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Free Online Electric Bass Lesson Video – Learn a Jazz Blues

Eric — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:39:04 +0000

Learn how to play chord melody on electric bass using 10ths and 3rds on the Jazz Blues standard “Blue Monk”. To get your complete program of Bass Lessons Online go to www.creativebasslessons.com where you can take delivery of TWO online bass lessons per week.

Learn how to play bass guitar chords in 10ths, as used on Lou Reed’s “Walk on the Wild Side” (where the 10ths are double-tracked and played on upright bass). This lesson is easy and systematic. www.creativebasslessons.com To get your complete step-by-step course of online lessons for electric bass guitar — from beginner to advanced — and to get even MORE FREE BASS LESSONS go to http
Video Rating: 4 / 5

I have a gibson tenor (4 strings) blues guitar. I was wondering if I could play it like a bass?

Eric — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 07:45:44 +0000

Question by Chris D: I have a gibson tenor (4 strings) blues guitar. I was wondering if I could play it like a bass?
The guitar is 4 stringed and I’ve always wanted to play the bass. Does anyone know if I can play bass songs on it?

Thanks! Again, its a Gibson Tenor Guitar.

Best answer:

Answer by satchjr2
Umm…it is possible but I don’t think it will sound good. First of all you would have to put on bass strings or at least super heavy gauged guitar strings…the guitar is not designed for that so it will probably have troubles holding a tune or even supporting the strings in general!!
The scale length on this guitar is relatively small compared to a normal 6-string and especially compared to a full size bass guitar….but the tenor guitar can be tuned in many different ways, mainly tuned in 5ths (like a banjo or mandolin).
So yeah you could play it like a bass if you wanted but I’m sure you will be disappointed, just go buy a cheap bass…

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Clean Junior – Gibson Les Paul Standard & Fender Blues Jr

Eric — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:46:48 +0000

I’m back A clean blues, BB Style, using: Guitar: Gibson LP Standard, neck pickup (Burstbucker 1) Amp: Fender Blues Junior Amp settings: Reverb:3 Master: 3 Middle: 5 Bass: 10 Treble: 8 Volume: 4 PS: I’ve just informed that Les Paul passed away. Thanks, Les, for inventing this amazing guitar. Your music and inspiration will live on forever RIP Les Paul …

Learn how to play Bass – Blues Funk Shuffle

Eric — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 10:54:58 +0000

www.EasyMusicLessons.com Learn to play bass with bassist JP Dias. Learn how to play Blues Bass lines, easy-to-follow beginner bass lessons. www.EasyMusicLessons.com

Blues legends thrill Allen Event Center

Eric — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 12:45:42 +0000

Blues legends thrill Allen Event Center
B.B. King connects with the audience during his performance at the Allen Event Center Aug. 29. Age can’t stop B.B. King and Buddy Guy, it seems.
Read more on The Allen American

ZZ Top Plays at the Beacon Theater
ZZ Top showcased its classic sound at the Beacon Theater on Sunday.
Read more on New York Times

Blues legends thrill Allen Event Center

Eric — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:52:44 +0000

Blues legends thrill Allen Event Center

Eric — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 09:52:44 +0000

Fender Blues Junior VS Marshall AVT50 | Gibson Les Paul Traditional Plus | Mark DiSciullo

Eric — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 19:49:26 +0000

This my comparison of a 15 watt Fender Blues Junior and a Marshall AVT50 (Valvestate2000) combo guitar amp. Although this demo should not be considered an “end-all” comparison of “Fender ” and “Marshall” tones, it will provide a general idea of the differences between the two amp builder’s tones. I’m using my 2009 Gibson Les Paul Traditional Plus to demo these amps. TECH SPECS: The amps are both recorded using Shure SM-58 mics through ProTools. Both amps are set to a “Blues” type EQ Treble(5), Mid(5)*, Bass (6.5) Reverb(4). The guitar is plugged straight into each amp with only a Morley ABC switcher in-between to split the signal. –Mark DiSciullo – www.yearoftheriver.com * Marshall “Clean” channel does not have a “Mid” EQ setting.
Video Rating: 4 / 5

How to Play the Bass Guitar : How to Play a Pentatonic Blues Scale on Bass Guitar

Eric — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:00:28 +0000

Play a pentatonic blues scale on bass guitar; learn how with tips from our professional bass guitar instructor in this free music lesson video. Expert: Carl Shepard Contact: www.entheosmusic.com Bio: Carl Shepard is a professional bass instructor working at Keller Music in Cincinnati, Ohio. Filmmaker: Jason Sager
Video Rating: 4 / 5

This clip is from one of the best DVDs available on learning bass. Here, the beginner is introduced to playing along with different music styles.. Check it out!
Video Rating: 4 / 5

Brett Marvin – PETE GIBSON – Walking Blues

Eric — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 04:47:50 +0000

Pete Gibson sings ‘Walking Blues.’ October 6th 2007. Pete, vocal frontman and percussionist with Brett Marvin and the Thunderbolts, is also a fine art painter and printer, and runs rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia/collectables site ‘WellAlright’ with Kip Trevor, (Black Widow,) noted singer and ex Creative Manager with Carlin Music Corp. Carlin signed Pete as songwriter/artist. Visit Pete and Kip’s site: www.wellalright.co.uk Brett Marvin are noted for having having a UK No. 2 hit with ‘Seaside Shuffle,’ under the name Terry Dactyl and the Dinosaurs, with Jona Lewie as keyboard player. Pete and fellow ‘Bretts’ can be seen at http The Brett’s guitarist is ace slide artist Graham Hine – web site: www.grahamhine.com Line up Pete Gibson: Vocals. Graham Hine: Guitar. David ‘Taffy’ Davies: Keyboard. Jim Pitts: Sax/Harp. Keef Trouble: Percussion. John Randall: Drums. Doug Strathie: Bass guitar. Video by Jack Slipper. Copyright © – All rights reserved.
Video Rating: 4 / 5