Percussive Slap Bass
Feb 2011 · Mel Bay Publications
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About this eBook
This method book explains how percussive slap bass works with the drums, and how playing percussively will make you "lock" tighter with the drummer. Included are sections on building a percussive groove, pop control, moving patterns, individual string control, slap without pops, slapping with tensions, double pops, slapping with dyads, triplets, Flamenco thumb technique, odd meters, applied grooves, and a special section for a rhythm section workout. Notation and tablature are clearly explained with instructions on left hand muting and many slapping tips. This method will make your grooves sound fuller, making your playing mode more valuable to your rhythm section. Includes access to online audio.
About the author
Bassist/Author Chris Matheos is a native of Rochester, NY. He studied music at The Berklee College of Music in Boston. He has toured with national acts in about every style of music. He is endorsed by Washburn fretted basses, Keith Roscoe fretless basses, Conklin electric upright basses, David Eden Amps, Pigtronix effects, Washburn acoustic electric basses, and David Eden strings.
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