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Great Online Bass Courses

Great Online Bass Courses

Episode 21 · · 31:12

Bob and Reuben list off some of their favorite bass courses you can get online

Bass Standards (Part 2)

Bass Standards (Part 2)

Episode 20 · · 43:16

Bob and Reuben continue their exploration of some of the most recognizable bass licks in jazz music.

The Balance Between Electric & Upright Bass

The Balance Between Electric & Upright Bass

Episode 19 · · 30:50

Bob and Reuben weigh the pros and cons that come along with the two different versions of the bass

Bass Standards (Part 1)

Bass Standards (Part 1)

Episode 18 · · 57:23

We've all heard of jazz standards, but what about those tunes with instantly recognizable bass riffs? Bob and Reuben list off some of their favorites.

Making Practice Enjoyable

Making Practice Enjoyable

Episode 17 · · 15:48

Bob and Reuben offer up some tips on how to look forward to your practice sessions instead of dreading them

Reading Music vs. Learning by Ear

Reading Music vs. Learning by Ear

Episode 16 · · 21:20

Bob and Reuben weigh the pros and cons of learning how to play with sheet music or learning tunes completely by ear.

Gig Etiquette

Gig Etiquette

Episode 15 · · 27:03

So you got the gig - great! Now what? Bob and Reuben discuss some ways to make sure you keep your fellow musicians happy during the show.

Let's Talk About Bass Solos

Let's Talk About Bass Solos

Episode 14 · · 20:50

Bob and Reuben dispel the stereotype that bass solos are boring, and also explain how to make sure you're keeping the audience engaged during your solo

Let's Discuss Setups

Let's Discuss Setups

Episode 13 · · 37:26

It might be a "bass nerd" thing to talk about, but your setup has a huge impact on your overall sound

More Bass and Drum Teams (Pt.4)

More Bass and Drum Teams (Pt.4)

Episode 12 · · 54:41

It's Bob's turn to pick his bass and drum teams this week, and he chooses an especially funky pair this time around

Special Guest: Greg Hutchinson

Special Guest: Greg Hutchinson

Episode 11 · · 41:27

Bob and Reuben interview expert jazz drummer and educator Greg Hutchinson about what bassists and drummers should do to best serve the music

Stay Humble, Stay Hungry, and Be Cool

Stay Humble, Stay Hungry, and Be Cool

Episode 10 · · 16:56

Reuben explains the meaning behind his personal mantra

Bassist & Pianist Relationships

Bassist & Pianist Relationships

Episode 9 · · 25:59

Bob and Reuben discuss what pianists look for in good bass players - and what we want out of pianists

Great Bass & Drum Teams (Part 3) - PC, Philly Joe, and More!

Great Bass & Drum Teams (Part 3) - PC, Philly Joe, and More!

Episode 8 · · 42:01

This time it's all Reuben's picks as he lists some more legendary bass and drum duos

Great Bass & Drum Teams (Part 2)

Great Bass & Drum Teams (Part 2)

Episode 7 · · 36:41

Bob and Reuben continue their exploration of some of the best rhythm sections in jazz history

Great Bass & Drum Teams (Part 1)

Great Bass & Drum Teams (Part 1)

Episode 6 · · 29:09

Bob and Reuben listen to some bass and drum duos that made up some of the best rhythm sections of all time

Bassists Who Deserve Wider Recognition (Reuben's Picks)

Bassists Who Deserve Wider Recognition (Reuben's Picks)

Episode 5 · · 42:27

This time it's Reuben's turn to showcase a few unsung bass heroes

Bassists Who Deserve Wider Recognition (Bob's Picks)

Bassists Who Deserve Wider Recognition (Bob's Picks)

Episode 4 · · 37:18

Bob highlights some bassists that he thinks deserve a little more love

Daily Practice Advice

Daily Practice Advice

Episode 3 · · 23:12

Learn some easy tips that you can use every day during your practice sessions

Aha! Playing Moments

Aha! Playing Moments

Episode 2 · · 29:53

Bob and Reuben recall some things they've seen on the bandstand that caught their attention.