Drop 2 Chords (My Favorite Jazz Chord Voicing For The Bass)
Chords on bass? Yep—it’s a thing. And not just for show. More and more modern bassists are using chords to add…
What Are Pentatonic Scales? And How To Use Them In Solos
Only five notes. Yet, the possibilities are endless. I’m talking about Pentatonic scales. These five-note scales…
How To Use Triad Pairs To Create Movement In Your Solos
Sometimes you come across a concept that changes the way you think about your instrument, how you approach…
Beginner Bass Chords – Complete Guide for 4-string Bass Guitar
It’s not your job to play chords on the bass. But, that doesn’t mean that you can’t use bass chords…
12 Essential Jazz Scales & How To Connect Them
There are many ways to improvise over chords. One way to do it is to use scales. In this article, I’ll show you…
Dexterity Finger Exercises For Bass Guitar (Beginners)
Today, we’re going to venture into a realm where numbers and notes collide. If you like geeky stuff, this…
Learn The Notes On Your Fretboard! (For Beginner Bass Players)
I’ve been teaching the bass for more than a decade. And, I’ve found that many of my new students, even though…