Looking for a learning program for modes .

[Wind Blade Khan]

I'm a rookie in the bass game , but I'm very committed to learning and becoming the best that I can be. So I want to start at the beginning modes!!!! I really need you guys help with finding a professional development program. I really want to learn bass the right way.

 

[DuckSoup]

Since it sounds like you are super new, I'm going to give my recommendation which helped me when I started playing. Check out Scotts Bass Lessons. He covers various topics that will help a beginner out. He does it in a slow methodical way that kinda helps glue everything together.

He has a trial, give it a go.

 

[Mushroo]

Spend 2 weeks or so learning the major scale (Ionian mode) in every key. Then spend 2 weeks learning the minor scale (Aeolian mode) in every key. Come back in a month and I'll give you the next lesson.

 

[saeroner]

Start with the Major scale and learn the chord tones (arpeggios) that are associated with it instead of modes that are associated. Everything is based off the major scale. As the 2nd poster said Scott's Bass Lessons does a great job at letting you comprehend that. Opens up a huge door on theory and your duty as a bass player.

 

[mambo4]

Can you harmonize the major scale? If not, it is too soon for modes.
Understanding Harmony is more important than learning modes.

See the PDF linked in my signature for how to harmonize the major scale.

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

Since it sounds like you are super new, I'm going to give my recommendation which helped me when I started playing. Check out Scotts Bass Lessons. He covers various topics that will help a beginner out. He does it in a slow methodical way that kinda helps glue everything together.

He has a trial, give it a go.[/QUOT

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

Thank you , your information really helps out a lot !!!!

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

Spend 2 weeks or so learning the major scale (Ionian mode) in every key. Then spend 2 weeks learning the minor scale (Aeolian mode) in every key. Come back in a month and I'll give you the next lesson.

Look to hear from me in a month !!!!!!!!!!

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

Can you harmonize the major scale? If not, it is too soon for modes.
Understanding Harmony is more important than learning modes.

See the PDF linked in my signature for how to harmonize the major scale.

Thanks , this seem to be some deep information . Harmonizing the major scale !!!!! Digging in on the PDF link !!!!

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

Start with the Major scale and learn the chord tones (arpeggios) that are associated with it instead of modes that are associated. Everything is based off the major scale. As the 2nd poster said Scott's Bass Lessons does a great job at letting you comprehend that. Opens up a huge door on theory and your duty as a bass player.

Will do , Thanks !

 

[fearceol]

I'm a rookie in the bass game

In which case modes are best kept until a later time.

Chord Tones Are Primary | Bass Chord Patterns | StudyBass

 

[dexter3d]

Learn the major scale in all keys, from any note, skipping strings, in intervals etc. That's about a year long program for you.

 

[csc2048b]

don't rush. take your time, be patient, be thorough and learning modes will pay off.

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

In which case modes are best kept until a later time.

Chord Tones Are Primary | Bass Chord Patterns | StudyBass

Thanks !!!!!

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

don't rush. take your time, be patient, be thorough and learning modes will pay off.
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Didn't think it was so much info . But I had to re-think ( Gut Check ) "Learn it the right way " !
Thanks

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

Learn the major scale in all keys, from any note, skipping strings, in intervals etc. That's about a year long program for you.

lol.. Your program won't have you and I having much bass talk ( 365 Grind on the Major scale in all keys ) . lol..lol..

Thanks

 

[Lobster11]

Lots of great advice here. I just want to add: Before you get too deep into scales and such, be sure to get your physical technique in order. If you're just starting out, you have the opportunity to learn how to play efficiently (and safely!) from the get-go, and avoid developing bad habits that you'll regret and need to correct later. Start with the most basic stuff, like how to hold the bass (height, angle) and basic left-hand and right-hand techniques. Then, when you start working on your scales and such, be sure to start slowly and pay attention to maintaining your (good) technique while you're practicing. Once you start focusing on which notes to play, it's too easy to forget about how you are playing them. Don't let that happen.

Good luck, and welcome to the low end!

 

[Wind Blade Khan]

Lots of great advice here. I just want to add: Before you get too deep into scales and such, be sure to get your physical technique in order. If you're just starting out, you have the opportunity to learn how to play efficiently (and safely!) from the get-go, and avoid developing bad habits that you'll regret and need to correct later. Start with the most basic stuff, like how to hold the bass (height, angle) and basic left-hand and right-hand techniques. Then, when you start working on your scales and such, be sure to start slowly and pay attention to maintaining your (good) technique while you're practicing. Once you start focusing on which notes to play, it's too easy to forget about how you are playing them. Don't let that happen.

Good luck, and welcome to the low end!

Thank you !!!! Yeah , I hope to start this weekend !!!! After watching some college football !! I was tossing around in my head about bass strap height and where should the bass rest ? Mid chest , low chest area ? I guess i'll find out when/if lower back , shoulder pain start ...

Thanks

 

[Mushroo]

Learn the major scale in all keys, from any note, skipping strings, in intervals etc. That's about a year long program for you.

With all due respect: There are only 12 major scales. Each has only 7 notes. That is a total of 12 x 7 = 84 notes, to learn the major scale (aka Ionian mode) in all keys.

You are proposing that the OP spend 1 year to learn 84 notes. That is a rate of 1 note every 4.2 days. And then what about the other 6 modes? Are you proposing 1 year for each mode, for a total of 7 years to answer the OP's beginner question?

My proposal is that the OP push a bit harder, to learn at a rate of 7 notes every 1 day.

For example: The first major scale is C Major, no sharps, no flats: C D E F G A B.

Are you are proposing 4 days of learning C, C, C, C, C, C, 4 days of D, D, D, D, D, D, 4 days of E, E, E, E, E, and so on? Or are you proposing C D E F G A B, C D E F G A B, C D E F G A B, every day for 30 days?

I am proposing 1 day to learn C D E F G A B, C D E F G A B, C D E F G A B, C D E F G A B... okay, got it! Tomorrow, let's learn another!

OP mentioned they are curious to start learning about modes. My proposal teaches 2 out of the 7 modes, in every key, in a month's time. Then they will have the tools to study the other modes, learn songs in any key, jam with their friends, or join a band. Your reply of, "it will take 7 years to answer your question, one year per mode starting with major/Ionian" would discourage me as a beginner. Just saying. Hope I haven't given any offense.

 

[dexter3d]

There is a difference between being able to play something and mastering it. There are all the modes in the major scale. There is no use for them if you can only play them 1 to 1. Try to do it multioctave, starting with a different finger, starting with a different note, in all intervals both up and down, and beyond 7th, like tenths, in groups of 3,4,5 descending/ascending lines. In short, one year is still too optimistic, but 3 hrs a day should do it. OP-don't let anyone tell you it's easy. It will piss you off at some point and you'll hit plateau. From there it's up to you if you'll end up like 95% of bass bums, or become one of those 5% who have what it takes to master the instrument. Learning music is very time consuming and requires extraordinary discipline and devotion, even though thousands of 'youtube lessons' might suggest you otherwise.
p.s. don't go into modes if you haven't thoroughly mastered arpeggios. Arpeggios is going to be your bread and butter 95% of the time as a bass player. That's another year for you