Details
- Genres:
- Jazz
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Series:
- Hal Leonard Bass Builders
- UPC:
- 073999950083
- ISBN:
- 9780793542048
- Item types:
- Physical
- Instructionals:
- Methods and More
- Artist:
- Ed Friedland
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Size:
- 9x12 inches
- Number of Pages:
- 64
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.66 pounds
SKU: HL.695008
Hal Leonard Bass Builders. Instructional, Jazz and Play Along. Softcover Audio Online. With chord names, instructional text and introductory text. 64 pages. Hal Leonard #695008. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.695008).ISBN 9780793542048. UPC: 073999950083. 9x12 inches.
A walking bass line is the most common approach to jazz bass playing, but it is also used in rock music, blues, rockabilly, R&B, gospel, Latin, country and many other types of music. The term 'walking' is used to describe the moving feeling that quarter notes create in the bass part. The specific goal of this book is to familiarize players with the techniques used to build walking bass lines and to make them aware of how the process works. Through the use of 90-minutes' worth of recorded rhythm tracks, players will have the opportunity to put the new learning directly into action. This book literally gives bassists the tools they need to build their own walking bass lines.
About Hal Leonard Bass Builders
Bass Builders is a series of technique book/audio packages created for the purposeful building and development of your chops. Each volume is written by an expert in that particular technique. And with the inclusion of audio - either CD or cassette - the added dimension of hearing exactly how to play particular grooves and techniques makes this truly like a private lesson.
All The Small Things
- More by this Composer:
- Ed Friedland Ed Friedland Electric Guitar Ed Friedland Bass Guitar Ed Friedland Bass Guitar Tablature
- Series:
- Hal Leonard Bass Builders
- Artists:
- Ed Friedland
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.7 Rating
3 reviews
Sarah M.
Dec 16, 2025
This Ed Friedland book is a fantastic teaching tool for jazz and genre-spanning bass lines. The instructional approach is clear and builds foundational skills effectively. While not about specific fingering for piano, the comprehensive method for walking bass is ideal for student bassists learning rhythmic independence and musicality. The included 90-minutes of rhythm tracks are invaluable for practice and developing a strong sense of time, making it highly recommended for school or community use.
Ethan P.
Dec 15, 2025
While this book isn't for piano accompaniment, it's an excellent resource for any musician looking to understand fundamental bass line construction. For a collaborative musician, comprehending how a walking bass supports the harmony and rhythm is invaluable. Ed Friedland explains various bass textures and their applications, which deepens one's overall ensemble musicianship. It's a great reference for appreciating the bassist's role and how to interact effectively, even if your instrument is different.
Vladislavski
Apr 7, 2013
Very comprehensive and useful for beginner and intermediate bassists.
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