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Learn how to play the bass guitar. In this easy-to-follow course, guitar virtuoso Jared Meeker starts off with the basics; learn how to tune and hold your bass, familiarize yourself with the parts of the instrument, and get acquainted with tablature. As you progress through the course, Jared introduces you to different rhythms and keys, eventually moving on to more advanced concepts such as playing from chord sheets or tackling rock and roll licks from different eras.

Note: This course was created and produced by Alfred Music. We are honored to host this training in our library.

Topics include

    Buying a bass
    Tuning your bass
    Holding your bass
    Left-hand technique
    Getting acquainted with music and tablature
    Notes on the first three strings
    The natural minor scale
    Sharps and naturals
    Key signatures and the major scale
    Ties and quarter notes
    Rock bass and heavy metal licks with syncopation
    Playing chords
    Playing licks from the 1950s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s

nJoy!