Why Is the Chapman Stick Considered A Bass?
Somehow, it’s a bigger deal for bass players than guitar players
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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!
Will singing along with your bass lines make you a better player?
Learning bass in a way that brings out human, soulful qualities
Read MoreWhat Would You Ask John Entwistle?
How to prepare for unexpected bass-learning opportunities
Read MoreThe “Next Big Thing” in the Evolution of the Bass
What will the new generation of bass makers come up with?
Read MoreDisdain and snobbery toward the electric bass?
Living in a world with those “closed-minded purists”
Read MoreAt the end of the day, the bass is a supportive instrument…
…but that doesn’t mean it always has to be in the background
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