It’s not what most people think

By Jon Liebman
October 3, 2024

What exactly does it mean when someone says they’re a “jazz” player?

For a bass player, does it mean they specialize in walking bass lines, syncopated hits, and improvised soloing?

Maybe. But there’s a lot more that seldom gets mentioned.

In my experience, people who are trained in jazz are able to play pretty much any style. A “jazz” player wouldn’t bat an eye or break a sweat if they were asked to play a rock groove, a pop feel, reggae, bluegrass…

In this week’s video, I share a few stories… and make a few points. Check it out and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway. I’d like to know your reaction.

Let’s play bass!

Jon