Bass Messages by Bobby Keyes
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
37 Hits ·
3/22/2004 5:27 PM
Pain is a sign of a problem. STOP playing until you find out what causes it, and then correct it. Physical pain can lead to serious problems. What you *really* mean is that to get better you have to overcome MENTAL pain.
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
54 Hits ·
3/12/2004 3:59 PM
I am 50. I have played stringed instruments for 35 years, including the violin and viola. But BASS was and always will be my only true love.
Learn and use a good technique. Always warm up, and don't overdo it. You might last 35 years, too.
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
38 Hits ·
3/12/2004 3:51 PM
STOP PLAYING IMMEDIATELY.
I went through a very serious episode of "Trigger Finger" last summer that almost required surgery. I cannot play bass as much as an hour now without the appearance of pain (in my 50 year old fingers that don't respond...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
211 Hits ·
11/14/2003 12:43 PM
Too much of a good thing, ie, playing the bass, can be bad for you! I have been stricken with 'trigger finger' from playing the bass too much and too long. A shot of cortizone cleared up the pain, but my left hand is basically out of commission ...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
For Sale/WTB Forum ·
94 Hits ·
7/5/2003 9:38 AM
I have to sell my Warwick Corvette Standard 5 string fretless due to a serious hand injury. This is a brand new instrument that I played less than 5 hours total. Guitar Center lists the bass at $1395. I an asking only $1049 for it. I have it lis...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
For Sale/WTB Forum ·
77 Hits ·
6/20/2003 3:37 PM
DAMMIT.
I wish I didn't have to do this, BUT.....
WARWICK CORVETTE STANDARD FIVE STRING FRETLESS FOR SALE ---- BRAND NEW ---- GREAT PRICE! $1199 plus Shipping
I bought this bass at Guitar center in February brand spanking new. It sounds grea...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Building/Repair Forum ·
69 Hits ·
5/13/2003 9:46 AM
I advise reading the manufacturers instructions on strings. Follow the designe parameters.
For a RIC, they suggested cutting the strings a two inches longer, and thne wrapping the two inches around the tuning peg. It looks nice when you finish...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
106 Hits ·
5/12/2003 2:11 PM
Your objective is unrealistic. All you can possibly do is become the best bassitst that YOU can be. Stop trying to compare yourself to everyone else in the world. You will never be happy doing anything that way.
The Zen Master has spoken and i...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
42 Hits ·
4/29/2003 10:43 AM
I will give it a rest for a week more. If my fingers are still sore, then I suppose a shot is necessary.
TATTOOS: I have THREE tattoos... and the needle never bothered me at all!
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
34 Hits ·
4/28/2003 3:00 PM
The Doc gave me some Vioxx, and so far the pills are doing zilcho. I still wake up with stiff fingers, especially the left index finger. Funny, though: when I play they aren't stiff anymore! doc said to check back if the pills don't work, and I ...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
125 Hits ·
4/25/2003 11:57 AM
Can I say GOOD loud enough? I have had pain and stiffness in my left hand fingers since November. In spite of everything, the pain persisted. Finally, I went to the doctor. The verdict is tendonitis and not arthritis. Unfortunately, this means t...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Open Forum ·
38 Hits ·
4/16/2003 11:08 AM
A wise man breaks all of these "rules". He remins happy and well cared for by his woman. ;)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Open Forum ·
38 Hits ·
4/15/2003 9:42 AM
Learn to play some recognizable tunes like "Happy Birthday", "The Star Spangled Banner", or some Beatles melodies. Melodies in general are a fine thing to learn. A very easy song is "What do we do with a Drunken Sailor?" When someone asks you to...(more)
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
22 Hits ·
4/14/2003 10:55 AM
Whether or not you have a teacher, the desire to play well must be intrinsic. The desire to play well will seek all that is necessary to do so. Zen it. Will it. Do it. Enjoy it.
Keep the Beat. Stay in Tune. Never Quit.
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
20 Hits ·
4/11/2003 2:53 PM
Lessons from a competent teacher are a good investment. Not only do they teach you a good technique, but they also provide feedback which speeds up progress.
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Instructional Forum ·
30 Hits ·
4/11/2003 2:41 PM
Check out my Lesson #8775 "Auto-Pilot Playing". The idea is to be consistent and, of course, PRACTICE SMARTLY.
Keep the Beat. Stay in Tune. Never Quit.
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Miscellaneous Forum ·
16 Hits ·
4/8/2003 9:07 PM
How old are you? I am 48, and this feeling you descirbe still happens to me, too. Enjoy it lasts. Like the tide, it comes and goes. Hate to tell you that.
Go play your bass-- it loves you, too.
Keep the beat. Stay in tune. Never quit.
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Miscellaneous Forum ·
22 Hits ·
4/8/2003 9:03 PM
Another thing: booze has calories... and I *watch my figure*, and SHE appreciates it. Know wut ah mean, Vern??!!
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Miscellaneous Forum ·
34 Hits ·
4/8/2003 3:59 PM
I have too many alcoholic relatives ruin my day. Also, a clear head 24/7 saves brain cells. Reality is *good*. Bass is better!
Keep the beat. Stay in tune. Never quit.
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Bobby Keyes (945)
Miscellaneous Forum ·
20 Hits ·
4/8/2003 2:00 PM
I do not drink, so I can't understand it either.
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