Feeling tired or pain when you play the bass? Sit down.
It’ll give you one less thing to worry about
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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!
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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