Bass
Electric Bass Lesson: An Introduction to Slapping
Since its inception in the 1970s, slap bass and its signature sound have become essential to the aesthetic of a variety of genres ranging from rock to funk, jazz, R&B, country, soul, and more.
“Electric Bass with Stu Hamm” is Now Open!
We are absolutely ecstatic to announce that our newest course, “Electric Bass with Stu Hamm,” is officially here! As of 12 pm PT, the course is officially live and open to all students.
Bluegrass Guitar Lesson: Walking Bass Runs
Truly excellent bluegrass guitar players can exercise choice when playing the role of both the melodic lead and supporting rhythmic instrument. What do we mean by choice? In this case, we’re referring to a player’s ability to apply a variety of different techniques to craft a dynamic performance and retain the interest of the listener. Concerning rhythm guitar playing specifically, it is particularly important to be able to utilize an array of embellishment methods to accomplish this goal, such as walking bass lines, alternating bass techniques, strumming variations, and more.
Pre-Sale VIP Memberships for “Electric Bass with Stu Hamm” Now Available!
We’re excited to announce that pre-sale VIP memberships are now available for our newest course, “Electric Bass with Stu Hamm.” While the course officially launches in May, joining early grants you access to a handful of amazing perks and exclusives leading up to the launch, including:
New Course: Announcing “Electric Bass with Stu Hamm”
We are excited to announce our newest course coming May 2022, “Electric Bass with Stu Hamm.”
Let’s talk about getting comfortable with the Bass!
Hey hey folks!
I hope you are well! Just wanted to check in and say hi and to talk just a wee bit about how important it is to be comfortable as we stand next to and hold the bass. Go ahead and take a minute or more and evaluate your bass/body relationship and make sure you feel in control and it doesn't feel awkward. Use a mirror to check how it looks and tune in to how you feel. This is a great thing for beginners AND experienced players alike.
Also, wanted to let you know that I'm playing another LiveSteam show with my bluegrass band, Allegheny, this Thursday, Dec 16th 7pm CDT- just tune in to my FB page where I'll be sharing it or to The Nashville Tunestream fb page https://www.facebook.com/nashvilletunestream
Join me, Tristan Scroggins, Ellie Hakanson, Ben Garnett and special guest on banjo, Ned Luberecki!
Cheers, Missy
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Electric Bass Lesson: Note Length with Nathan East
When learning to play a new instrument for the first time, it’s often easy to focus solely on performing the notes of a piece or tune correctly. However, there is more to great musical performance than just note accuracy and execution. Dynamics, variation in tone, and note length are critical, particularly on the electric bass guitar, and can drastically alter the feel and emotive quality of a song.
Electric Bass Lesson: Note Length with Nathan East
When learning to play a new instrument for the first time, it’s often easy to focus solely on performing the notes of a piece or tune correctly. However, there is more to great musical performance than just note accuracy and execution. Dynamics, variation in tone, and note length are critical, particularly on the electric bass guitar, and can drastically alter the feel and emotive quality of a song.
Acoustic Bluegrass Bass Lesson: Finding Your Playing Position with Missy Raines
The acoustic upright bass, or double bass, is a large instrument, and its sheer size alone can be daunting for players approaching the instrument for the first time. Unlike the mandolin, fiddle, banjo, acoustic guitar, or any of the other instruments that make up a bluegrass ensemble, the upright bass not only requires an understanding of how to hold the instrument in order to play it but also how to position the instrument around or against your body.
Acoustic Bluegrass Bass Lesson: Finding Your Playing Position with Missy Raines
The acoustic upright bass, or double bass, is a large instrument, and its sheer size alone can be daunting for players approaching the instrument for the first time. Unlike the mandolin, fiddle, banjo, acoustic guitar, or any of the other instruments that make up a bluegrass ensemble, the upright bass not only requires an understanding of how to hold the instrument in order to play it but also how to position the instrument around or against your body.