The GCSE Performance Pieces series provides exciting contemporary repertoire levelled specifically for GCSE performance examinations accompanied by expert commentary to help your students prepare and achieve their potential with material they really want to play. Each book has been compiled by an experienced instrumental teacher/examiner and overseen by our Series Editor Andrew Coxon who is a senior GCSE examiner and an experienced classroom teacher. The songs have been carefully chosen to provide students with the best opportunity to show off their instrument and skills with a broad range of artists and styles to choose from. This book for BassGuitar: is suitable for all exam boards contains ten songs with a range of difficulty appropriate for GCSE level is accompanied by a CD of professionally recorded backing tracks It includes songs by: Muse The Beatles Bon Jovi The Killers Chuck Berry Razorlight Metallica AC/DC Bob Marley A YouTube playlist has been created containing all the songs in the book along with additional suggested listening such as interesting cover versions or other songs for cultural context allowing the student to explore ideas for their own interpretation.

Par GORDON ANDREW D.. Outta Sight Funk and R&B Riffs for Bass is designed to help both Bass players and Keyboard players improve their Bass playing technique with a wide range of different Funk riffs and grooves. The book starts off with easier examples and gradually increases in difficulty as the examples become more syncopated. Each of the 55 example riffs has been recorded three times on the accompanying CD: played through twice with drums & percussion, guitars and keyboards at the regular tempo; Rhythm tracks at the regular tempo to practice along with; and a slowed down track of the Bass part with just a click track so you can hear precisely what the Bass part is playing. Outta Sight Funk and R&B Riffs for Bass is designed to help both Bass players and Keyboard players improve their Bass playing technique with a wide range of different Funk riffs and grooves. The book starts off with easier examples and gradually increases in difficulty as the examples become more syncopated. Each of the 55 example riffs has been recorded three times on the accompanying CD: played through twice with drums & percussion, guitars and keyboards at the regular tempo; Rhythm tracks at the regular tempo to practice along with; and a slowed down track of the Bass part with just a click track so you can hear precisely what the Bass part isplaying./ Recueil / Guitare Basse

This method is aimed at beginners who want have fun while developing their Bass Guitar technique. 50 Linee Di Basso Per Principianti contains no less than 50 Bass lines that are simple and accessible to beginners. The Bass lines in this book draw influence from some of the best known artists of all time including The Beatles AC / DC Bob Marley Deep Purple Eric Clapton Elvis Presley The Police ZZ Top James Brown Jimi Hendrix Otis Redding U2 Led Zeppelin The Rolling Stones and more. Each Bass line is accompanied by an explanation to help you overcome any technical rhythmic or theoretical difficulties you might experience and the DVD Video allows you to listen to theBass lines at a normal then reduced speed giving you the chance to learn how to make the correct gestures and choose the most suitable fingerings. The MP3 CD includes the featured lines played at two different speeds: the first is normal â?? i.e. the speed to be achieved while the second has been reduced to help with study. Backing tracks are also included of 3-4 minutes each allowing you the opportunity to practice in as many different conditions as possible. More than 7 hours of music is included in total. This method is aimed at beginners who want have fun while developing their Bass Guitar technique.50 Linee Di Basso Per Principianti contains no less than 50 Bass lines that are simple and accessible to beginners. The Bass lines in this book draw influence from some of the best known artists of all time including The Beatles AC / DC Bob Marley Deep Purple Eric Clapton Elvis Presley The Police ZZ Top James Brown Jimi Hendrix Otis Redding U2 Led Zeppelin The Rolling Stones and more.Each Bass line is accompanied by an explanation to help you overcome any technical rhythmic or theoretical difficulties you might experience and the DVDVideo allows you to listen to the Bass lines at a normal then reduced speed giving you the chance to learn how to make the correct gestures and choose the most suitable fingerings.The MP3 CD includes the featured lines played at two different speeds: the first is normal â?? i.e. the speed to be achieved while the second has been reduced to help with study. Backing tracks are also included of 3-4 minutes each allowing you the opportunity to practice in as many different conditions as possible. More than 7 hours of music is included in total.

This DVD will help take your playing to the next level.Professor Anthony Vitti shares his proven method for improving the fundamental skills required to freely express yourself on the Bass in many musical styles.Professor Vitti is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music and has been teaching there since 1990. He is known for his contemporary style of playing particularly for knowledge and instruction in slap bass finger style R&B and sight reading. He has played all along the East Coast with a variety of artists including Sammy Davis Jr. Liberace Toy Caldwell Steve Smith and Blues Saraceno and currently tours with Herb Reed & the Platters.This DVD offers easy-to-understand exercises and demonstrations that can be applied to all levels and styles. These include: • scale and sol-Feg • improvisation and rhythm studies • slap bass technique • finger style groove. Clear and detailed instruction is given both onscreen and in the accompanying booklet.

This Omnibus Edition contains the complete Absolute Beginners Bass course in one complete and convenient package! The Absolute Beginners method has been designed to tell you everything you need to know from the very first time you pick up your Bass Guitar. This edition also features a unique download card with professional demonstration and accompaniment tracks, allowing you to start playing music right away.In one great book you'll get:A look-and-learn course that uses clear pictures instead of long explanationsPractical advice and tips covering everything you need to know about setting up, playing and maintenanceAudio tracks on the accompanying download card show you how things should soundFull-length accompaniment tracks to play along with!This complete Omnibus Edition of Absolute Beginners Bass Guitar contains possibly all the information and practical guidance you'll need to learn the very basics of the Bass, right up to playing your first tunes. Written by established bassist and teacher Phil Mulford, you will be introduced to the parts of the Bass Guitar, tuning and how to hold it, before rapidly learning your first notes, grooves, bass lines and, by the end of book 2, riffs, slapping funk and a full song!If you are looking for an 'owner's manual' approach to learning to play the Bass Guitar that makes it easier than ever before, look no further than this collated edition of Absolute Beginners, now featuring a practical download card. / Guitare Basse

The Bass has been called 'the most important instrument in any band.' The Bass player must create interesting lines under the chord changes keep the 'time flow' or 'pulse' steady and keep the form of the song together. Walking Jazz Lines For Bass is designed to help bassists create beginning to advanced walking patterns (smooth-sounding lines) that can be used in jazz blues R&B gospel Latin and country music. Byexplaining the basics of intervals chords and scales the author builds a framework for understanding bass line patterns. This book presents one- and two-measure patterns that can be used in playing the blues rhythmchanges the II-V-I progression and 20 popular jazz standards. Walking Jazz Lines For Bass is written in standard notation with chord symbols. The audio gives you the opportunity to play with one of thefinest rhythm sections around. It is in stereo with the bass and drums on the left and Piano and Drums on the right. Since the examples in the book are presented both with sample Bass lines and as chord progressions only you caneither follow along with the Bass or practice your own lines with the audio as your accompaniment. Access to online audio is included.

Learn to play rock and pop with Rockschool. These specially written arrangements develop the skills and techniques you need to help you achieve your musical goals. For Rockschool's 2018-2024 Bass series Rockschool have commissioned arrangements of titles reflecting popular music's rich heritage in all its forms and have tailored each piece to make it exactly right for the grade. You can also use titles from Rockschool's Classics series as part of the syllabus. The arrangements have been written and performed by top session musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in rock metal and pop. The tracks were recorded at Real World's acclaimed recordingstudios and feature live instruments and first rate performances for an unrivalled level of feel authenticity and musicianship. Featuring: Talking Heads - Psycho Killer The Supremes - Ain't Too Proud To Beg Otis Redding - (Sittin' on) The Dock Of The Bay Gnarls Barkley - Crazy Mary J Blige - Family Affair The Cult - She Sells Sanctuary 6 Rockschool Originals Plus: Band and artist fact files with recommended listening In-depth walkthroughs of every track Easy-access downloadable audio Example tests and exercises

Chris Kringel's Essential Bass Guitar Techniques uses carefully crafted exercises alongside inspiring musical examples to teach the 21 skills that every Bass player should know.If you're tired of faking your way through your favorite songs because you've always neglected to learn that one special technique, you need this book. Stop skipping over the intricate details and start sounding like a seasoned professional.Would Jaco Pastorius have been so innovative without great finger style technique and the use of harmonics? Can you imagine a Red Hot Chili Peppers song without Flea's slap bass? Or how about Primus without Les Claypool's quirky slap and tap technique? With the help of the 86 included audio tracks, which can be accessed online, Essential Bass Guitar Techniques will teach you all of these skills and more. / Guitare Basse

Description Basic Bass Workout The Bass is fundamental to all forms of music, and being a versatile and accomplished player has never been so important.

Essential Styles, Books 1 and 2 are two innovative book and play-along CD packages that teach 50 essential grooves from today's jazz and popular styles. The books include written-out charts of each selection and performance tips for both drums and bass. All of the grooves have been recorded with a rhythm section and woodwinds, with drums mixed on the left channel and bass on the right, so either instrument may be dialed out. In addition, many of the tracks contain open choruses of comping so any instrument can practice playing solos! Essential Styles emphasizes the most important aspects of solid group playing---locking-in between the drummer and bassist--- providing a strong rhythmic foundation and creating an authentic feel for whatever the style demands. / Diverses Formations

Recognized for over 50 years as the best-paced and most comprehensive guitar method available Alfred's Basic Guitar Method has introduced over 3 million beginners to the joy of playing guitar. Alfred???s Basic Bass Method is the newest addition to the Alfred???s Basic family of methods featuring clear well-paced instruction covering popular styles like rock blues country and jazz. Lots of photos and diagrams make learning easy and the DVD includes iPod-compatible video that is perfect for the visual learner. Learning to play has never been easier or more fun than with Alfred???s Basic Bass Method-the first and best choice for today???s beginning guitar students. Book 1features all the necessities including how to hold your bass tuning your bass right-hand and left-hand technique basics of reading music notes on all four strings scales licks and songs how to read TAB playing slides and accents and photos and diagrams. The DVD included features iPod-compatible video that is perfect for the visual learner.

The Hal Leonard Country Bass Method is your complete guide to learning the styles and techniques of country bass. This book and CD package uses actual songs from classic to modern country to teach you how to groove like the great Nashville session bassists. The CD includes 41 full-band tracks for demonstration and play-along. 21 songs including: Act Naturally · Boot Scootin' Boogie · Crazy · Honky Tonk Man · Love You Out Loud · Luckenbach Texas (Back to the Basics of Love) · No One Else on Earth · Ring of Fire · Southern Nights · Streets of Bakersfield · Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under' · and more.

Learn to play rock and pop with Rockschool. These specially written arrangements develop the skills and techniques you need to help you achieve your musical goals. For Rockschool's 2018-2024 Bass series Rockschool have commissioned arrangements of titles reflecting popular music's rich heritage in all its forms and have tailored each piece to make it exactly right for the grade. You can also use titles from Rockschool's Classics series as part of the syllabus. The arrangements have been written and performed by top session musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in rock metal and pop. The tracks were recorded at Real World's acclaimed recordingstudios and feature live instruments and first rate performances for an unrivalled level of feel authenticity and musicianship. Featuring: James Brown - I Feel Good Grace Jones - Pull Up To The Bumper Lawson - Brokenhearted Gladys Knight - Midnight Train To Georgia Justin Timberlake - Rock Your Body Bob Marley and the Wailers - I Shot The Sheriff 6 Rockschool Originals Plus: Band and artist fact files with recommended listening In-depth walkthroughs of every track Easy-access downloadable audio Example tests and exercises