First Lessons Upright Bass Book With Online Audio
Instrumental Work | Tuition
COMPOSER:
Christopher Tordini
PUBLISHER:
Mel Bay Publications
INSTRUMENTATION:
Double Bass
PRODUCT FORMAT:
Instrumental Work
This book and accompanying audio is a detailed guide to learning how to play the upright Bass. Designed for beginners, no prior musical knowledge is necessary. Included are lessons on technique fundamentals, reading music, andbasic music theory. The book also emphasizes the importance of crafting a
Specifications
Composer | Christopher Tordini |
Publisher | Mel Bay Publications |
Instrumentation | Double Bass |
Grade of Difficulty | Easy |
Number of pages | 32 |
Product Format | Instrumental Work |
Description Product Type | Book and Audio Online |
Genre | Method |
ISBN | 9780786698561 |
Series | FIRST LESSONS |
No. | MB30006M |
Description
This book and accompanying audio is a detailed guide to learning how to play the upright Bass. Designed for beginners, no prior musical knowledge is necessary. Included are lessons on technique fundamentals, reading music, andbasic music theory. The book also emphasizes the importance of crafting a personal approach and relationship to the instrument.
Although having a private teacher to help you through all of the exercises and concepts isideal, the book is designed to supply you with anything and everything you might need to start on your own. Includes access to online audio.
Song List
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1. French Bow
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2. German Bow
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3. Standing with the Bass
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4. Tuning the Double Bass
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5. Right Hand Technique
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6. Pizzicato
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7. Arco
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8. Left Hand Technique
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9. Basics of Reading Music
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10. Clefs
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11. Staff (Mnemonic Devices Used for the Lines and Spaces)
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12. RHYTHM
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13. Exercises on the Open Strings
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14. Half Position
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15. Major Scales in Half Position