Basic Bass

There are many songs on jazzleadsheets.com that would be helpful for bassists of all levels, but certain parts of the arrangement are a little difficult for less experienced players. In order to make them within everyone's reach, we've created BASIC BASS parts. We've simplified the bass line instead of re-writing it, so the bassist can still practice along with the original recording and lock right into the bassist and the rest of the rhythm section on the track. Even inexperienced bassists can play the charts without losing the integrity of the arrangements.

There's a fundamental reason why the bassist is usually positioned in the middle of the rhythm section, between a pianist (or guitarist) and drummer. The bassist must be the glue that holds the rhythm section together. The bassist's ultimate goal is to make the rhythm section feel good and hold together.

Play our Basic Bass parts along with the original recordings. Playing along "with" great bass artists who are sandwiched between great pianists and drummers will immediately broaden your musical experience. Playing our BASIC BASS editions with the original recordings, while listening carefully to these great artists, making sure you're locked in with them, is extremely valuable experience. Soon you won't be inexperienced any more!