Bass Lessons - Page 3
Master the “Little Green Bag” Bass Line: G Minor Pentatonic Grooves from 1969
Learn how to play the classic 1969 hit “Little Green Bag” with this Bass Gym lesson exploring G minor pentatonic riffs and syncopated groove.
The Perfect Major Pentatonic Bass Lesson: Learning Vince Guaraldi’s “Little Birdie”
If you’re looking for a fun groove to jam on and a way to dig into the major pentatonic scale, this lesson is for you. We’ll use Vince Guaraldi’s “Little Birdie” as our inspiration — it’s a lighthearted, soulful tune that perfectly captures how musical the pentatonic scale can be on bass. Let’s grab our instruments, get into the key...
Bass Gym: Explore D Phrygian on Bass With Open D Tuning for Darker Grooves
Discover how Bb major and open D tuning unlock the D Phrygian sound for rich, dark-toned bass riffs and modal creativity.
Walking Bass Made Easy: How the Circle of Fourths Unlocks the Fretboard
Learn how the circle of fourths can transform your walking bass practice. Build fretboard fluency and groove with this beginner-friendly bass lesson.
Bass Gym: Learn the Best Bits of Paul Denman’s Iconic Sade “Smooth Operator” Bass Line
Discover how to play the silky bass line from Sade’s “Smooth Operator” as Marek Bero breaks it down in this Bass Gym groove lesson.
Keep It Groovy: 4-Fret Bass Arpeggio Warm-Up to Build Strength and Groove in 3/4 Time
Build finger strength and rhythmic feel with this 4-fret bass arpeggio warm-up. Learn chord shapes and groove in 3/4 time with this beginner-friendly exercise.
Bass Gym: Making Black Sabbath’s “Iron Man” Even Heavier on Bass
Learn how to make Black Sabbath’s classic “Iron Man” riff even heavier on bass using power chords, low B string, and creative arrangement ideas.
The Dorian Mode for Bass: Patterns, ii–V Vamps, and Funky Groove Building
Learn the Dorian mode on bass: what it is, how it fits in theory, and how to groove over Dm7–G7 vamps for funky, pocket-ready lines.
Bass Gym: Practice Timing with a Heavy Shuffle Riff Inspired by Pantera
Build timing and articulation with this Bass Gym shuffle groove riff in E minor, blending heavy rock power with blues-inspired phrasing.
Beginner Bass Guitar Guide: What to Buy First and How to Upgrade Later
Learn what beginner bass guitar gear you need to start playing — plus simple, affordable upgrades to take your first bass further.
Why Every Bassist Should Learn Pick Playing: A Heavy Groove Lesson in A Minor
Discover why pick playing matters for bassists in this A minor groove lesson, featuring open strings, fast runs, and precise articulation.
Beginner Bass Solo Guide: Scales, Phrasing, and Articulation Made Simple
Learn how to play your first bass solo with beginner-friendly tips on scales, phrasing, and articulation.