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Old 08-31-2008, 02:43 PM
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So I haven't plaed Upright in FOREVER!

I need some advice.
Some advice on how to get back into it,
I can't exactly just tilt my electric up to play it.
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Old 08-31-2008, 04:45 PM
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Step 1.) First thing would probably be to locate a bass.

Step 2.) Play it.
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Old 08-31-2008, 04:52 PM
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Step 1.) First thing would probably be to locate a bass.

Step 2.) Play it.
Step 3.) Get a teacher

Also, what type of music will you be playing?
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Old 08-31-2008, 04:57 PM
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Step 1.) First thing would probably be to locate a bass.

Step 2.) Play it.
Well, I uh, kinda figured that one.
True.
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Old 08-31-2008, 04:58 PM
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Step 3.) Get a teacher

Also, what type of music will you be playing?
I'm attempting to find one,
I'll be playing a mix of classical, and jazz.
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Old 09-01-2008, 10:23 AM
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Reorder

1) Find a teacher

2) Find a bass

3) Learn (re-learn) how to play it.
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