Learning bass shouldn’t feel like doing homework
“All the theory and the modes… when you do that stuff, make it fun!”
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Jon’s Blog
With hundreds of exclusive interviews on this site from all kinds of bass players, there’s something to learn from every one of them. These blog posts reflect my “takeaways” from these interviews, as each one offers inspiration to make us better individuals, better musicians, and — of course — better bass players. Your comments are always welcome!
Learn bass like you have nothing to prove – because you don’t
Skip the “going pro” step and go straight for the fun
Read MoreLearning bass means making the music feel good
Nobody else is going to be able to save the music
Read MoreWant to learn bass? Go straight to the source
Here’s how studying the groove pioneers will make you a better player
Read MoreLearn bass like a farmer
“It’s better to do a little every day than to try to do it all at once”
Read MoreYou’ve already got what it takes to learn bass
“The notes will come, but if you’ve got the feel, you’re halfway there”
Read MoreLearning to groove on the bass is just the beginning
You need to be able to sustain that groove indefinitely. Here’s how.
Read MoreLearn bass efficiently with economy of motion
Is there a better way to play that? (I bet there is!)
Read MoreHow hard should you be working in order to learn bass?
Are the things you’re working on aligned with your goals?
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