Fiddlers Philharmonic: Cello & Bass (Paperback) Review

Fiddle music isn't just for country bumpkins. It's just one more style that provides variety. Each song provides an historical background, the melody, and a trio - suitable for all abilities...and fun to play!

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At last the excitement of traditional folk fiddling can be experienced by your entire string orchestra! Written by two renowned educators, this fun and motivating collection of 16 cross-cultural fiddle tunes is presented in a unique format that makes it perfect for players of any level or age. Each tune includes a solo version, followed by a 3-part "arrangement" for group performance. Chord symbols, for improvisation additional instruments (guitar, mandolin, etc.) are also included.

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The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology - Baritone/Bass Book Only (Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology (Accompaniment Tapes)) [Paperback] Review

Hi!

I got this book from Amazon.com a few weeks ago and it is great.

It includes songs from classic Broadway shows -familiar shows and others not very known- and more recent plays, such as Spamalot, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Wicked and Urinetown.

The print format is very spacey and the songs are quite accurate. Occasionally I've found little differences between the recorded tracks I own and whats written in the book, but I'm talking about one-two notes top.

The book includes and introduction clearing a lot of things, which is worth reading, and an appendix about all the shows included with usefull information (authors, directors, number of performances, premiere dates, as well as a context paragraph with the show's story line, so you can know what the songs included are about).

I love this book. And I will keep on buying this series.

Two things I want to clear that were a bit confusing for me when I bought it:

1. This book is just the sheet music. It does not include any CD or audio tape.

2. The list of songs is the one mentioned in the first reviews listed. I know there's a review for another book with the same song list, but those are the songs for this book. (This was hughely confusing for me when I first bought this).

Just in case, I'm re-copying the list of the song included in this volume (Singer's Musical Theater Anthology, Volume 4, Mezzo-Soprano/belter, Blue Cover), so no one else gets confused.

AIDA: The past is another land

I know the truth
ANNIE GET YOUR GUN: I got lost in his arms
ASPECTS OF LOVE: Anything buy Lonely
AVENUE Q: There's a fine, fine line
THE BEAUTIFUL GAME: Our kind of love
BELLS ARE RINGING: I'm going back
THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS: Hard Candy Christmas
THE BOY FROM OZ: Don't cry out loud
CHESS: Heaven help my heart
CHICAGO: Nowadays

Roxie
A CHORUS LINE: The Music and the Mirror
ELEGIES FOR ANGELS, PUNKS, AND RAGING QUEENS: Angels, Punks and Raging Queens
FOLLIES: I'm still here
THE FULL MONTY: Life with Harold
GRAND HOTEL: I want to go to Hollywood
GREASE: There are worse things I could do
HAIRSPRAY: I can hear the bells

Miss Baltimore Crabs
I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE: I will be loved tonight
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR: I don't know how to love him
THE LAST FIVE YEARS: Still hurting

See I'm Smiling
THE LION KING: Shadowland
SPAMALOT: Whatever happened to my part?
THE PRODUCERS: When you got it, flaunt it
SONGS FOR NEW WORLD: Just one step
A STAR IS BORN: The man that got away
THOROUGHLY MODERN Millie: Gimme gimme
WICKED: Popular

I'm not that girl

The wizard and I
THE WILD PARTY: Look at me now

How did we come to this?
WISH YOU WERE HERE: Shopping around
WONDERFUL TOWN: One hundred easy ways
(Show titles are in CAPITAL LETTERS and songs follow).
Best of luck!

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The Second Book of Solos - Part II: Baritone/Bass Book/2 CDs Pack (Vocal Collection) (Paperback) Review

This book will be given as a Christmas gift to my daughter who is a vocal teacher.

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More great classical material for progressing vocal students, from the leading American expert in teaching the young voice. The series started with The First Book of Solos, and then, at the same difficulty level, came The First Book of Solos - Part II. The Second Book of Solos, originally released in 1993, is for singers who have taken voice a little longer and are capable of more challenges, but is still decidedly student-level material, and music that can be sung by good high school students. The new The Second Book of Solos - Part II set is at exactly the same level as The Second Book of Solos. It shares the same features: a deliberate variety of music in different styles and languages, including a few sacred selections, with over 30 songs per book. Available as books only, or in packs with two CDs of piano accompaniments recorded by Laura Ward.

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Mozart Arias for Baritone/Bass: The Vocal Library (Vocal Collection) [Paperback] Review

This book contains ALL of the baritone arias from 'Le Nozze di Figaro' and favorites from the other DaPonte collaborations and 'Die Zauberflote'. Excellent Mozart repertoire for baritones!

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Ten lyric arias with recorded accompaniments (Robert L. Larsen, pianist). Edited by Robert L. Larsen and Richard Walters. With historical notes, plot synopses, and translations (by Martha Gerhart) for study. Contents: Aprite Un Po' Quegli * Deh, Vieni Alla Finestra * Der Vogelfanger Bin Ich Ja * Donne Mie La Fate a Tanti * Ein Madchen Oder Weibchen * Fin Ch'han Dal Vino * Hai Gia Vinta La Causa * Non Piu Andrai * Non Siate Ritrosi * Se Vuol Ballare.

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The Second Book of Solos - Part II: Baritone/Bass (Vocal Collection) (Paperback) Review

This book will be given as a Christmas gift to my daughter who is a vocal teacher.

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More great classical material for progressing vocal students, from the leading American expert in teaching the young voice. The series started with The First Book of Solos, and then, at the same difficulty level, came The First Book of Solos - Part II. The Second Book of Solos, originally released in 1993, is for singers who have taken voice a little longer and are capable of more challenges, but is still decidedly student-level material, and music that can be sung by good high school students. The new The Second Book of Solos - Part II set is at exactly the same level as The Second Book of Solos. It shares the same features: a deliberate variety of music in different styles and languages, including a few sacred selections, with over 30 songs per book. Available as books only, or in packs with two CDs of piano accompaniments recorded by Laura Ward.

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Bass Drum Techniques For Today's Drummer: Unburying The Beater Review

Many, perhaps most "self-taught" kit drummers tend to "learn" to play the bass drum by burying the beater into the head when in the resting position.This is an entirely effective, but not very flexible technique. There are very very few instructional DVDs that deal with bass drum techniques.The techniques Mr. Ritter proposes are well described, effective, and provide a lot more flexibility and technical capacity that the simple "burying the beater" approach.The DVD is professional produced with excellent video and sound quality.Matt is organized and presents his points clearly with a fair amount of repitition.The content is quite good and HIGHLY recommended for those starting or re-learning bass drum techniques.Minor (really picky) critiques are that the production is a bit lengthy. There are only about 20 minutes of real "meaty" info; expanded to an hour or so on the DVD.The geometry, physics, and biomechanical explanations of things are often incorrect, BUT the techniques work as described.I couldn't rate this DVD as high as JoJo Mayer's DVD (another must have), but I would consider this an extremely valuable instructional DVD for beginner to intermediate or even "early" advanced players.

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This DVD is the world's first comprehensive guide to mastering the art of playing the bass drum. Matt Ritter is one of New York City's most in-demand drumset teachers. His students have included eager children, adult hobbyists, working professional musici

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G. Schirmer American Aria Anthology: Baritone/Bass (Vocal Collection) [Paperback] Review

How exciting to have an anthology of American Arias.The information about the composers, operas and arias is very helpful for context and program notes.It is also a wonderful way for singers to introduce themselves to this outstanding body of literature.

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This landmark series, the first multi-volume aria anthology devoted entirely to the topic, collects compelling, useful, singer-friendly excerpts from the best of a distinctly American musical tradition. Plot notes and basic information about each opera are included. Opera composers such as Samuel Barber, William Bolcom, Douglas Moore, Virgil Thomson and Kurt Weill are represented. The operas of Gian Carlo Menotti are particularly present, with 26 arias from nine operas in the series. Additionally, attractive, performable arias are included from important works such as Regina, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Ghosts of Versailles, The Great Gatsby, and Little Women. Stephen Sondheim graciously agreed to make new aria editions of two pieces from Sweeney Todd ("The Contest" in the Tenor volume and "Epiphany" in the Baritone/Bass volume) for this series. A majority of the music in the four volumes has never before been available outside the vocal scores; a significant number of the arias were especially adapted for this edition. Some arias in the series have never been in print at all before now. Many arias are appropriate for college student singers.

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Beginning Bass Guitar 2 [VHS] Review

This vid eo was very well done. It was very comprehensiv and easy to follow. I think it is a must by for all biggining bass players

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Beginning Bass Volume Two graduates to the intermediate level, further building a stronger foundation in playing bass. It is taught by Larry Antonino, who has performed with Jeff Beck, Chaka Khan, The Jazz Crusaders, and others.

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Beginning Bass Guitar 1 [VHS] Review

You can find very easy to learn about this instrument because the lessons are very simple to follow and very clear.This video is useful for peoplewho don't know anything about music speacially with the easy examples.Themanual is also useful, clear and easy to use it.Maybe the video couldwill be better if they have showed letters, text or something like that atthe same time of lessons, on the screen.The video in general terms isclear, the sound is excellent and the person who play the bass guitarreally know about it.Sure you have to get this if you want to play thisinstrument also because the price it's not expensive and it's worth.

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This Starter Series video is a must for any aspiring bass player! Parts of the bass are described in detail, as well as how to tune, how to play with fingers or with a pick, right- and left-hand positioning, bass lines (from root to 5th) to walking bass l

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The New Imperial Edition: Accompaniment CDs Bass Songs (Paperback) Review

Boosey & Hawkes has put together New Imperial Editions of standard classical vocal repetoire.These are just the CDs, but the books are also available separately.You can even adjust the tempo on the CDs to match your practice speed.The soprano set includes Grieg's 'Solveig's Song,' Mendelssohn's 'Infelice,' and Schumann's 'Der Nussbaum.'Perfect for singers who are having a hard time finding an accompanist.

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These collections of 30 songs each, released over 50 years ago, have been a mainstay of classical vocal study. There is a different song list for each voice type. Now accompaniment CDs are available that match each book. Special CD-ROM features are added to the audio CD which allow the tempo on the accompaniments to be adjusted without changing the pitch, or also, allow transposition.

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The 16-Bar Theatre Audition: 100 Songs Excerpted for Succesful Auditions (Vocal Collection-Baritone/Bass) (Paperback) Review

This is a great audition resource, as it not only has the songs already broken down into audition-ready length, but it also includes a wide variety. There are pieces from shows old and contemporary. And although some of the music goes a bit over 16 bars, this is generally nto a big deal. It's maybe two-four bars over. Directors are typically more concerned with your voice than PRECISE bar count. These selections keep it close, though.

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Most large audition calls for musical theatre, both professionally and in larger school situations, specify that those auditioning bring in a "16 bar" excerpt. The professionals in musical theatre often complain that singers don't know how to construct an appropriate 16 bar audition, either in choosing a song or in editing an excerpt. With this new series, that problem is solved forever! Editor Michael Dansicker, a composer/producer/music director, is a seasoned musical theatre veteran, with 100 Broadway credits. He brings his expertise and broad knowledge of the literature to this series. Each excerpt has been given a thoughtful, graceful and effective form. No more illegible scribblings for the poor audition accompanist! An enormous variety of literature is represented, from old standards to movie songs to the latest Broadway and Off-Broadway material. With 100 songs per volume, any singing actor, whatever his or her talents and strong suits, will have many choices. In the preface, the editor gives valuable pointers on the nature of a good audition and some factors in choosing songs.

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Jaco Pastorius -- Modern Electric Bass (DVD with Overpack) Review

This instructional book gives many exercises from Jaco himself. It has a cd that comes with it that helps out. It covers harmonics (has a chart) and ways to improve your left hand speed, precision, and clarity. The book itself is clear enough that you can use it to teach yourself. Though the book goes with the video (of the same name) so it's good to get both. Also, on the cd is a jam session with jaco and an interview. All in all it's a great value and no jaco collection is complete without it.

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The late master demonstrates the techniques that made him the most influential electric bassist of all time. Jaco explains his right- and left-hand technique, harmonics, finger exercises and more. Includes several solos as well as performances. DVD special features include Jaco's biography, additional artist video clips, and additional video tips.

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The Second Book Of Baritone/Bass Solos Review

While the Cds are very useful I neede the accompaning book.The order material did not make it clear these were only the CDs.I had to purchase the book so I had the music.

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Step up to the next level with more student repertoire, continuing from The First Book of Solos and The First Book of Solos - Part II. The more than 30 songs in each book require a little more vocal range and musical sophistication, but are still decidedl

Songs: Annie Laurie : Mattinata : Les Roses D'ispahan(faure) : I Will Sing New Songs : When I Was A Lad : Der Lindenbaum(schubert) : Si, Tra I Ceppi (handel) : Lord, God Of Abraham(elijah) : Le Charme (chausson) : Arise,ye Subterranean Winds : Come, Ye Blessed (scott) : Piu Vaga E Vezzosetta : Salvation Belongeth Unto The Lord : Nature's Adoration : Die Hirten : Die Post : The Island : Memory : Let Each Gallant Heart : Since From My Dear : Like The Shadow : Frozen Tears (gefror'ne Trsnen) : The Vagabond : Child Of The Flowing Tide : Love Is A Bable : Der Wanderer : Ah! Willow : More Sweet Is That Name : Arm, Arm, Ye Brave, (handel) : The Policeman's Song : Plaisir D'amour

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Arban's Complete Conservatory Method for Trumpet (Cornet) or Eb Alto, Bb Tenor, Baritone, Euphonium and Bb Bass in Treble Clef (Paperback) Review

I am a trumpet player of 23 years experience, and the Arban book is the "bible" for every trumpet player.It's focus is on "disciplined" music, and can give you a good baseline for movinginto improv.Many clinic and all-state tryout pieces came out of this booktried by time.It would take years to master its total contents.I wasplaying "new" pieces out of it last night!It will also helpkeep you from buying dozens of etude books.The book is very methodicalwith each section introduced in several languages.There is no player whowon't be challenged by it's content.It will carry you from middle schoolthrough college and waaaaaaaaay beyond.Looking for some of it'sinspiration?Check out Wynton Marsalis' "Carnival" CD on Amazon!

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A PILLAR AMONG TRUMPET METHOD BOOKS, The Carl Fischer Authentic Edition ArbanÂ's Complete Conservatory Method for Trumpet has long set the standard for trumpet pedagogy books.
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Patterns for Jazz : Bass Clef [Paperback] Review

Jerry's book is excellent for jazz instrumentalists. It logically guides the player through patterns and sequences that form the constructs of jazz improvisations. Although explanations and discographies are interspersed through-out, this book is meant to be played, rather than read in an armchair.It starts off with major and minor triads, 6th, 7th and 9th patterns and gradually advances to complex patterns based on whole tone, diminished, altered ninth, augmented, polychords, turn-arounds, chromatics and more.The patterns flow in whole steps, 3rds, cycles, etc. Each pattern gives a suggested range for the metronome and the player must transpose the patterns to all twelve keys before moving on to the next pattern. The transposing really challenges the player, because after displaying the pattern in 1 or 2 keys, the player must transpose to the other keys (the appropriate chord symbol is always provided). If the player is willing to take his/her time and go through the book as designed, his/her virtuosity, technique and improvisational freedom will increase gradually and significantly to a very high degree. Highly recommended.

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Patterns for Jazz stands as a monument among jazz educational materials. Condensed charts and pertinent explanations are conveniently inserted throughout the book to give greater clarity to the application of more than 400 patterns built on chords and scales -- from simple (major) to complex (lydian augmented scales).

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Chuck Rainey (2007) Review

Great stuff.Nobody plays like Chuck, and he does a fantastic job of breaking down his style.

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Chuck Rainey is a name synonymous with excellence in bass playing. He has played with such legends as Steely Dan, Sam Cooke, Paul Simon, King Curtis, The Coasters, Jackie Wilson, Aretha Franklin, Roberta Flack, and many more. This is your chance to study with one of the most important bassists of our time. Chuck has put together the ultimate lesson covering topics such as thumb-slap technique, development of lines and right-hand speed, chord theory and shapes, octave exercises, walking bass lines, R&B, funk and country styles, slap and pop, working with the drummer, and much more!You'll never miss a note! You'll see the music and the tablature on screen as it's being played * All right- and left-hand techniques are shown in close-up and with helpful split-screen effects to make learning easy * Slow-motion segments with standard pitch sound * Artist biography * Selected discography * Suggested listening * 20-page booklet with music examples included.

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Accent on Achievement, Book 2 [Student Edition] (Paperback) Review

This book is not specified as a book for trumpets. Unless the image is enlarged, you can't tell.Had to return it for another because I was looking for a book about clarinets.

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Accent on Achievement is a revolutionary, best-selling band method that will excite and stimulate your students through full-color pages and the most complete collection of classics and world music in any band method.The comprehensive review cycle in books 1 & 2 will ensure that students remember what they learn and progress quickly.Also included are rhythm and rest exercises, chorales, scale exercises, and 11 full band arrangements among the first two books.Book 3 includes progressive technical, rhythmic studies and chorales in all 12 major and minor keys.Also included are lip slur exercises for increasing brass instrument range and flexibility. Accent on Achievement meets and exceeds the USA National Standards for music education, grades five through eight.

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Jerry Jemmott - Blues and Rhythm & Blues Bass Technique (Bass Builders) [Paperback] Review

Ok... at first it looks like a book full of classic blues lines and patterns. But after a while you find out it challenges you to build your own blues lines using JJ's basic techniques for creating tension over the song (lead-in, pick ups, hassitations etc...)

It also stresses on the importance of timing, which is crucial for succeeding to play the harder basslines that are included in the middle and at the end of the book. I studied on this one for months to really understand the basics of it. Great fun for the bassfanatics!!!!!

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Jerry Jemmott wrote the book on R&B bass, and here it is! This book/CD pack examines JerryÕs personal philosophy of music and teaches the secrets to mastering blues, soul and funk bass. Includes a CD with new compositions that demonstrate the techniques he used with legendary performers such as Aretha Franklin, King Curtis, B.B. King and Freddie King. Includes note-for-note transcriptions, comprehensive perfor-mance notes, an in-depth bio, and rare photos.

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KISS -- Bass Anthology Series: Authentic Bass TAB (Kiss Bass Anthology) (Sheet music) Review

Great songbook could have a few more songs in it, but still a great buy.
These are getting harder to find.


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These 26 classic hits from KISS are transcribed for bass guitar with all of Gene Simmons' monstrous bass lines. Includes: Black Diamond
* C'mon and Love Me
* Calling Dr. Love
* Cold Gin
* Detroit Rock City
* Deuce
* Hard Luck Woman
* Heaven's on Fire
* Hotter Than Hell
* I Love It Loud
* Lick It Up
* Love Gun
* Parasite
* Rock and Roll All Nite
* She
* Shout It Out Loud
* Strutter
* Tears Are Falling.

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Metallica - Bass Legendary Licks 1983-1988 DVD DVD Review

En realidad no esta nada mal el dvd ...pero a parte que solo toca las partes masimportantes de cada cancion en cuanto a rapidez y versatilidad , yo esperaba las pistas para yo poder tocar las canciones con lo ya aprendido...aparte..solo toca algunas partes de cada cancion no toda...buen dvd....pero falto pistas, canciones completas y sobre todo un poco mas de afinidad en el sonido...en algunas canciones el bajo se confunde con los otros instrumentos....

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Learn the trademark bass lines behind one of the most influential metal bands of all time. Each bass line is played up to speed, then broken down note by note, then played at a slow tempo. An in-depth analysis of eight songs

Songs: Leper Messiah : Damage, Inc. : Battery : Welcome Home (sanitarium) : Blackened : Master Of Puppets : Seek & Destroy : Fade To Black

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Hal Leonard Bass Method Book 3 (Hal Leonard Electric Bass Method) [Paperback] Review

This book is an excellent choice for the beginning bass student
or anyone who wants to brush up on their playing.The book has
excellent tracks in many different popular styles of music.They
are entertaining,very fun to play along with,and there are many playing tips to help you along.All in all,this book is
well written,organized,& logical in progression.You could teach
yourself with this method! Don't confuse this book with the 1st
Edition Bass Method reviews currently listed.The 2nd Editon was
released earlier this year 2004. You won't have to worry about
instructions that are under-explained or confusing.There's a DVD
soon to be released that will make the learning experience more
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Includes more advanced technique and theory, and introduces players to outboard effects for electric bass. Also includes a dynamic section on how to approach reading studio-type arrangements. More great recorded songs reinforce a simplified approach to fingerboard harmony.

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14 Blues & Funk Etudes: Bass Clef Instruments [Paperback] Review

wonderful idea. learning without boredom. very musical. I only wish he would transpose the book for Eb instruments so I won't have to. On the other hand if you learn the materials in ALL KEYS you won't need another book! Thank you Mr Mintzer!

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A collection of studies composed for musicians who wish to extend themselves in improvisation, composition, sight reading and general musicianship skills. Each etude has a theoretical explanation, suggestions for performance and tips for practice routines. Two CDs of combo accompaniments performed by members of the Yellowjackets are included. All books are compatible and written so that they can be performed together.

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Make Your Own Electric Guitar & Bass (Music Sales America) [Paperback] Review

Good outline on building a fairly simple Fender styled guitars. No real discussion of calculating fret distances, neck angles, choosing pick-up position and the like.

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A thorough step-by-step guide to making your own personal guitar or bass! This book explains the proper tools needed to make your own guitar or bass and provides detailed instructions with full color photographs.

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Billy Sheehan - Bass Secrets (Japanese) [Hardcover] Review

This video is actually the Part 2 of the Billy Sheehan's instructional series with Wolf Marshall(guitarist).He breaks it down into detail of his 3 finger picking techniques, harmonics, modes, arppeggios, tapping, and many other useful techniques in a slow and fast version.he does explain a little about slapping tecniques, but not thoroughly simply because he doesn't use that approach much to his music style.Towards the end he demonstrates "Addicted to that Rush solo part", and then later jam along with Pat Torpey (Mr. Big Drummer) with 2 of their old hits , " Rock-n-Roll Over, and Merciless," which both of these songs bass tablatures are enclosed with the video case as well.I find it very benefitical to learn the simple (yet complexed) three finger picking techniques by building speed and dexterity.I've been playing bass for years now and have transformed to using fingers vice guitar pick.Billy explains alot of Pros and Cons not just practices, but also on stage performance and how to set your gears correctly.If you want to get the real deal, try to get the Part 1 of the video (sold separately) because you can also see his precious Talas days bootleg performance and many more instructionals stuffs!

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This bass instructional video hosted by master guitarist Wolf Marshall includes performances of: Addicted to That Rush + NV43345 + Rock 'N' Roll Over + Merciless. Includes booklet. 83 minutes. This is a Japanese edition.

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Hal Leonard Bass Method Book 2: Book/CD Pack (Hal Leonard Electric Bass Method) (Paperback) Review

There are two versions of this book. ISBN 079356378 comes with the CD. ISBN 079356378X does not come with the CD. Don't make the same mistake I did. I wanted the CD and had to return this book and reorder the correct version. Minus one star for Amazon packaging this in a special with Book 3 which comes with a CD while this one doesn't. Very misleading.

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The Hal Leonard Bass Method is designed for anyone just learning to play electric bass. It is based on years of teaching bass students of all ages and it also reflects some of the best bass teaching ideas from around the world. Book 2 teaches: the box shape; moveable boxes; notes in fifth position; major and minor scales; the classic blues line; the shuffle rhythm; tablature; and more! The CD in the book/CD pack includes 51 full-band tracks for demonstration or play along.

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30-Day Bass Workout Review

this is a great workout for the bass, but I recommend the book over the DVD.I have both but I use the book far more than the DVD.the DVD is not necessary but is a little helpful.

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This enjoyable and challenging exercise routine will prepare you for the rigors of contemporary bass playing and sharpen your technique. The strategy focuses on warm-ups and stretching, exercises for strength, agility and stamina, and specific techniques such as hammer-ons and pull-offs. Jam-packed with tried-and-true "bassrobic" exercises from the National Guitar Workshop curriculum, this book will build your technique, no matter what style of music you play. Don't let another day go by without making this a perfect new addition to your bass library.

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Play Bass Today! - Level 1: Play Today Plus Pack (The Ultimate Self-Teaching Method) [Paperback] Review

This is a fantastic book! The Student will learn to read music
while playing real world examples.The backup tracks are fresh
and the material is presented to advance the player at an astonishing rate.This is the best beginning Bass book out there.



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Teach yourself bass the easy way! This method covers: riffs and scales; all musical styles; playing tips and techniques; how to read standard notation and tablature; and much more. Songs: I Saw Her Standing There * My Girl * Walk Don't Run * Wild Thing * Wonderful Tonight.

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The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology - Volume 2: Baritone/Bass Book Only (Piano-Vocal Series) [Paperback] Review

I'm a vocal student and find this book a fun diversion from the Italian and art pieces I also sing.I'm a true contralto (I vocalize a high A, but my richest range is mid G to mid G) so music can be challenging to find.This book has several pieces that, untouched, are low enough to do my voice justice -- As Long as He Needs Me, Hold On, Someone Else's Story.I suggest you also buy the CDs (there are two in the package) that go with this book (purchase separately).I had the book for a couple of years before I purchased the CDs.The CDs helped me discover several great songs I wasn't familiar with.More significantly though, the CDs contain a computer program that will allow you to adjust pitch higher or lower.The CDs makes the book more versitile and easier for rehearsal.

One other note.All the books labeled mezzo in this series are also labeled belter.I can belt with the best of them and songs like What I Did for Love, Look at Me I'm Sandra Dee and Adelaide's Lament are true belting songs.But I think the majority of the pieces are better performed with varying tempos and dynamics (including, in fact, What I Did for Love).There are quite a few ballads in this book that are definitely not belting pieces.So don't be scared away by the belting label because you'll find plenty to sing here if you're not a belter.Enjoy singing!

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40 songs, including: This Can't Be Love * Bye, Bye Baby * I Won't Send Roses * The Surrey With The Fringe On Top * Once In Love With Amy.

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The Rock House Method: Bass - Slappin' and Poppin' (2005) Review

i liked this it was a good start on bass i have been messing with bass for a while and have learned i like to slap and pop

while watching this he teachs his way of slapping which i didnt much like anyways i learned it im not going to diss without trying it out first so i did and relized i still use my method but when i us the lower 1-2-3 strings i use his methodto get a brighter louder slap

im not done with all the lessons i dont watch the whole dvd at once i go step by step until i master it all but so far very good instructor very basic will build up speed and strength and help teach individuality i highly recomend

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Learn the techniques that every truly great bass player needs to know! From basic slapping and popping to machine-gun riffing, this programme has something for bass players at every level.The one-on-one lessons with bassist/instructor Chris McCarvill sh

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Essential Advanced Scales for Electric Bass [Paperback] Review

This is a very nice book for people who want to learn advanced bass scales without bothering with proper training in music theory. It includes tabs (for the bass cleft inept) and covers many of the more complex and dissonant scales. A good purchase for players at all skill levels who want to expand their tonal repertoire.

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Is a quick reference guide aimed at music students of all levels, tacklingthe scales commonly used in improvising and bass line construction.

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Ultimate Play-Along Bass Just Classic Jazz [Paperback] Review

I was expecting a book of jazz bass lines.Instead, this was a collection of jazz melodies written in bass clef.Very limited appeal IMO.

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This must-have new series gives you the opportunity to learn 27 of the most important jazz standards contained in the Just Jazz and Just Standards Real Books. Learn these great songs by playing along with jazz greats Jimmy Haslip and Barry Coates in a classic trio jazz setting. Plus, in the accompanying books Jimmy and Barry teach their approaches to chord substitution, comping, and soloing concepts; including complete transcriptions of their own improvised solos and Barry's awe-inspiring chord melody arrangements of the heads.

Volume 1 titles are: Body and Soul
* Days of Wine and Roses
* Star Dust
* Invitation
* Over the Rainbow
* 'Round Midnight
* Laura
* When I Fall in Love
* In a Sentimental Mood.

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Bass for Beginners (Audio CD) Review

This book is a great book to teach true bass playing.Comes with a Cd. I teach bass and use it with all my students.

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Well-paced with lots of photos, diagrams and music in TAB, this book makes it easy to go from buying your first bass to mastering fundamental techniques. 48 pages.

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Orchestra Expressions, Book One String Bass Edition (Paperback) Review

I am a student. I am learning String Bass! Normal you need many books. All you need is this one. Has songs like *Good King Wenceslas**Au Claire de la Lune**Ode to Joy**It's the Blues Man**We Will Rock You**and more**

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Orchestra Expressions™ provides music educators at all levels with easy-to-use, exciting tools to meet daily classroom challenges and bring new vibrancy and depth to teaching music. The lessons were written based on the National Standards for the Arts in Music -- not retro-fitted to the Standards. The program is music literacy-based and satisfies reading and writing mandates in orchestra class.
Unique Features of Orchestra Expressions™:
* "Four-fingers-down" start for every instrument
* Separate but simultaneous development of both hands
* Bass begins in III position developing early shifting
* Orchestra arrangements by Sandra Dackow
* Final full orchestra concert piece

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Bass Day '98 [VHS] (2000) Review

I felt like I knew Rocco after watching this video.He not only shares his approach to to the bass, but also let's you in on his observations of life. He is understated but deep, if your paying attention.I recommend watching this when you can have the VCR connected to a stereo system. You will learn how to "groove" in all aspects of your life.

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NYC Bass Day '98 brought together bass players from all over the globe to NYC, to attend an event that featured four of the world's most celebrated bass players, in a day that made bass history.
Michael Manring kicked things off with a set of fascinating solo pieces on four different instruments in various tunings, including one piece where he plays all four basses at the same time! Andy Gonzalez led a group of top Latin musicians in a scorching set of contemporary and traditional Afro Cuban music. Bobby Rodriguez, one of the most influential bassists in the history of Latin music joins Andy, and is presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Francis Rocco Prestia, accompanied by members of Tower of Power, including David Garibaldi, performed a burning set of their funk classics. He also talked about creating a groove, his early days with TOP and much more. Victor Wooten performed with a trio and presented a set of amazing music that stretched from serious funk to beautiful ballads, with plenty of stops in between. Featured, is a classic solo in which Victor pulled out all the stops. Alsoincludes a lesson on bass technique.
Also featured is an award presentation to bass legend Milt Hinton and an amazing jam featuring the entire lineup, plus John Patitucci and Oteil Burbridge!
Running Time: 105 Minutes

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Essential Elements For Jazz Bass Bk/2CDs (Instrumental Jazz) [Paperback] Review

This is a fabulous, simple and straightforward method for learning the elements of jazz.I was so impressed with it that when I found the seconc CD in the used book I originally bought was cracked, I went out and bought another copy (for clarinet and direct from the publisher).Very highly recommended.

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Specifically designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1 or 2 years playing experience, but with no prior experience playing jazz. Great for individual or classroom use. Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made easy starting with simple 2-measure phrases. Scales and basic theory are introduced in a simple and easy to understand approach. 2 CDÃ-s are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features: 7 full band arrangements, sample solos, jazz history and people.

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Oteil Burbridge: Who RU, Six String Bass (2007) Review

File under "Inspirational." There's almost nothing here that invites an "instruction" video categorization. It's just our hero Oteil stroking the 6-string beauty laying in his lap and sermonizing about what great (and predictable) music we should check out. Awww, why can't more intelligent and willing-to-share humans be great musicians? Oteil beats Wooten's videos by a long shot in the stinginess department.

There's no tab either; although you won't miss it as there's hardly 10 minutes of playing here (including the performance sections). Only redeeming factor (worth $2.99) is the chance to hear Oteil scat along to 4 different A scales and then to a tune at the end.

Seriously, sincere bass instructors need to jump in and release instruction material in an "in the style of" mold to cover the attractive styles of the stingy Wooten and Burbridge. It's a solid market with little competition from the original artists.

(P.S. My impression is that these guys are not deliberately stingy with info, but rather that they assume that what we want/need to hear most are their sermons about where to find inspiration.)

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Oteil Burbridge has played bass with the legendary Allman Brothers Band since 1997. Bandmate Derek Trucks calls him the Michael Jordan of the bass. In this comprehensive and entertaining DVD, Oteil discusses the fine points of bass playing and musicianshi

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The Messiah: An Oratorio for Four-Part Chorus of Mixed Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass Soli and Piano [Paperback] Review

This Schirmer edition of Handel's Messiah is among the better chorus/piano editions I've seen. It maintains loyalty to the original piece, presenting it in the classical format. At the same time, I find the text easy to read, and the overall size of the book to be just right.

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Paper Edition. English.

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Best of Lynyrd Skynyrd / Bass Tab [Mass Market Paperback] Review

lynyrd skynyrd has been one of my favorite bands since i was about 9 years old. i have all their albums including pronounced second helping nuthin' fancy gimmie back my bullets one more from the road street survivorsskynyrds first and last gold and platinum whatsyour name freebird the movieon cd and vhs legend the muscle shoals album twenty the essentialandthats about it. and i guess my favorite member would have to be garyrossington.

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Includes: The Ballad of Curtis Loew
* Don't Ask Me No Questions
* Free Bird
* Gimme Back My Bullets
* I Ain't the One
* The Needle and the Spoon
* On the Hunt
* Simple Man
* Sweet Home Alabama
* Tuesday's Gone
* What's Your Name
* Whiskey Rock-a-Roller.

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Even More Easy Pop Bass Lines: Supplemental Songbook to Book 3 of the Hal Leonard Bass Method (Paperback) Review

This book provides a nice bass sound that seems to go well with the songs involved. I am sure you can dress it up a lot, but as written I think others will be a little impressed if you are just starting out.

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This songbook correlates with Book 3 of the Hal Leonard Bass Method, giving beginning students great pop and rock songs to play while they are still learning! Includes 20 favorites: ABC * Another One Bites the Dust * Badge * Brick House * Cheap Sunglasses * Come Together * Higher Ground * Into the Great Wide Open * Iron Man * The Joker * Radar Love * Sweet Emotion * Under Pressure * more. The songs are presented in order of difficulty, beginning with sixteenth-note rhythms and ending with slap and pop technique.

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The Art of Contemporary Travis Picking: How to Play the Alternating Bass Fingerpicking Style (Bk & CD) [Paperback] Review

Mark Hanson is considered to be amongst the top instructors today in the fingerstyle domain. He regularly holds fingerstyle workshops and has authored over 30 books and videos, all on the same subject - fingerstyle guitar. He has also interviewed several fingerstyle authorities such as Leo Kottke and James Taylor.

This book is considered by many as the leading fingerstyle instruction book. There are several very good reasons for the high number of votes Mark's books receive; and WHY you should buy this book.

1.Travis picking (alternate bass with melody) is the foundation of fingerstyle guitar. Nearly every fingerstyle guitarist from Rev. Gary Davis to Muddy Waters to Robert Johnson to Leo Kottke and Chet Atkins has used the Travis picking method. This book is the bible of Travis picking.

2.The book requires no knowledge of the instrument. I couldn't switch chords comfortably when I received this book. In fact I only knew the C and G chords. With some patience and determination I learnt more than 30 chords by the time I was at the end of the book, and obviously I also learnt to switch between them effortlessly.

3.Mark lays out very logical examples throughout the book to ensure you are progressing the right way. There is a practice song after every chapter to make certain you are comfortable maintaining the rhythm and will face no difficulty if you encounter a similar pattern in any other song outside of the book. The instruction is very clear and there is absolutely no ambiguity even for a novice. It's almost like the author is holding your hand throughout. I am no dazzling guitarist (read no natural flair) and had no teachers while I was using this book. I waded through it without any major hold-ups. There is also a CD included where Mark plays the pieces at both half and full speeds. If you have heard `Dust in the Wind' by Kansas; after only a week with this book you'll be able to play that song, albeit not at performance speed.

4.The book has a sequel; the Art of Solo Fingerpicking. The sequel is for intermediate/advanced fingerpickers only. The sequel ensures you get to learn the most complex fingerpicking techniques, including breaking out of pattern playing (i.e. Travis Picking). Once you have mastered both the books playing fingerstyle guitar in any genre (blues, jazz, classical, country, folk etc.) will be unchallenging. Of course this is not easy and will take time; but the results will leave you fulfilled.

5.Mark is a wonderful person. I had a query regarding the use of thumbpicks and fingernails and shot him a mail. He immediately replied back and addressed the query in detail. It's nice to know you can repose faith in the author/instructor and he is there to tackle any issues you have. Further, he runs a website accentonmusic.com which carries articles on fingernails, amplification of acoustic guitars, contemporary music, newsletters, etc. all of which are really useful. There are tons of resources on the web, but only so few are reliable. Also, it's tough to judge an author by a single book. Every book of Mark is really enjoyable and he has a truckload of material to offer. I was a big zero with music theory and Mark has promised to write a book on that (he's graduated in Music). Can't wait to get hold of it.

6.I own as many as 8 other `bestselling' fingerstyle books for beginners and intermediates and a few videos too. Only one book comes anywhere close - Beginning Fingerstyle Blues - by Arnie Berle. Even that one does not specify how many fingers to use, right hand position, thumbpicks or not etc. You will certainly require answers to these once you take the plunge. Fortunately Mark's book takes good care of the reader here. His passion for fingerstyle is contagious.

When you buy an instruction book, the most important investment you make is your time. You don't want to follow an instruction book devotedly for 6 months only to realise there is a better book out there; it leaves you in self-doubt and may hinder your progress. You will never be in a quandary with this book. Very few books have information pouring out of every page. Such books are priceless and will stand the test of time. The Art of Contemporary Travis Picking is one such book. Written in 1986, it works wonders even today - nearly 20 years later.

If fingerstyle guitar eludes you, buy or borrow this book. I promise you will be grinning ear to ear after carrying out the instructions. It's easy, many have done it, and so can you!

Very highly recommended!

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By mastering all techniques described in the book, you will be on your way to elevating the Travis pick from a basic chordal accompaniment to a complex solo style!

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Metallica - Re-Load (Bass) (Paperback) Review

Accurate transcriptions with lyrics.
Beware: Drum transcriptions only. The description fails to mention that they are for drums only, not guitar. I found this out the hard way.

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Bass transcriptions for the band's follow-up to their phenomenally successful album, Load. Includes bio, photos, and more. Attitude * Bad Seed * Better Than You * Carpe Diem Baby * Devil's Dance * Fixxxer * Fuel * Low Man's Lyric * The Memory Remains * Prince Charming * Slither * The Unforgiven II * Where the Wild Things Are.

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The Essence of Afro-Cuban Percussion and Drum Set: Includes the Rhythm Section Parts for Bass, Piano, Guitar Horns & Strings [Paperback] Review

I simply can't sing enough praise for Ed's book. I've been playing djembe and congas for a couple years, and I've always wanted a comprehensive book that covered the history, rhythms, and instruments. Finally I have one. This book describes the background in terms of history and culture that birthed Afro-Cuban music, then takes a structured approach through all the instruments.
The breadth of coverage on the instruments is fantastic. Not only are there the basic rhythms, but with Ed's approach, you see how they all fit together. It even has a whole section on the non-percussion parts of the rhythm section (piano, bass, etc.) and how the songs of various styles are structured. I've never found this kind of information elsewhere. For people who don't have a background in these musical styles (like me), this is wonderful. Then there's a whole section on adapting these styles to drum kit.
The audio examples are the best I've heard in any book/CD combo I own, by far. They are far more comprehensive than any other, and they support what you're learning in the text. The synergy between text and audio makes this a gold mine.
While this book is more expensive than most music books, it has several times the value of any other book I've seen. I so much wish I had this from day one. Even getting it now, it's filling in the (many) gaps in my learning, and will surely be the most essential book in my collection for a good long while.

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An in-depth study (324 pages) of all the percussion instruments, rhythms and song styles of Afro-Cuban music, along with their applications to the drum set. Detailed technical studies of each instrument are presented along with notations of many rhythm styles. The entire rhythm section (parts for bass, piano, horn section, string section, tres, and guitar) is also studied in detail. The book comes with two CDs that include performances of each percussion instrument, drum set, all rhythm section instruments, as well as examples of all musical styles with full instrumentation in score form.

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15 Easy Jazz, Blues & Funk Etudes: Bass Clef Instrument (Instrumental Series) [Paperback] Review

I have enjoyed playing through Mintzer's other books, '14 Jazz and Funk Etudes' and '14 Jazz and Blues Etudes' and have been able to work on some of these with my advanced high school students.

'15 Easy Jazz/Blues/Funk Etudes' is appropriate for a broader range of high school level trombonists, but most junior high kids won't be able to deal with the 2 octave range (spans one octave in each direction from "tuning note" Bb). The "easy" connotation seems to refer to a more basic rhythmic and harmonic complexity. This book would be accessible to more players if it were written down a 3rd or 4th.

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Written for a wide variety of musicians, 15 Easy Jazz, Blues & Funk Etudes will appeal to both aspiring players and to more experienced musicians. For the younger player, particular care is given to range, rhythmic figures and overall playability. The more accomplished musician will appreciate the high level of musicality, the lyrical compositions and the opportunities to improvise. Either way, the format is simple: Bob Mintzer plays and demonstrates each etude with a stellar rhythm section on the included CD. You learn each etude slowly. When ready, you play the etude with the CD accompaniment.

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Expanding Walking Bass Lines (Bass Instruction) [Paperback] Review

I bought this hoping to get some more great tips and theory that Friedland's first book contained, and that helped me develop walking lines when i was first learning. Unfortunately, I found that the content here was not as rich, not as based in theory, and kind of obvious if you listen to recordings. Also, I was frustrated that he spent many pages at the beginning going through basic music theory and how to set your metronome on 2 and 4, something covered extensively in the first book. I felt like this book was trying to be too much of a stand-alone intro when it really should have omitted redundant info and focused on being the second book in a series. It's still well written and has good info, it's just not as intensely packed with great theory and info as the first book is.

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A follow-up to Building Walking Bass Lines, this book ap- proaches more advanced walking concepts, including model mapping, the two-feel, several Õmust know changes,Õ and other important jazz bass lessons. CD includes a jazz trio for practicing standard tunes.

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Ultimate Bench Warrior: How to Design, Build, and Modify Custom Guitar and Bass Amps (Book) (Paperback) Review

The author begins with a cursory look at the tools used when building and servicing amps. Unfortunately, how to use the less common tools, such as an oscilloscope, in practice is not discussed. We do, however, find a few pages on how to make a guitar cable with a soldering iron.

Plenty of reprinted tube and solid state component data sheets made it into the final product--as did a guide to reading resistor color codes. A few vintage transformer data sheets are included as well. In light of the book's title, a section covering transformer selection along with power supply and output stage design would have been more useful.

The author does include schematics for some isolated circuits, but many are of little value or irrelevant to the subject matter expressed in the title. For example, one schematic shows how to wire a foot pedal to control three separate Fender amps. Other included circuits may have broader appeal, but there is little guidance as to how to implement them in original or existing designs. In some cases, component values are not included.

The "Extensive collection of top Amplifiers schematics, including all of Lee's equipment" and "A great collection of Effect Pedal Schematics, Vintage and New" promised on the author's website are not in the book.

The biggest issue, and the reason for the single star: this volume doesn't deliver what it promises in the title. There is nothing about designing or building amplifiers. Instead the reader is offered an eclectic collection of data sheets, isolated circuit mods, and rudimentary, yet incomplete, information. But there's no math! :| (When I pre-ordered this work, I was unaware of the diminutive page-count, which would have made me question the depth of material covered.)

The Guitar Amp Handbook by Dave Hunter would be a better choice. It's not an exhaustive treatment of the subject, but it covers two important areas that Jackson's book does not: how an amp works and how to build a vintage-modified amp. For those interested in the math, check out Richard Kuehnel's works. Tino Zottola has three volumes on building specific amps--all of which contain step-by-step instructions, component lists and schematics. For the well-funded, Kevin O'Connor's Ultimate Tone series would be another option.

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Amp guru Lee Jackson covers: tools of the trade; the basics of soldering; different tube types, with specs and histories; electronic symbols; amplifier modifications from gain stages to adding reverbs; schematics of solidstate circuits and power supplies; lists of parts suppliers; and more. Features 180+ photos and illustrations.

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Gilbert and Sullivan for Singers: The Vocal Library Baritone/Bass (Vocal Collection) (Paperback) Review

Who in the world would purchase a folio of songs without a list of the contents?I mean...how ridiculous. Here it is...all great songs. Pity Amazon didn't feel it was important enough to include.

* Alone, and Yet Alive (THE MIKADO)
* Cheerily Carols the Lark (RUDDIGORE)
* Come Mighty Must! (PRINCESS IDA)
* I'm Called Little Buttercup (HMS PINAFORE)
* A Lady Fair of Lineage High (PRINCESS IDA)
* My Lord, a Suppliant at Your Feet (IOLANTHE)
* Oh, Foolish Fay (IOLANTHE)
* On The Day When I Was Wedded (THE GONDOLIERS)
* Silver'd Is the Raven Hair (PATIENCE)
* Sir Rupert Murgatroyd (RUDDIGORE)
* To a Garden Full of Posies (RUDDIGORE)
* Were I Thy Bride (THE YEOMAN OF THE GUARD)
* When A Merry Maiden Marries (THE GONDOLIERS)
* When But A Maid Of Fifteen Years (UTOPIA LIMITED)
* When Frederic Was a Little Lad (THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE)
* When Maiden Loves, She Sits and Sighs (THE YEOMAN OF THE GUARD)
* When Our Gallant Norman Foes (THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD)


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W.S. Gilbert wrote the words, Arthur Sullivan composed the music, and together they revolutionized theatre music in English. This new series presents songs and arias from their timeless operettas, collected by voice type. There are 15-17 songs per volume, with the most famous excerpts peppered by beautiful, less known choices. The edition includes notes about the plot context of each selection. The piano accompaniments on the companion CDs were recorded by Laura Ward. Includes songs and arias from The Gondoliers, The Grand Duke, Iolanthe, HMS Pinafore, The Mikado, Patience, The Pirates of Penzance, Princess Ida, Ruddigore, The Sorcerer, Utopia Unlimited, The Yeomen of the Guard.

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Dictionary of Bass Grooves (Bass Builders) (Paperback) Review

This book is excellent for those of you that just started learning bass.
This book has examples of music styles up to the 90's.
For example: southern rock, prog rock, prog metal, jazz, blues, country, death metal, punk, salsa, bossa nova, etc.
There is little example on the recent music styles *well you can say that current music styles are just derivative of the examples given*
The examples are easy to follow, even for beginner. They're also pretty accurate in explaining the music styles.
I use this book to teach my student.

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This cool, comprehensive guide provides the history and essential bass lines for 34 different musical styles, including all varieties of pop and rock, rhythm and blues, jazz, Afro-Cuban, Afro-Caribbean, country, blues, funk and many others. The CD includes 34 full-band demo tracks.

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Red Hot Chili Peppers - BloodSugarSexMagik (Bass) [Paperback] Review

This book is great for anyone who wants to learn how to play like Flea on Blood Sugar Sex Magik. Highly reccomended

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All 17 songs from their smash hit album, including: Give It Away * The Power of Equality * Suck My Kiss * Under the Bridge * and more.

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Ultimate Play Along Just Classic Jazz Bass Vol3 w/CD (Ultimate Play-Along) (Paperback) Review

If you're looking for books on "how to" play bass or read music then skip this one.There's almost no instruction in this book, but what you do get is GREAT tab and notation for some standard jazz pieces.
This book is good for learning the traditional bass lines and for practicing your timing/tempo when there's no one else around.I wish the CD had two versions of each song (one with and one without bass), but it doesn't.For the price, though, this is a pretty good way to learn some songs and practice without having a full band in your garage.
Nine standard jazz pieces are covered.Each song comes with the actual tune on CD, the printed song with bass clef and tab, and if that weren't enough you also get the bass solo and lead sheet.
Be careful, though, the lead sheet is not in tablature, so you should already know (or be willing to learn) how to read traditional music notation.Fortunately, since the book includes both the full version (notation and tablature) you can easily go back and forth as you progress.The lead sheet is great for taking on stage since it has all the essentials for the song on one easy to read sheet.

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Product Description:
Jazz greats Jimmy Haslip and Barry Coates demonstrate how to play classic trio jazz using the most important great jazz standards. For Bass Guitar w/CD
Includes: My Funny Valentine, Night and Day, How High the Moon, Emily, Gentle Rain, Green Dolphin St., Secret Love, Softly as in a Morning Sunrise, Summertime

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Classic Funk and R&B Grooves for Bass (Bass Masters Series) [Paperback] Review

There's a lot to be improved with this release. This collection of grooves seems to have been thrown together in a hurry because they all sound very similar and some share identical passages. The examples are very easy to play and they don't progress in difficulty.
My biggest concern is the fact that the CD only contains demos of each loop and no play along feature. It is important for funk licks to be practiced with drums. It would have been trivial to pan (L/R) the bass from the drums in the stereo mix!
There are also many print errors, I would say that approx. 3 out of 10 grooves have conflicting tab and bass clef notation. (what's actuallyplayed on the CD is another story......)

There are likely to be better funk books out there........


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Classic Funk and R&B Grooves for Bass is an overview of stylistic examples that capture the essence of R&B recordings from Memphis, Muscle Shoals, Motown, and New York. All the music examples (98 total!) are written in standard notation and tablature, and all the examples are demonstrated on the enclosed recording (live, not sequenced). The CD is designed to take you beyond just playing the correct notes by providing the true feel of these great grooves.

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