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Upright Bass Swing Music in A Flat

Presented by Ryan Larson

Play swing music in the key of Ab major, or A flat, on an upright bass, from walking bebop scales to reading progressions; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video series.

Series Summary

The bass has a bit of a chip on its shoulder. Many people think that the least talented musician in a band is assigned to the bass. But fewer strings does not necessarily translate into less creative impact. While much of pop music has relatively simple bass lines, even the most basic of these lines are crucial to creating a solid rhythm section. In more progressive forms of rock music as well as in jazz, the bass maintains the timekeeping function while adding a subtlety and depth to a band’s sound nearly impossible to achieve with the more intrusive lead instruments. In funk and hip hop, the bass steps up to center stage, pounding home dancefloor rhythms. And in reggae the bass takes over, with the guitar keeping the beat as expansive bass runs dance all around it.

In this free video series, watch as jazz artist Ryan Larson teaches basic swing progressions on an upright bass. Learn how to find the frets and chart the scales. Get tips on simple bass progressions and melodic patterns. With these easy online upright bass lessons, you are sure to improve your playing thanks to the experts at Expert Village.

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How to Read a Bass Chart in Eb7: Part 1

Read an E flat seven chart when playing swing music on bass in the key of Eb, or E flat scale; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

How to Read a Bass Chart in Eb7: Part 2

Learn tips for reading an E flat seven bass chart when playing swing music on bass in the key of Eb, or E flat scale; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

How to Play a Bebop Walk on Bass in Ab

Play a bebop walk when playing swing music on bass in the key of Ab, or A flat scale; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

Swing Bass Progression Reading Tips

Know what to look for when reading swing progression for an upright bass, including walking techniques and scales; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

How to Read a Bass Chart in Ab

Read a chart when playing swing music on bass in the key of Ab, or A flat scale; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

Tips for Reading a Bass Chart in Ab

Learn tips for reading a bass chart when playing swing music on bass in the key of Ab, or A flat scale; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

How to Read a B Flat Bass Chart

Read a B flat bass chart when playing swing music on bass in the key of Ab, or A flat scale; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

Tips for reading a B Flat Bass Chart

Learn tips for reading a B flat bass chart when playing swing music on bass in the key of Ab, or A flat scale; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

How to Play a Bebop Walk on Bass in Bb

Walk a bebop bass line in B flat when playing swing music on bass in the key of Bb, or B flat; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

How to Play a Bebop Walk on Bass in Eb7

Walk a bebop bass line in an E flat seven scale when playing swing music on bass in the key of Eb7, or E flat; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

How to Read a Swing Bass Progression

Read swing progression in an upright bass, looking for walking techniques and scales; learn how from our expert upright bass player in this free music instruction video.

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