You Trained the Wrong Coordination. Here’s What to Do Instead.
I spent years getting better at playing when I could see my hands. Turns out I was solving the wrong problem entirely. I was working on transcribing a Jimmy Herring guitar solo. Playing along,…
Stop Learning Scales as a Whole — Break Them Apart
A simple shift in how you approach scales can completely change how fast you internalize them… and how…
The Triad Approach to Bass Improvisation: How One Simple Shape Frees Your Playing
When I first started exploring jazz harmony on the bass, I did what everyone else did—spent hours running…
Tonic Gravity: How to Play Any Note and Still Sound Good
When I sit down with my bass these days, I’m relearning something that feels both simple and freeing: lines…
Make Your Bass Solos Melodic (Stop Sounding Like Scales)
I know which scales fit which chords. But for the longest time, my solos still sounded like I was just running…
Breaking Old Habits on the Bass: New Ways to Land on the Tonic
There’s a comfort in landing on the tonic the same way every time. It’s reliable. It’s safe. It works. For me,…
Modes in Music: What Are They & When Should You Use Them?
At its core, modes in music are variations of a scale, with a different tonal center. So, while the notes may be…
How to Use the Circle of Fifths: A Practical Guide for Self-Taught Players
Many self-taught musicians — bassists especially — have heard other players mention the circle of fifths for…
What Are Arpeggios? And How To Use Them In Your Bass Fills
Today, we’ll delve into the topic of arpeggios and specifically how you can use them to level up your bass…
Enharmonic Notes on Bass Guitar: Same Fret, Two Names
You’re on a gig. The chart says G♭. You scan the neck and your brain goes blank — because you’ve…
Best Way To Practice Scales Musically On Bass Guitar
Want to know how to practice scales on the bass guitar and what’s the best way? In this bass lesson, I’ll show…