Hot Bass How-Tos
How To: Bow an upright bass
Bowing an upright bass is a technique that diversifies the sounds and music that can be made by the instrument. Play with a bow on upright bass with tips from a music teacher in this free stringed instrument video series.
How To: Play upright bass scales
Play upright bass scales and learn about minor and major scales. Learn about upright bass octave scales in this free stringed instrument video from a music teacher.
How To: Play up the neck on an upright bass
Practice upright bass scales and finger patterns by playing up the neck. Learn how to play up the neck on an upright bass from a music teacher in this free bowed string instrument video series.
How To: Play simple basslines on the upright bass
Practice upright bass with easy basslines in different keys and styles. Learn how to play simple upright bass basslines from a music teacher in this free bowed string instrument video series.
How To: Practice upright bass patterns and modes
Practice upright bass patterns and modes with music theory and repetition. Learn how to play upright bass and work on fingering in this free stringed instrument lesson from a music teacher.
How To: Play songs on the upright bass in 4/4 time
Make upright bass lessons fun by playing easy songs in 4-4 time. Learn how to play part "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" and "Auld Lang Syne" on upright bass in this free stringed instrument lesson from a music teacher.
How To: Play upright bass songs in 3/4 time
Practice the upright or double bass with easy songs in 3-4 time that work across different scales, patterns, and playing styles. Learn how to play upright bass songs in 3-4 time from a music teacher in this free double bass lesson.
How To: Practice left-hand notes on the upright bass
Practice playing upright bass notes with the left hand using pizzicato and bowing techniques. Learn about finger patterns with the left hand on an upright bass in this free stringed instrument video from a music teacher.
How To: Play the country bass fiddle
The bass fiddle has a very unique sound. Here are some tips on how to play it in these free video clips.
How To: Play "Pretty Woman" by Roy Orbison on the bass guitar
Learn how to play the worldwide hit song "Pretty Woman" by Roy Orbison on the bass guitar. Play "Pretty Woman" by Roy Orbison on the bass guitar.
How To: Play the double pluck technique on the bass
The double pluck technique is for intermediate and advanced players and it widely used by Victor Wooten.
How To: Play bass using the basic thumb technique
Watch to learn how to use basic thumb technique (slapping and popping) on bass. This technique is not for beginners because it takes a lot of practice to master it.
How To: Play a great jazz bass exercise for practicing
This is a nice and fun way to increase your playing speed and control over the fretboard on your electric bass. Practice, practice, practice!
How To: Play slaps on the bass, for beginners
For beginners that want to know how to play the slap line, learn it here. She won't let her down, not at all, but you can let her down. So don't.
How To: Play 3 different styles of playing the bass guitar
A bassist demonstrates 3 different styles of playing the Bass Guitar.
How To: Play the Rock Box on bass
A bassist from watchmojo.com demonstrates a playing technique that he calls the Rock Box, which should help beginners find bass lines and play with other musicians.
How To: Play the bass like Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers
Finbar Taub explains how to play the bass guitar like Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers. Part 1 of 2 - How to Play the bass like Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers.
How To: Learn how to play the bass using tapping techniques
In this two part bass guitar lesson you will learn to play using the finger tapping technique. Part 1 of 2 - How to Learn how to play the bass using tapping techniques.
How To: Play swing music on bass in Ab
In this video series, watch as jazz artist Ryan Larson teaches basic swing progressions on an upright bass. Learn how to find the frets and chart the scales. Get tips on simple bass progressions and melodic patterns. With these easy online upright bass lessons.
How To: Play swing music on bass in G
In this video series, watch as jazz artist Ryan Larson teaches basic swing progressions on an upright bass. Learn how to find the frets and chart the scales. Get tips on simple bass progressions and melodic patterns. With these easy online upright bass lessons, you are sure to improve your playing thanks to the experts at Expert Village.
How To: Play jazz bass in F
In this video series, expert jazz musician Ryan Larson will teach you how to read and play jazz bass in the key of F major. Learn the different scales and techniques in this step by step bass guitar lesson. Improve your ability to groove with other musicians and move freely along the neck of the bass.
How To: Play advanced bass guitar in Eb
In this video series, watch as jazz musician Ryan Larson teaches advanced bass guitar lessons in all twelve keys. Learn how to read tab and relate it to scale names, how to walk through various bass lines, and how to play a Latin walking bass line.
How To: Play advanced bass guitar octave scales and modes
In this video series, watch as jazz musician Ryan Larson teaches advanced bass guitar lessons in all twelve keys. Learn how to play different two octave scale and modes, how to read the music, and how to know when to apply different particular scales.
How To: Play advanced bass jazz techniques
In this video series, watch as jazz musician Ryan Larson teaches advanced bass guitar lessons in all twelve keys. Learn how to read tab and relate it to scale names, how to walk through various bass lines, and how to play a Latin walking bass line.
How To: Play advanced bass guitar for jazz and Latin grooves
In this video series our expert Ryan Larson will show you how to play the twelve bar blues, how to play a blues bass line, and how to transfer a blues bass line. he will also show you how to get the shuffle feel and how to add eighth notes.
How To: Play bass guitar rhythm
In this video series, watch as jazz musician Ryan Larson teaches advanced bass guitar lessons in all twelve keys. Learn how to read tab and relate it to scale names, how to walk through various bass lines, and how to play a Latin walking bass line.
How To: Play upright bass in E
In this video series, watch as jazz artist Ryan Larson teaches basic swing progressions on an upright bass. Learn how to find the frets and chart the scales. Get tips on simple bass progressions and melodic patterns.
How To: Play upright bass in F Major
In this video series, watch as jazz artist Ryan Larson teaches basic swing progressions on an upright bass. Learn how to find the frets and chart the scales. Get tips on simple bass progressions and melodic patterns.
How To: Play upright bass in Gb (Flat)
In this video series, watch as jazz artist Ryan Larson teaches basic swing progressions on an upright bass. Learn how to find the frets and chart the scales. Get tips on simple bass progressions and melodic patterns. With these easy online upright bass lessons.
How To: Play double bass
In this video series, our expert Casey Cormier will give you an introduction to the double or upright bass, show you how to handle it, and tell you all about the different parts of the instrument.
How To: Play jazz bass in B Major
In this video series, expert jazz musician Ryan Larson will teach you how to read and play jazz bass in the key of B major. Learn the different scales and techniques in this step by step bass guitar lesson.
How To: Play jazz bass in C Major
In this video series, expert jazz musician Ryan Larson will teach you how to read and play jazz bass in the key of C Major. Learn the different scales and techniques in this step by step bass guitar lesson.
How To: Play jazz bass guitar in E Major
In this video series, expert jazz musician Ryan Larson will teach you how to read and play jazz bass in the key of E Major. Learn the different scales and techniques in this step by step bass guitar lesson. Improve your ability to groove with other musicians and move freely along the neck of the bass.
How To: Play jazz bass guitar in E flat (Eb)
In this video series, expert jazz musician Ryan Larson will teach you how to read and play jazz bass in the key of Eb major. Learn the different scales and techniques in this step by step bass guitar lesson. Improve your ability to groove with other musicians and move freely along the neck of the bass.
How To: Play bass guitar in E Major
In this video series, our expert Ryan Larson will give you an introduction to playing the bass guitar in E Major including how to play the scale on the bass fretboard, intervals and roots. He will also show you some walking bass lines including progressions and tritone substitutions.
How To: Play advanced bass guitar in the key of G major
With this video series you will be able to learn about the bass guitar and everything you need to know to start playing. Begin by learning the parts of the guitar. Our expert will break down the parts of the bass guitar so you understand what each part does.
How To: Play the coronet
Our expert shows you how to play the cornet. Duane Carter tells you the differences and similarities between the cornet and trumpet. He also shows you how to use your tongue, lips, and breathing to accentuate notes. Duane gives you tips and advice for practicing the cornet. So, what are you waiting for? Start learning the mellow sounds of the cornet today!
How To: Play the upright bass
Our expert, Branson Garner, will show you the basics of upright bass playing, including just figuring out what all the parts are called, how to make clear, precise notes, and how to maintain the bass and keep it in tune. For advanced players, he offers several lessons that can help expand your double bass playing into different styles and genres, as well as various techniques you can incorporate to add color and excitement to your basslines.
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