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Bass Guitar for Dummies by Patrick Pfeiffer

Bass Guitar for Dummies

Patrick Pfeiffer

Wiley · Paperback · February 2, 2010

Updated with the latest bass guitar technology, accessories, and more The bass is the heart of music.

Techniques & SkillsGuitarString Instruments
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Who it’s for
Beginners learning bass guitar
Themes
Bass guitar fundamentals, Music theory and playing techniques
Genres
Guitar, Techniques & Skills, String Instruments

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Updated with the latest bass guitar technology, accessories, and more The bass is the heart of music. So leave center stage to the other musicians-you have more important work to do. You can find everything you need to dominate bass in Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition. You'll get expert advice on the basics, like deciding what kind of bass to pick up and which accessories are necessary and which are just nice to have.

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Plus, you'll get step-by-step instructions for getting started, from how to hold and position your bass to reading notation and understanding chords, scales, and octaves to playing solos and fills. - New coverage of slaps, double stops, de-tuning, and fretless techniques - New musical exercises as well as updates to charts, illustrations, photos, and resources - Includes bonus CD with audio clips of all the examples in the book Whether you're a beginner picking up a bass for the first time or an experienced player looking to improve your skills, Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition is an easy-to-follow reference that gives you just enough music theory to get you going on your way fast! CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.

Who it’s for

  • Beginners learning bass guitar
  • Experienced bass players looking to improve their skills

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String Instruments48%
Guitar46%
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  • Guitar
Authors
Patrick Pfeiffer
Publisher
Wiley
Published
February 2, 2010
Format
Paperback
Theme
Bass guitar fundamentals · Music theory and playing techniques
Reading lane
Guitar