Long time no see.

[CombatRock]

Whats up bass forum, it has been a while since I have posted here, so most of yall dont know me, but thats not the point.

Im in a bass rut right now to say the least. This is my 4th year playing bass, everything has been going smoothly, know all the notes, how to read tabs, learn songs by ear, im alright in my book. But I have never botherd to learn very far into the theory of bass, I never really understood the point of knowing so much knowlege. I now relize that its time to learn.

Im not trying to sound ignorant or arrogant, becuase I really wanna know. My question is what is the point of learning all these scales and chords, how do you incorporate them into jamming with a guitar player and/or a drummer.

Wheres a good place to start learing theory, tonight I have been looking at the lessons section trying to get a good idea. I guess a good start would be to learn all the scales right?

[ebe9]

Pick up a copy of "Bass Guitar For Dummies" Very decent as an introduction to theory and how you can use it in your playing.

[Led_Zeppelin678]

"The Complete Idiot's Guide To Music Theory" is amazing.

[HaVIC5]

www.musictheory.net
www.teoria.com

Two great sites for beginners to intermediates.

[EADG]

The point?


You can improvise easier, write easier, communicate ideas easier...


What's the point in not learning it, really. That's my question. Theory improved my playing by leaps and possibly even bounds.

[bottlerocket]

"The Complete Idiot's Guide To Music Theory" is amazing.

I've scanned it before at Barnes and Noble. It's a really good source.

I slightly remember you, by the way. Welcome back. :thumb:

-Gav

[CombatRock]

Thanks for the help guys.

Im going to pick up a copy of Bass for Dummies, and if I am ever by a Barnes and Noble, i will check out the other book.

Thanks, and its nice to be back.