Feeling tired or pain when you play the bass? Sit down.
It’ll give you one less thing to worry about
Read MoreFREE BASS LESSONS
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 a short-scale bass?
It may make your bass playing less painful and more enjoyable
Read MoreHow to learn songs on the bass
There are only so many chords. Learn to predict which one’s next
Read MoreHow important is traditional technique when it comes to learning bass?
Sometimes you have to ignore old school thinking
Read MoreHow old is too old to start learning bass?
There’s plenty of joy and fulfillment to be had with the bass, regardless of your age
Read MoreDoes it hurt to play the bass? Here’s what the pros do.
“Hey, it doesn’t hurt when I do that. Far out!”
Read MoreLearning bass (without the body of a Greek god)
Heavy on results, easy on the muscles and bones
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