7th chord arpeggio Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1072 Hits · Last Modified: 5/11/04 1077. Use Harmonic Minor To Create Tension (#19563) by Thomas Sciple Use the harmonic minor scale to create tension on the Vb9b13 chord when playing over a ii-V-I progression. If the progression resolves to a C major chord, use c-harmonic minor for tension on the V chord. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 905 Hits · Last Modified: 9/30/05 1078. Useless Junk (#20384) by Steven Johnson Doesn't title say it all. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 452 Hits · Last Modified: 10/27/06 1079. Using 3 Fingers For The Right Hand (#20418) by Teodorescu Dan Hi. This exercise is inspired from Billy Sheehan fingerpicking style. The ideea is always to keep the same fingering pattern for the right hand that is A M I, A M I, and so on. keep it even when you cross the strings. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 862 Hits · Last Modified: 2/21/06 1080. Using Bass To Create Melodies (#8011) by Thomas Baldwin Learn how to create melodies using your ear and tablature. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1243 Hits · Last Modified: 8/15/02 1081. Using Easy Octaves (#10526) by Michael Sarles This is a little lesson in using the root, fifth and octave of a root note. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1358 Hits · Last Modified: 3/27/03 1082. Using Harmonic Minor In Solos (#2384) by Matthew Brown Applying harmonic minor scales to jazz solos adds an interesting flavor because of their unusual leaps. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6943 Hits · Last Modified: 3/9/01 1083. Using Open Strings For Awkward Leaps (#9595) by Matthew Brown Using open strings can make what's otherwise impossible possible. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1934 Hits · Last Modified: 1/10/03 1084. Using Paired Arpeggios In Solos (#6539) by Matthew Brown Pairing arpeggios and alternating them within an improvised solo allows the soloist to create harmonic interest and introduce unusual intervals. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4496 Hits · Last Modified: 1/16/03 1085. Using Pentatonics As Upper Extensions (#1954) by Matthew Brown Using pentatonics as upper extensions of chords adds color to solos in many genres. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 10336 Hits · Last Modified: 11/15/01 1086. Variated G Major Blues Arpeggio (#7372) by Brian Perry The rhythm can be played to any tempo. Just something i though was interesting one night. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 930 Hits · Last Modified: 6/23/02 1087. Variation On A C-Scale (#18193) by Richard Eischen A fun way to practice the C-Scale!<p>Designed with the Beginner in mind, but even an Intermediate player could benefit from it. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 736 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/05 1088. Variation On Lesson 10969 (#10976) by Stephen Potts A moveable Variation on lesson 10969. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1151 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/03 1089. Virtual Harmony (#12982) by Jason Crook Simple melodic walking line providing its own bass line. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1808 Hits · Last Modified: 11/25/03 1090. Vix #1 (#4355) by Victor Stiles It sounds cool Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 1814 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/01 1091. Vix #2 (#4362) by Victor Stiles Another line,loop foever Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1337 Hits · Last Modified: 8/21/01 1092. Walking Bass For F Blues (#15377) by Eric Draven Easy line for those who are getting started with jazzy-things like "Walking Bass" Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1439 Hits · Last Modified: 8/6/04 1093. Walking Blues (#7751) by Mark Lautizar