Bass Courses
Browse through the wide ranging free and premium bass courses that are available here on Zoltan's Bass Lounge
Electric Bass
Advanced
Intermediate
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ELECTRIC BASS
The Major Scale Approach
This course is designed to give a strong grounding to all 12 major keys on both 4 and 5 string electric bass. The course gives an overview of the makeup of the major scale and then takes you in depth to every major key. The material covered provides the gateway to tackle great basslines and solos.
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ELECTRIC BASS
Rhythm & Notation Volume 1
A course to explain and give exercises to improve your rhythm playing and reading. This is volume one taking you from whole notes to eighth notes. As rhythm is a vast subject this is a huge body of work even though we only go "as far" as eighth notes.
Beginner
Double Bass
Advanced
Intermediate
Beginner
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Double Bass Foundations
Start right at the beginning and make sure you have a strong foundation to build on. Taking the time to get the basics right will help faster progress as your playing develops. This is a Free course to get you off to a great start with your double bass studies.
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Major Scales In Lower Positions
This course will teach you the major scales in twelve keys in the lower positions. We will explore all the aspects of musical knowledge and technique involved in playing these scales on the lower part of the double bass.
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Major Triads In Lower Positions
During this course you will use the major scale structure to establish the notes of the major triad in all twelve keys. You will learn how to locate these notes on the lower part of the double bass while having the opportunity to pick up basic reading skills.
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Minor Scales In Lower Positions
This course will teach you the minor scales in twelve keys in the lower positions using the major scale to determine the notes. You will learn how to shift between positions on the neck and how to check intonation.
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Minor Triads In Lower Positions
During this course you will use the natural minor scale structure to establish the notes of the minor triad in all twelve keys. You will learn alternate finger patterns enabling you to play the same run different ways, while learning how to recognize common finger patterns.