About Course
Introduction to the Upright Bass is a comprehensive course designed for aspiring bassists eager to develop foundational skills on the upright bass. Led by Hilliard Greene, a seasoned musician with over 30 years of experience in classical, jazz, rock, blues, R&B, and tango, this course offers step-by-step guidance through essential techniques, including proper hand positioning, understanding the instrument’s parts, and basic playing methods.
Throughout the course, students will explore the role of the upright bass in various musical genres, learning to establish groove and rhythm within a band setting. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, enabling learners to play along with tracks and develop timing and consistency.
By engaging with structured lessons and hands-on exercises, participants will build a solid foundation in upright bass performance, preparing them for more advanced studies and ensemble playing.
Introduction to the Upright Bass is a comprehensive course designed for aspiring bassists eager to develop foundational skills on the upright bass. Led by Hilliard Greene, a seasoned musician with over 30 years of experience in classical, jazz, rock, blues, R&B, and tango, this course offers step-by-step guidance through essential techniques, including proper hand positioning, understanding the instrument’s parts, and basic playing methods.
Throughout the course, students will explore the role of the upright bass in various musical genres, learning to establish groove and rhythm within a band setting. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, enabling learners to play along with tracks and develop timing and consistency.
By engaging with structured lessons and hands-on exercises, participants will build a solid foundation in upright bass performance, preparing them for more advanced studies and ensemble playing.
Course Content
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Choosing A Bass To Own
03:41
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Care, Feeding, Playing
03:30
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Boom Chicks
04:04
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Half and Whole Steps
03:07
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Boom Chicks With Fills
05:32
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Playing Major Scales
04:08
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Expanding the Major Scales
04:32
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Minor Scales
07:25
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Intervals Through Octave
05:19
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Unison Through Octave
04:13
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Triads
06:22
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Expanding Triads Through an Octave
03:56
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Chart Reading
06:44
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Seventh Chords
05:37
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Expanding Chart Reading
04:48
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Triads and Seventh Chords in the Minor Scale
05:46
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Hearing Tonal Center
08:56
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Hearing Chord Changes
04:18
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Basic Bass Rhythms
06:35
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Basic Walking Bass
07:27
