Are You Good Enough to Play That Bass Gig?
Jon Liebman September 28, 2026 Don’t let self-doubt make the decision for you
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In this section you’ll find a collection of bass lessons filled with groove-focused insights, practical tips, and essential concepts every bass player should know. A lot of these lessons were inspired by the questions and challenges I hear most often from students and players around the world.
I hope you dig in, explore, and find something that helps you connect more deeply with the groove. Your comments and feedback are always welcome!
— Jon
Should You (try to) Make a Great Bass Line Better?
Jon Liebman September 21, 2026 When should you stick to the original bass line—and when should you make it your own?
Read MoreDoes Every Band Need a Bass Player?
Jon Liebman September 14, 2026 What the Doors can teach us about the importance of a bass player
Read MoreWho Says the Bass Player Always Has to Play the Root?
Jon Liebman September 7, 2026 When playing something other than the root can actually make the music better
Read MoreMy Favorite Paul McCartney Bassline — Simplified
Jon Liebman August 31, 2026 How to make a great bassline easier without losing the groove
Read MoreThe Night I Saw The Beatles
Jon Liebman August 24, 2026 What I remember about that night at age 6
Read MoreStuck in the High Register?
Jon Liebman August 17, 2026 Get Down Fast from the “Illegal” Part of the Bass
Read MoreEvery Song Matters
Jon LiebmanAugust 10, 2026 The mindset of true musicianship Early in my career, I learned a lesson that has stayed with me ever since: No…
Read MoreA Bass Groove Lesson from Bootsy Collins
Jon LiebmanAugust 3, 2026 What makes a bass line feel solid? Sometimes the answer isn’t playing more notes—it’s knowing where to place them. In this…
Read MoreDo Your Hands Hurt When You Play Bass?
Here’s an option that may help you keep playing comfortably
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