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Old 04-25-2008, 08:27 PM
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any advice that anyone could give a beginner on bass would be super helpful
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Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice. Practice.

Also, it might be a good idea to Practice.

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im kinda overwhelmed being a beginner what exactly should i practice?
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If you don't know where to begin, a teacher would be very helpful.
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If you don't know where to begin, a teacher would be very helpful.
Even 3-4 lessons will keep you busy for 2-3 months, given you are willing to practice rather than trying to play muse songs.
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Get a teacher.

Learn technique.

Listen to and play many different genres of music.

Learn basic music theory.

Learn to play some guitar or keyboards as well.

Find a band to play in.

Work on developing an ear for the music, i.e. ear training.

Always play with a metronome or a drum machine. Timing is THE most important thing in music after playing notes that fits.

Practice. Practice. Practice...
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