Thank you Chris for this video, i'm waiting for the next one. Just a detail i think for relaxation that breathing is also very important, to disconnect the breathing from the instrumental technique, to be independant with this aspect of things
I agree that breathing in a relaxed way is very important. I have no way to quantify that, though. I find that my breathing and the music don't seem to be directly connected except insofar as that the more I calm my breathing when playing, the better the music flows.
Hi Chris. As an amateur walking bass player I’m learning different “patterns” such as diatonic, chromatic , double chromatic etc. but when is a good time to use each of these? And how does one create melodic walking bass lines that aren’t logical in conception ( that support the theme and phrases of the song )? Thank you I vastly appreciate your videos.
Those are big existential bass player questions, and I'm afraid the only answer is to use them when they seem to fit and not when they don't. Can you expand on the second question about melodic walking bass lines a bit?
I respect the effort you gave and your willingness to share your expertise in this wonderful lecture. I commend you. Thank you.
Thank you Chris for this video, i'm waiting for the next one. Just a detail i think for relaxation that breathing is also very important, to disconnect the breathing from the instrumental technique, to be independant with this aspect of things
I agree that breathing in a relaxed way is very important. I have no way to quantify that, though. I find that my breathing and the music don't seem to be directly connected except insofar as that the more I calm my breathing when playing, the better the music flows.
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Hi Chris, great video! I like the sound you're getting from your bass. Wanted to ask, what strings are you using?
Thanks Taylor. I'm using Thomastik Dominants on the G-D-A and a Spirocore stark on the E.
@@chrisfitzgerald8356 Thanks! Sounds like a great combo!
Hi Chris. As an amateur walking bass player I’m learning different “patterns” such as diatonic, chromatic , double chromatic etc. but when is a good time to use each of these? And how does one create melodic walking bass lines that aren’t logical in conception ( that support the theme and phrases of the song )? Thank you I vastly appreciate your videos.
Those are big existential bass player questions, and I'm afraid the only answer is to use them when they seem to fit and not when they don't. Can you expand on the second question about melodic walking bass lines a bit?