Bass Method Books

One of my instrutors told me that in order to become a good bass player, you must constantly listen to the music that you want to be able to play. I definitely agree with my teachers suggestion. I also use some very good supplemental method books to help with expanding ideas, listening to yourself and just plain pure enjoyment in your own personal creativity. Pro bass player Ed Friedland has put together a series of bass books that are what I believe some of the best books out there. Building Walking Bass Lines, Expanding Walking Bass Lines and Bass Improvisation would make nice additions to any intermediate bass players library. All three books come with a play-a-long CD where you can actually play with other pro musicians.

One of the best bass method books on the market today is another jewel by Ed Friedland. The Hal Leonard Bass Method Book covers everything for the beginning bassis who wants to learn notation reading and the basics of reading music as well as theory. This book covers everything under the sun and is a must for thos who have no reading experience whatsoever. I personally use this book for most of my private students.