Bass Lessons by Stephen Potts

1. Sequential Ear Training Vol1 (#11027) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   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 · 16877 Hits · 5.00/5 (7 ratings) · Last modified: 5/6/2003
   
2. Midnight Alone(A Bass Solo) (#11043) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   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 · 2021 Hits · 5.00/5 (4 ratings) · Last modified: 5/1/2003
   
3. SpeedBumps (#10773) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   Play the lowest note of each measure with a thumb slap. (Don't get a speeding ticket).
   Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1770 Hits · 5.00/5 (4 ratings) · Last modified: 4/28/2003
   
4. Red Hot Warm-up (#10960) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   This warm-up starts slow and ends in flames .
   Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1802 Hits · 5.00/5 (3 ratings) · Last modified: 4/28/2003
   
5. Sequential Ear Training Vol.11 (#11066) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   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 · 7123 Hits · 5.00/5 (2 ratings) · Last modified: 5/6/2003
   
6. Sequential Ear Training Vol2 (#11028) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   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 · 6517 Hits · 5.00/5 (2 ratings) · Last modified: 5/6/2003
   
7. DoubleTriads-Major (#10591) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   An easy fingering for shifting between double triads.
   Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3490 Hits · 5.00/5 (2 ratings) · Last modified: 4/6/2003
   
8. Sequential Ear Training Vol.31 (#11130) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   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 · 7215 Hits · 5.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 5/6/2003
   
9. Duet For Bassists (#13960) by Stephen Potts (14309)
   This is the second duet in a series of lessons for two bassists. Each part is a standalone solo that sounds well when played together with the other duet part. Includes accompaniment track.
   Rock/Pop · Beginner · 6236 Hits · 5.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 3/3/2004
   
10. Progressions (#10666) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    Contains 840 practice progressions with bassline examples and fingerings .
    Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5977 Hits · 5.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 4/5/2003
    
11. Harmony Magic (#11063) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    Read this thoroughly and a bold new door will open to you regarding bassline harmony.
    Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2724 Hits · 5.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 5/7/2003
    
12. Table Of Note To Chord Relationships (#10897) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    This table simplifies note to chord relationships .
    Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1961 Hits · 5.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 4/28/2003
    
13. PlayAlong#1 (#11044) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    Playalong for 8 measures, then take an 8 bar solo with the drummer.(Easy ballad)
    Theory/Reference · Beginner · 972 Hits · 5.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 5/1/2003
    
14. Planing (#22963) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    Learn how planing (pronounced: plane - ing), can improve your speed and your solos. New page added.
    Theory/Reference · Beginner · 917 Hits · 5.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 9/26/2007
    
15. Interval Exercise#2 (#10626) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    This exercise emphasizes intervals and string crossing techniques in a moveable pattern, playable in any key.
    Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 865 Hits · 5.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 4/1/2003
    
16. Beginner Fundamental Finger Movements (#14052) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    This may be one of the most fundamental bass lessons a beginning student should learn. It covers the primary finger movements. Three new pages!
    Basics · Beginner · 5486 Hits · 4.88/5 (8 ratings) · Last modified: 3/9/2004
    
17. Funtastica (#10822) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    A fun 8-bar finger exercise.
    Basics · Beginner · 5094 Hits · 4.86/5 (7 ratings) · Last modified: 4/28/2003
    
18. RhythmTwister#2 (#10570) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    More rhythmic variation studies.
    Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2976 Hits · 4.86/5 (7 ratings) · Last modified: 4/6/2003
    
19. A Walk In The Dark (#11172) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    A walking bassline related to the Harmony Magic lesson. Exclamation points removed
    Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2724 Hits · 4.86/5 (7 ratings) · Last modified: 7/12/2003
    
20. Finger Warm-ups (#11850) by Stephen Potts (14309)
    This lesson will present a series of carefully crafted finger warm-ups, that increase coordination and stamina. Expect regular updates.
    Basics · Beginner · 4493 Hits · 4.83/5 (6 ratings) · Last modified: 7/14/2003