by Have you ever noticed that when you try to make up a bass line or take a bass solo, it just sounds like you’re just going up and down a bunch of scales?
If so, you’re not alone!
This is something that a ton of bass players struggle with. I definitely went through this myself. In fact, I still feel like this every once in a while.
I’ve talked about playing more melodically before, but in this lesson, I want to give you some very specific recommendations of how to stop running scales and actually play something singable and memorable.
You see, there’s an interval that’s found in a ton of melodic bass lines and actual melodies. Once you notice it, you’ll start hearing it everywhere!
More importantly though, you’ll be able to start using the interval for yourself and injecting that same melodicism into your playing. Check out the lesson here:
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FREE - Download The Tabs For All The Melodies and Bass Lines In This Lesson
Download the tabs and notation to all of the songs from this lesson and start playing them today!
You'll also get 3 formulas that use the interval and two incredibly melodic solo licks that use the 6th.
Now if you don’t use this interval, will you not sound melodic? Not necessarily.
You don’t have to use it, but if you do, you’ll have a much better chance of playing something singable and memorable. Rather than just going up and down scales, now you can make a real musical statement.
Be sure to download the PDF guide that goes with the lesson. In it, you’ll find all the tabs and notation for all of the melodies and bass lines from the video.
You’ll also get a few extra tips and tricks for exactly where to use the interval so it works with the chords in the song you’re playing. And finally, you’ll get a couple of solo licks that you can use right now in your own bass lines and bass solos.
Good luck with the lesson and happy melody making!
Cheers,
Luke
Great video Luke! As always, I loved your presentation, your practical application, and real world examples. Very good material … thanks!
Thanks so much Kevin! Good to see you hear again. And I’m so glad to hear you like it!
I really don’t care for tabs, I am trying to teach myself to read. My problems are read syncopate line.
The ‘tabs’ in the download have standard notation as well William. I don’t have any lessons on reading notation yet, but if I make them, I’ll be sure to let you know.
Thanks Luke.
it’s easy to understand.
Thanks Luke.
No worries Angga – glad you think so!
Another great presentation, Luke.
You have made picking up the bass and starting again after 40+ years so much more fun and enjoyable. Wish you’d been around then,
ha ha ha.
My days of ” plonking ” are no more,
Look forward to your next installment.
Cheers, mate. Dukesy.
One of the best lessons you’ve done, Luke!
great content, great presentation.