Walking bass: It’s not just for jazz
This technique works in all kinds of musical scenarios
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Welcome to The Essence of Groove. Here you’ll find a collection of free 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
Learning bass later in life? Don’t try to learn everything at once.
The fastest way to improve is to go slowly, no matter how old you are
Read MoreWhich 10 songs would you like to learn on the bass?
Here’s an approach that will make them MUCH easier to play
Read MoreIf I had to learn bass all over again, here’s how I would do it
Be sure to ask the right questions and strive for the right goals
Read MorePlaying bass is more than just roots and fifths
Knowing the song and understanding what’s behind the notes will take you much further
Read MoreAre you being too hard on yourself?
“Anybody can pick up an instrument. I don’t care how old you are.”
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