What I've Learnt From 19 Years As A Pro Bassist (With Tips For YOU!)

After nearly 20 years of earning money through no other job than bass playing, I have a few tips that WILL help you if you're keen to improve your bass playing:

1. 00:32 Skills that other musicians value above all others
2. 01:41 Two areas that make bass playing easier
3. 02:29 Learn different styles of music
4. 03:39 Master bass by learning MUSIC
5. 04:26 Be aware of the key bassists in history (& develop YOUR voice)
6. 05:18 The number 1 musical skill
7. 06:32 Music theory unlocks creativity
8. 07:25 You don't have to be a technical wizard
9. 08:06 Be prepared
10. 09:29 NO ONE cares about your gear
11. 11:06 Some musicians do seem to love a Fender Precision
12. 11:45 Be professional, prepared, punctual, and easy to get on with
13. 12:26 A really useful skill is to be able to read and make charts
14. 14:00 Befriend great drummers
15. 14:59 You only need to know a few things (but REALLY well)

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