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The Lost Art of Country Bass
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SKU: HL.695107
An Inside Look at Country Bass for Electric and Upright Players. Hal Leonard Bass Builders. Country, Technique and Play Along. Softcover Audio Online. With introductory text, instructional text, musical examples, bass notation and bass tablature. 80 pages. Hal Leonard #695107. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.695107).ISBN 9780793569922. UPC: 073999951073. 9x12 inches.
An introduction to country bass for electric or upright players. This book with online audio is an insider's look at country bass playing on stage and in the studio. The book includes lessons and music in the style of Hank Williams, Lefty Frizzel, Marty Stuart, David Ball, and more. It includes access to 35 songs with full band backing. You'll learn classic and modern country bass lines, how to be a studio bassist, how to read music with the Nashville Number System, and more! A killer country primer.' Bass Player magazine Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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.
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Based on 5 Reviews
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Sarah M.
December 17, 2025
Excellent Resource for Aspiring Bassists
This 'Lost Art of Country Bass' book is an exceptional teaching tool. The combination of bass notation and tablature makes it accessible, and the included online audio with PLAYBACK+ is fantastic for students learning rhythm and technique. It covers classic and modern lines, providing a solid foundation in country bass. A must-have for building chops, especially with the Nashville Number System introduction.
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
A Deeper Look at the Bass Foundation
While primarily for bass guitarists, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of country bass lines. For a collaborative musician, understanding the harmonic and rhythmic foundation the bass provides is crucial. The insights into studio playing and the Nashville Number System are excellent for appreciating how the bass supports the entire ensemble, which in turn elevates any vocal or lead instrument.
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Anonymous
December 14, 2025
Finally Sound Like Your Favorite Country Records!
As an adult learner, I'm loving 'The Lost Art of Country Bass.' It's so fun to play along with the 35 full-band backing tracks. The lessons on styles like Hank Williams and Marty Stuart help me really sound like the records. The PLAYBACK+ audio tools are perfect for slowing things down and making it achievable on weekends. Great for electric or upright players!
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Anonymous
December 14, 2025
Solid Country Bass for Studio & Stage
For working bassists, this book is a practical guide. The 'insider's look at country bass playing on stage and in the studio' is valuable, and learning both classic and modern lines is essential for requests. I appreciate the inclusion of the Nashville Number System for quick chart reading. The online audio with full band backing is a huge plus for practice and internalizing grooves.
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Ray M.
November 13, 2020
The Lost Art of Country Bass
This is a great book but would be very helpfull if names of tunes used were identified. But still a great book
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