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Melodic Minor Modes
An introduction to the Melodic Minor Modes.
Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 72347 Hits · 4.60/5 (55 ratings) · Last modified: 5/20/2000
 
A Beginners Guide to the Aminor Scale
Here's a good lesson to get you started at playing a minor scale.
Basics · Beginner · 51320 Hits · 4.58/5 (216 ratings) · Last modified: 3/30/2000
 
Feeling Tense About Tensions?
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 · 35877 Hits · 4.53/5 (49 ratings) · Last modified: 11/18/2000
 
Approach Tones
Ever wonder how to create your own walking bass lines? This lesson demonstrates the basic concept.
Basics · Intermediate · 148839 Hits · 4.53/5 (415 ratings) · Last modified: 4/30/2000
 
Pattitucci and V7 Chords
Check out how John alters 7th chords!
Jazz · Expert · 6325 Hits · 4.38/5 (24 ratings) · Last modified: 3/28/2000
 
Jamerson 16th's
Get better at feeling those 16th note phrases by studying one of the greats!
Funk/R&B · Intermediate · 31102 Hits · 4.36/5 (87 ratings) · Last modified: 4/3/2000
 
Flat 7 Your Way To Basic Funk
Ever wonder how to create a good basic funk line. Well step into the funk room and let's explore the secret of one of the funkiest notes of all...the b7
Funk/R&B · Beginner · 267219 Hits · 4.24/5 (479 ratings) · Last modified: 5/14/2000
 
Getting Started with the CMajor Scale
Here is a lesson on one of the most popular scales in music.
Basics · Beginner · 371238 Hits · 4.22/5 (543 ratings) · Last modified: 4/1/2000
 
Giant Steps DeMystified
Here is a little insight into breaking down one of the hardest jazz standards
Jazz · Advanced · 68236 Hits · 4.20/5 (87 ratings) · Last modified: 3/28/2000
 
Tritone Subs
Here is a great lesson on the mystery of tritone substitutions.
Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10343 Hits · 4.19/5 (27 ratings) · Last modified: 4/30/2000
 
And Finally, Jaco 16th's
From Rocco to Jaco, the 16th's started to dance!
Funk/R&B · Advanced · 27378 Hits · 4.15/5 (89 ratings) · Last modified: 4/3/2000
 
And Then Came More 16th's
From Jamerson's influence came more 16th note inspired grooves. Roco Prestia from Tower of Power led the way in the early 70's
Funk/R&B · Intermediate · 17371 Hits · 4.00/5 (30 ratings) · Last modified: 4/3/2000
 
More than just bass players
When expanding your soloing ideas, transcribe more than just bass players.
Jazz · Advanced · 27421 Hits · 3.99/5 (71 ratings) · Last modified: 3/28/2000
 
Finger-Per-Fret
Here is a good one for basic left hand technique.
Basics · Beginner · 298499 Hits · 3.98/5 (549 ratings) · Last modified: 4/1/2000
 
Single String Workout
To avoid position and pattern playing, try the single string workout!
Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 36446 Hits · 3.89/5 (45 ratings) · Last modified: 4/4/2000
 
Basic Reading Tricks
A couple of tricks to get ya reading.
Basics · Beginner · 168711 Hits · 3.51/5 (629 ratings) · Last modified: 7/6/2000
 
Deep Thoughts
Stuck in a rut? Here are some deep thoughts and observations by Chris Tarry
Other · Intermediate · 24435 Hits · 4.59/5 (87 ratings) · Last modified: 4/3/2000
 
Anatomy Of The Bass
The headstock is connected to the neck joint, the neck joint is connected to the....
Basics · Beginner · 12874 Hits · 4.39/5 (75 ratings) · Last modified: 9/21/2000
 
Slash Chords
Ever wonder what slash chords mean? This lesson explains them and their use.
Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7216 Hits · 4.23/5 (22 ratings) · Last modified: 5/2/2000
 
A Beginners Guide to Tuning
Need to know how to tune your bass?
Basics · Beginner · 403657 Hits · 4.20/5 (1118 ratings) · Last modified: 10/20/2001
 
Visualizing Shapes
How to look at various shapes on the fingerboard.
Basics · Beginner · 77612 Hits · 4.00/5 (128 ratings) · Last modified: 5/1/2000
 
Bass Chords Made Easy
Here is an easy way to start playing chords on the bass.
Basics · Beginner · 39773 Hits · 3.74/5 (77 ratings) · Last modified: 8/8/2000
 
The Invisible String
Here is a little gem to help you with your right hand technique.
Basics · Beginner · 92197 Hits · 3.72/5 (257 ratings) · Last modified: 4/3/2000
 
Walking On Electric Bass
A few small pointers for electric players looking to improve their walking feel.
Jazz · Beginner · 68917 Hits · 3.57/5 (270 ratings) · Last modified: 5/15/2000