Mike's Master Classes

Walking Bass and Soloing Line Construction

1 lessonsIntermediate
5.0 (2 reviews)
Drew GressBy Drew Gress
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What You'll Learn

Utilizing the standard Autumn Leaves, Drew discusses and demonstrates constructing walking bass and solo lines. Techniques covered include:
  • How to break away from typical walking bass lines
  • Early and delayed resolutions
  • Working with listener expecations
  • Harmonization
  • Playing with clarity
  • Fast tempos and relaxation
  • Practicing
  • Ideas for soling over half diminished and ii - V7 - i
This class is valuable for soloists and chordal players in addition to bassists.

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Agustin Bernal
8/4/2016

Great masterclass from a true great bassist, composer, improviser and human being. Drew has been an inspiration for me all my life and to see him play and teach is a dream come true. I have purchased his other two classes and enjoyed them as wellHighly recommended!!!

Joseph Gretz
1/24/2015

I got a lot out of this masterclass. It follows the description very well, and my biggest take away was his description of how to play with clarity and intent. <br /> <br /> IMHO, getting the opportunity to hear Drew improvise on Autumn Leaves during the intro is worth the price of admission alone. <br /> <br /> I think there is something here for bassists of all levels, but players with a solid grasp of music theory will benefit the most.