Description:

Mode Shapes for Bass is a method of acquiring technical proficiency, aural skill and harmonic knowledge simultaneously -- in other words, a book for your hands, ears and brain. Mode Shapes is geared toward the intermediate student of the 4-, 5-, or 6- string bass guitar who may feel "stuck" and wants to take his or her playing to the next level. Each mode is individually and carefully explained in the first section, then expanded through exercises in the second and third sections. This book fills gaps in fretboard knowledge while promoting technique, training the ear, and solidifying harmonic concepts. "Learning and internalizing the modes in your mind and on your bass will allow you to use a whole palette of colors". Written in Standard Notation and uses Fretboard diagrams (no TAB). 65 pages.