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Blues Bass with Larry Cook
In this series, Larry digs deep into what the role of the bass is in the Blues. From the basics of 12-bar Blues to the stylistic nuances of some of the greatest players in the genre.
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Larry Cook
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About this course
In this series, Larry digs deep into what the role of the bass is in the Blues. From the basics of 12-bar Blues to the stylistic nuances of some of the greatest players in the genre.
What you'll learn
- Learn how to set up bass for traditional blues sound using flatwound strings and foam muting
- Learn the role of bass in blues music development
- Understand the difference between country blues and urban blues
- Understand gear choices for authentic blues bass tone
- Develop ability to navigate blues song structures
Release date: 03/05/2015 • 5h 51m runtime
Sample lessons
Common Blues Scales
The Mixolydian Mode and the Blues
Expanding the 12-Bar Blues Progression
Applying the Walk-ups and Walk-downs
The Basic Shuffle
Applying the Shuffle to the 12-Bar Blues
Major Pentatonic Box Pattern Shuffle
The Pattern Over a 12-Bar Blues Progression
What's included
102 lessons • 29 charts
Series Introduction
Larry introduces the series and talks about what to expect.
History of the Blues and Gear Rundown
In this lesson, Larry walks through the evolution of the Blues from the fields of southern plantations to modern blues rock. He also walks through his bass and how he sets it up to get the right bluesy sound.
History of the Blues and Gear Rundown
In this lesson, Larry walks through the evolution of the Blues from the fields of southern plantations to modern blues rock. He also walks through his bass and how he sets it up to get the right bluesy sound.
Common Blues Scales
Examine four fundamental scales crucial to playing the blues. Larry walks through the major and minor pentatonic scales, the Mixolydian mode and, of course, the blues scale.
Common Blues Scales
Examine four fundamental scales crucial to playing the blues. Larry walks through the major and minor pentatonic scales, the Mixolydian mode and, of course, the blues scale.
Common Blues Scales
Examine four fundamental scales crucial to playing the blues. Larry walks through the major and minor pentatonic scales, the Mixolydian mode and, of course, the blues scale.
Common Blues Scales
Examine four fundamental scales crucial to playing the blues. Larry walks through the major and minor pentatonic scales, the Mixolydian mode and, of course, the blues scale.
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hbass
02/15/25
Blues Bass with Larry Cook
Great teacher. Really didactic. He covers many aspects of the bass besides technique. I hope there are more courses from him.
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