Where Would The Guitar Gods Be Without The Bass Players?
Often viewed as “behind-the-scenes support staff,” our presence is vital
Read MoreThe Essence of Groove – Free Bass Lessons
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
How In Tune is Your “In Tune” Bass?
If the bass is out of tune, the whole band’s out of tune!
Read MoreHow Fancy Does Your Bass Rig Need To Be?
Thoughts on what it really takes to get the job done
Read MoreHow Bass Players Are Shaping the Future of Music
Being true to ourselves, while paying homage to the past
Read MoreHow (And Why) Do We Label Music?
“Man, if you have to ask what it is, you’ll never know” – Louis Armstrong
Read MoreWhat Can We Learn From Our Students?
The “newness” that’s spawned when the teacher becomes the student December 6, 2018 When trying to learn something new, like, say, the bass, it’s always…
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