 Cool In the bass guitar class you will start by learning scales, fingering, and melodies and use these to play, initially, simple basslines. Also covered is notation, including key, time signature and harmonic theory. Interspersed throughout the course will be discussions on various bass guitar techniques, including rock and pop, jazz and funk, when appropriate technical grounding is attained. Later classes will look at the different bass guitars available to players, and look at the differences in style these instruments engender. You will practice scales, finger exercises and arpeggios to gain finger strength and independence. You will also practice simple pieces and work on improvisation over a simple chord progression. You will learn how to construct basslines, and look at various pieces to identify the chords that the composer is using. The most improved students will have the chance to perform with a group as part of an end-of-session gig.
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