Whats Is Hip?

[ReillyReilly]

I can't seem to find a tab anywhere that is really close to being right.

I like to use tabs for songs where I just really don't know where to go, and it seems like every site has the same, incorrect tab.

Does anyone have it?

 

[russianspy]

http://www.lucaspickford.com/

It's not a tab; but if you go to that site, then to transcriptions, you can find sheet music for it.

 

[ReillyReilly]

Thanks. Unfortunately for me, I can't read music. Well. Not well enough at least.

Back to the ol' "What? Wait... lemme rewind that. ****. Again. No. Again...."

 

[Jim Campbell]

Thanks. Unfortunately for me, I can't read music. Well. Not well enough at least.

Back to the ol' "What? Wait... lemme rewind that. ****. Again. No. Again...."

would it not be better to pick your way through the dots slowly......that way you learn the song and improve your reading

 

[ReillyReilly]

Oh I know it would be better of course. But it would also be better to walk to work every day and hunt every animal I eat.

 

[Jim Campbell]

Oh I know it would be better of course. But it would also be better to walk to work every day and hunt every animal I eat.

dude......you asked for a solution......obviously the route you were on was not working.....somebody gives you a viable option and you reject it because it requires a bit of work......see ya

 

[Matthijs]

http://www.lucaspickford.com/

Wow, great site. I've got it bookmarked.

And Jim and Reilly: lighten up!

Besides that: Tabulature is pictures in a cave. Standard music notation is modern script, comparing that to having to shoot your own food is very much besides the point. Get litterate! anyone can do it.

 

[ReillyReilly]

I'm definitely not the Serious Susan here dude. The problem IS that I can't read music... that's why I asked about a tab. If I could read the music, I wouldn't have asked for a tab.

And my comparison was an absurd one. Obviously.

Tabs are notes, written music is a language.
I don't speak the language but I could definitely use some notes.

 

[Matthijs]

I only started reading music at age 30 (I blame punk music). I had to read to be able to join a band I really wanted to be a part of. I did teach myself how and it made being a musician much much easier. Don't kid yourself it's not that hard, anyone can do it.

I know, right now you just want to learn 'What is hip' and you think this isn't helping. Try the transcription anyway. Use it as notes ,the same way you would use tabulature. Count the lines, follow the dots, write helpful notes in the transcription, you will be amazed at how far you will get. You probably will know about 80% of the song anyway, so use the transcription to fill in the blanks. This is the best way to learn how to read!

 

[Matthijs]

I had a quick look at the what is hip transcription and it's really a good song to start this. As far as music notation goes this is not a difficult song. For one: you will be able to see where to find the E on the bar quite easilly.

Oh, and: you do speak the language, it's just the reading part

 

[Jim Campbell]

I had a quick look at the what is hip transcription and it's really a good song to start this. As far as music notation goes this is not a difficult song. For one: you will be able to see where to find the E on the bar quite easilly.

Oh, and: you do speak the language, it's just the reading part

perhaps if you served it on a silver platter.......

 

[GreggBummer]

Oh, and: you do speak the language, it's just the reading part

I think you can be a functional musician without reading music, but it does make your life a lot easier being able to read. If time is of the essence with learning "What Is Hip?" then, use your ear and tab. However, pick another song to read and learn.

Also, I think everyone who posted before was trying to encourage you... not criticize you. If there is anything I can do to help you, PM me.

FWIW, I learned to read music just in the last few years. I can't read and play at the same time. I am not a working jazz musician... but I can read and learn. I can use written music to communicate with my band mates, my teachers, and other other musicians. I am a weekend warrior, I am not a professional. At 36 years old, this did nothing but open doors.

If not now, when?

 

[Bobbo 77"]

Órale,
Remember, back in the day, when us "Old Cat's" would sit in front of our "turntable's", and cut new groove's in our album's to learn our bass part's???
I think it's better to hunker down, and learn those little dots and flags Never too old (or too young) to learn this art!

TAB...BAD!

 

[SteveC]

Remember, back in the day, when us "Old Cat's" would sit in front of our "turntable's", and cut new groove's in our album's to learn our bass part's???

Yeah, I always think how spoiled players are these days with the ability to loop small sections of CD, change the speed without changing pitch, etc. I remember the turntable days and LP's. The good old days.

 

[Jim Campbell]

Yeah, I always think how spoiled players are these days with the ability to loop small sections of CD, change the speed without changing pitch, etc. I remember the turntable days and LP's. The good old days.

yes,the good old days were definitely harder,but i'l bet the determination and hard work you put in learning that way have paid you back many times over in many different ways.....and not just in music

often times i find tabs for songs,but since i don't read them well i convert to dots and bob's yer uncle.....it's time consuming,but i end up with the desired song learned and a tad more proficient in tab reading.....

 

[GreggBummer]

I don't agree that TAB is bad, it is just limited. I still use it , although I tend to do what Jim does and start putting in music notation. That has helped my ear and reading since I started doing that.

I had to go back and re-learn "Brown Eyed Girl" last weekend. I knew the song, but haven't played it in ten years. After "gisting" it, I went back and wrote the major parts out in notation. I make one page sheets with lyrics, bass parts, and so on. I have been writing a rock/blues "fake book" for the last two years (Just for me, so don't sick any lawyers on me). I didn't start doing it on purpose, I just developed a big binder of music over the past few years. I take it to practice with me. I am sure that it is not 100% "correct", but it works for me. Now that I think about it, I am proud of that book. There is a lot of work and love in that thing.

 

[SteveC]

I am sure that it is not 100% "correct", but it works for me. Now that I think about it, I am proud of that book. There is a lot of work and love in that thing.

I do that, too. When I learn a new tune I do my own "cheat sheet" for it. I don't usually use it after the first rehearsal, but the PROCESS of doing it helps you learn the song better.

I used to be hung up on doing tunes "note-for-note" but I have relaxed that a bit. As a band we like to put our own "spin" on things. I think as long as you get the "big hooks" you can give the rest of the tune a "more you" flavor.

 

[Norwoodrules]

that's a bit of a severe reaction.

dude......you asked for a solution......obviously the route you were on was not working.....somebody gives you a viable option and you reject it because it requires a bit of work......see ya

 

[Jim Campbell]

that's a bit of a severe reaction.

but an accurate one.....people have taken the time and trouble to help and instead of going for it he chooses to give up because it involves some effort....i would rather help those who are at least willing to step up and help themselves

 

[Bobbo 77"]

or... you can go here http://www.youplayalong.com/video/60dc97fe3e5dfea/What-is-hip--Tower-of-power and watch THIS cat doin' it! You might find it easier watching it!http:
and... for the all important "essense" on "how to get that sound,feel, AND,finger-funk"!