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!
Turning noise into music
What’s the best path for learning bass – or any instrument? By Jon Liebman Week of May 31, 2021 I remember taking violin lessons in…
Read MoreBass grooving versus the stuff that’ll get you fired
Be flashy if you’ve gotta… but be careful!
Read MoreLearning bass doesn’t have to be uncomfortable
There’s more than one way to get where you want to go
Read MoreWhat if there was no bass?
Would we be noticed more in our absence than we are in our presence?
Read MoreDefying the odds with desire and determination
You can only work with what you’ve got. So figure it out!
Read MoreWant to learn bass? Rock star, schmock star. Just do it!
How well are you connecting with the music that really turns you on?
Read MoreOnly a bass player can sound like a bass player
“It’s not mind-boggling science or anything,” but…
Read MoreAre the “rules” of learning bass getting you down?
Stop thinking so much, and just have fun!
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