Bass books

[KingRazor]

I wanted to get some bass books to expand my knowledge of the bass.

I've been playing for about 3 years now and am comfortable with the instrument, but haven't been exposed to very many styles of music, and haven't played any blues/jazz/funk or any of that.

I was looking at some of Ed Friedland's books, such as "Bass Grooves: Develop Your Groove and Play Like the Pros in Any Style".

Any other recommendations?

[fearceol]

I'm not familar with the Ed Friedland book you mention, but all his books seem to get good recommendations here. I would recommend another two of his books.

BUILDING WALKING BASS LINES - ED FRIEDLAND (PAPERBACK) NEW (9780793542048) | eBay


Amazon.com: Hal Leonard Bass Method - Complete Edition: Books 1, 2 and 3 Bound Together in One Easy-to-Use Volume! (9780793563838): Ed Friedland: Books

[funkybass]

For blues I'd start with Dave overthrows begining blues bass. It has a bunch of classic blues grooves. After that I like Jon Liebmans book. For funk, if you are talking fingerstyle funk, josquin des pres classicfunk and r&b book is cool. I
Also like the James brown funk master book, as well as standing in the shadows of Motown.

[gmahoog]

Groove 101. This book has really helped me get a feel for timing as well as where a bass line should fit. I just completed chapter 1 after 2 months of study and now I'm more precise when I play in my band.

BassBooks.com - Your Ultimate Online Resource of Educational Material for the Bass Guitar - GROOVE 101

[MalcolmAmos]

Jamey Aebersold Jazz then go to the bass section and check out the play-a-long selections.

Have fun.