Bass Solos

Although soloing is not the "primary" role of the bassist, the most well-rounded players have mastered accompanying, but can also solo well. Bassists who want to improve their solo chops benefit greatly from studying and playing along with transcriptions from the great bass soloists from all generations including Paul Chambers, Doug Watkins, George Duvivier and Peter Washington. This area of the Bass Corner is meant for those bassists who have already put in time on the primary supportive functions of the bass within a group and are ready to take their playing to the next level. Being a great bass soloist won't get you the gig, but it can definitely be the icing on the cake that distinguishes the most well-rounded players.