Master the Art of ‘Jamming’ On Bass Using These 3 Methods (Plus 3 Tips)

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  • Опубліковано 28 лип 2024
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    If you don’t know how to jam on bass, the whole idea of playing music with other people can be scary and intimidating. It’s much ‘safer’ to just stay in your room, playing by yourself.
    But if you did that, you’d miss out on one of the most rewarding and satisfying parts of being a bass player - making music with other people. Especially creating music from scratch!
    Luckily, you don’t have to know dozens of songs, thousands of licks or millions scales. In fact, you can learn how to jam on bass without any of these things.
    You see, there are 3 super common jamming scenarios:
    1. Jamming with you on bass and a drummer
    2. Jamming with a chordal player, like a guitar or a piano
    3. Jamming with a full band
    For every scenario, there are slightly different approaches that you need to take, but there are also tips that will work in nearly every situation, and you’ll get those in the lesson as well.
    Of course there are other kinds of situations, but these 3 are the most common, and when you know how to approach each of them, you’ll have no trouble jamming in any of them.
    If you go through the lesson and STILL feel like you’re not ready to play with other people; like you need to ‘get it together’, try my Beginner’s Starter Pack to get your playing to the next level. In it, you’ll get a collection of my best lessons, plus you’ll learn the all-important element that beginners miss: the ORDER to learn things in.
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    Of course if you have any questions about anything in the lesson, just drop a comment down below and I’ll answer them as best as I can.
    Good luck with the lesson and happy jamming!
    Cheers,
    Luke
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 350

  • @Hulavuta
    @Hulavuta 5 років тому +216

    Thanks for another great lesson. You definitely make the most easily-applicable videos, every time I watch there's something I can go right ahead and start doing. Perfect balance of both the give a fish and teach to fish idea, haha.

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому +14

      That's pretty much exactly what I'm going for Hulavuta! I'm so happy you think so.

    • @bryantherocker
      @bryantherocker 3 роки тому +1

      @@BecomeABassist I love that ripe banana finish on that Bass

  • @NameName-cp3sx
    @NameName-cp3sx 5 років тому +143

    For a bit Overview:
    0:56 - Szenario #1 (you + drummer)
    3:58 - Szenario #2 (you + drummer + other harmonic instrument)
    7:00 - Szenario #3 (full band)
    9:40 - Good extra Tips!
    I recommend not to skip straightly to the third szenario, since they are built on each other. Have fun!

    • @shubhharish490
      @shubhharish490 5 років тому +16

      Thanks for this! Btw, it's "scenario," not "szenario"

    • @NameName-cp3sx
      @NameName-cp3sx 5 років тому +35

      @@shubhharish490 Oh! Forgot that! In German it's Szenario, old Habit I guess ;)

    • @nikoandreoli6959
      @nikoandreoli6959 4 роки тому +4

      Interesting spelling

    • @peterthirdandthebridges
      @peterthirdandthebridges 4 роки тому +6

      I like your username "name name"

  • @awabqureshi814
    @awabqureshi814 5 років тому +371

    your bass looks like cookie dough and I love it

  • @Generalbas1972
    @Generalbas1972 5 років тому +73

    8:47 if you get lost in the drummers groove, just ask where beat one is...….hopefully you never have to jam in Cuba cause the answer you would get there is "Listen to the clave"

  • @malindukumaradasa3851
    @malindukumaradasa3851 4 роки тому +61

    This really made me feel a lot less nervous of an upcoming performance where I have to play with some senior musicians where I'm a bass beginner. I think I can face it much more confidently now.
    Thanks a lot!

    • @regimiro4888
      @regimiro4888 4 роки тому +20

      A wise man once said, always be the worst musician in the room.

    • @DIGITAL7Media
      @DIGITAL7Media 4 роки тому +4

      Just relax, let loose and have fun. How did it go?

    • @brodsworth4966
      @brodsworth4966 4 роки тому

      How did it go

    • @SilkieSquid
      @SilkieSquid 2 роки тому

      How did it go?

    • @malindukumaradasa3851
      @malindukumaradasa3851 2 роки тому +7

      I didn't see all these replies till now.
      It went quite well. I didn't take it too serious and just tried my best to fit in while having fun on my own 😊

  • @emp5352
    @emp5352 5 років тому +85

    4:51 - Every Christian rock song

    • @captbuscemi
      @captbuscemi 3 роки тому +7

      And a key change up a tone every chorus.

  • @KeithCamplin
    @KeithCamplin 5 років тому +57

    Great info here. I’m sure there are a lot of us that had to figure this stuff out on our own over the years.
    If only youtube was available 30 years ago.

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому +5

      For sure Keith - it's a total game changer for learning nearly anything you want to.

    • @warrenmorphis4208
      @warrenmorphis4208 5 років тому

      Amen !!

  • @MM-vs2et
    @MM-vs2et 5 років тому +211

    I wish I had musician friends. In my school, barely no one plays any music instruments other than the guitar, and they're not even that great at it

    • @No-to4id
      @No-to4id 5 років тому +44

      Such is the life of a bass player lol, surrounded by average guitar players with above average egos! I know exactly how you feel. You'll get lucky and find someone you work really well with, just keep putting yourself out there!

    • @gutbucket260
      @gutbucket260 5 років тому +12

      Tell them to smarten up and drop their smart phones and step away from face book for an hour a day and actually step into "Life".

    • @portlandshomlessproblem1728
      @portlandshomlessproblem1728 5 років тому +2

      Martin Anthonyo Craigslist is your friend as a musician

    • @chasemichon1907
      @chasemichon1907 5 років тому +2

      Keep working and you'll make connections. Don't give up :)

    • @shuaigemen8756
      @shuaigemen8756 4 роки тому +2

      I’ll be your friend 😂 😊

  • @jdsalinger73
    @jdsalinger73 5 років тому +119

    No worries bro. "Beatboxish" is used to communicate to the drummer quite often at rehearsals.
    Boo boo KA! BOO bu boo KA! TSSSssss.......

  • @andreashanke6497
    @andreashanke6497 4 роки тому +5

    I really like and appreciate your well balanced approach of teaching the bass online. I am an intermediate guitar player and try to proceed with the bass now. Very good work! Please keep it up! Greetings from Germany

  • @phillipmcguire3335
    @phillipmcguire3335 5 років тому +2

    You are very good in your instructions. Easy to understand, clear and concise. Thank you for your encouragement

  • @wolfhunterx4597
    @wolfhunterx4597 4 роки тому +5

    Thank you for this lesson I found this to be very helpful as a bass player!

  • @UncleT-wo2ny
    @UncleT-wo2ny Рік тому

    I've played bass at amateur level on and off for 30yrs. I haven't felt comfortable with jam sessions of recent. This video has given me major pointers.
    I will continue to practice at home using these tips.👍

  • @JonathanBrough-wg7ji
    @JonathanBrough-wg7ji 5 років тому +2

    Your lessons are great and practical. Thank you!

  • @bertking6599
    @bertking6599 4 роки тому +1

    Way to be. Always easy to follow and I get more out of your tutorials than expected. Pretty solid stuff.

  • @anthonysacco2276
    @anthonysacco2276 5 років тому +2

    Fantastic. Excellent tips. Thank you

  • @TheHoinoel
    @TheHoinoel 5 років тому +3

    Kickass videos man. Really helpful and great pacing & vibe

  • @grasscutter1963
    @grasscutter1963 5 років тому +2

    You are amazing Luke. I’ve noticed that you have the teachings that help me have confidence that I can do this as a very new beginner . Thanks so so much for the videos.

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому +3

      You're welcome Jay. I psyched the videos are helping with your confidence. That's always a win in my book!

  • @sentko8926
    @sentko8926 4 роки тому +5

    You actually made me plug my bass again. You gave me an idea that I think I will explore myself, but thanks for responding to all comments, you're a gem.

  • @kenncorbs2384
    @kenncorbs2384 5 років тому +1

    Encouraging! Your tips are awesome! Thank you!

  • @JoseMendez-ci6zq
    @JoseMendez-ci6zq 3 роки тому

    Hey Luke, you are doing a great job, you really are blessing others, God bless you and yours!

  • @ozgurevas
    @ozgurevas 5 років тому

    Thank you very much. This lesson is very helpfull.

  • @lawyerpace
    @lawyerpace 5 років тому +2

    I've learned so much from your teaching.

  • @hearpalhere
    @hearpalhere 5 років тому +8

    Thanks Luke! I'm really enjoying your lessons. I'm a guitarist who plods along on bass and these are really helpful for me to branch out a bit on the instrument.

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому +2

      That's great! I'm glad you're getting something out of them - that's always good news!

  • @elhuolocura
    @elhuolocura 5 років тому +2

    You are probably the best teacher ever, thank you so much for all your lessons

  • @Pontiac3501
    @Pontiac3501 4 роки тому +1

    Playing bass guitar is fun and good relaxation to pass the time. Thanks for the very interesting lesson.

  • @diegovargas70
    @diegovargas70 5 років тому +1

    very usefull lesson, and by the way, the sound of your Spector is authentic Bass Heaven!!

  • @patrickvilda9929
    @patrickvilda9929 5 років тому +1

    Thanks a lot for your course Luke ! I will practice better the walking bass.

  • @scantojack09
    @scantojack09 5 років тому +1

    Great video very informative thanks for this from LA

  • @julesburkard6784
    @julesburkard6784 4 роки тому +1

    This was so so helpful, thank you !

  • @hamkaab3634
    @hamkaab3634 5 років тому

    many many thanks, Luke. Top tip!

  • @jedicazador
    @jedicazador 5 років тому +2

    Thanks again! Your such a good teacher you have helped me get out of a rut I've been stuck in thanks

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому +2

      That's what I love to hear! Thanks so much for letting me know!

  • @DanielLizzama
    @DanielLizzama 5 років тому +6

    Wow. Luke, your tutorials are very substantial!

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому

      I'm glad you think so Daniel! I try to pack as much in them as I can without going overboard.

  • @mr.harajuku4974
    @mr.harajuku4974 4 роки тому

    This was amazing!! Adding to a jam on bass is so different from guitar

  • @sumo751
    @sumo751 4 роки тому

    Awesome Tips for someone looking to learn! Thanks mate!!!

  • @markrodgers2976
    @markrodgers2976 4 роки тому +2

    Another solid tutorial ! Those small embellishments on the Dm,C,G pattern were cool ! I just stole the hell outa them LOL!

  • @mikemurray2590
    @mikemurray2590 Рік тому

    Hands down easiest and most direct bass lesson ❤ great teacher thank you!

  • @johnd942
    @johnd942 Рік тому

    Thank you for this presentation; worthwhile.

  • @stevenmcfarlane8831
    @stevenmcfarlane8831 5 років тому +1

    Said it before and I will say it again you are a great teacher, thank you.

  • @luvindabass102
    @luvindabass102 4 роки тому

    Thank you for this instruction!

  • @ayindex
    @ayindex 4 роки тому +4

    I like how the captions at 8:21 says [plays spicier bass line]😂

  • @ianmackenzie686
    @ianmackenzie686 5 років тому +2

    Excellent vid! Thanks for sharing.

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому

      No worries Ian. Thanks for checking it out.

  • @MosquitoBite82
    @MosquitoBite82 5 років тому +4

    Wow! I've watched a couple of your videos by now and you're great in the way you explain, in what depth and how to show by example.
    Thanks a bunch!

  • @jamesgraham6796
    @jamesgraham6796 5 років тому +5

    Things are finally starting to make sense. Thank you

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому

      Awesome to hear James! Keep at it, and thanks for checking out the video.

  • @johnstanley1812
    @johnstanley1812 3 роки тому

    Great lesson, encouraging

  • @ashtonparkband
    @ashtonparkband 2 роки тому

    "Bass"ics Thanks Luke. I'm starting to play for a new band classic rock and can never get enough reminding of what to be thinking about when getting together with new musicians for practice.

  • @alexmurphy5289
    @alexmurphy5289 4 роки тому

    Phenomenal video. Really really helpful

  • @cids1599
    @cids1599 5 років тому +1

    Awesome fun instructional videos. Your a wealth of knowledge.🌹🌷🌺

  • @kofimbiah8193
    @kofimbiah8193 Рік тому

    You will forever remain my Bass Teacher. Bless you!

  • @JoseMendez-ci6zq
    @JoseMendez-ci6zq 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Luke.
    Your lessons are really helpful to me thanks for been there.
    I’m dealing with rhythm, and would be helpful if you could do more pop balada, pop rock rhythm.

  • @Mixedkidbx1
    @Mixedkidbx1 5 років тому

    Great stuff man love it

  • @razor8j270
    @razor8j270 5 років тому

    What a great video 👍 thank you

  • @beatrocka5
    @beatrocka5 5 років тому +2

    Subscribed!! Awesome lesson!

  • @lexwoods1406
    @lexwoods1406 2 роки тому

    Slick playing, Great video man. Solid tips

  • @zadokmotorfreight2423
    @zadokmotorfreight2423 5 років тому

    Fantastic video! Boy is that a sweet bass!!

  • @jmford45
    @jmford45 5 років тому +2

    Wow gr8 video man I wish I had this before my first jam session lol 😄 thanks for sharing

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому +1

      No worries Jojoe! I'm happy you got to see it for your NEXT jam session!

  • @giarusai83ss
    @giarusai83ss 5 років тому +1

    Great as Always 👍🏼 Thanks

  • @donjierequiso5779
    @donjierequiso5779 5 років тому +1

    Great lessons, very practical and very useful

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому

      Glad you think so Donjie! Thanks for checking them out.

  • @iknowyouarebutwhatami
    @iknowyouarebutwhatami 5 років тому

    Awesome Video !!! Great work

  • @wesleyking7000
    @wesleyking7000 3 роки тому

    Thanks, this was very informative

  • @edrian780
    @edrian780 4 роки тому

    Thank you bro i learned a lot.

  • @narshsart3620
    @narshsart3620 5 років тому

    Love ur tone man

  • @digitalpapa55
    @digitalpapa55 5 років тому

    Awesome tone

  • @fransdewe8761
    @fransdewe8761 Рік тому

    Thanks I learned a lot, great

  • @torbjornsjoholm6376
    @torbjornsjoholm6376 4 роки тому

    Great! Thanx! 🙂👍🎸

  • @franktagye5543
    @franktagye5543 3 роки тому

    thanks for all the info now I need to take it all in and practice!

  • @mjmorgan-maloosefingers9135
    @mjmorgan-maloosefingers9135 4 роки тому

    Absolutely!

  • @juditharmstrong6267
    @juditharmstrong6267 5 років тому +1

    This is just so fabulous

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому

      Thanks Judith. I'm happy you think so! :)

  • @happyagain855
    @happyagain855 3 роки тому +1

    Man you have a great channel...just bought my first guitar and your channel is the best. (I'm a Drummer by genetics)

  • @Aegianlulz
    @Aegianlulz 5 років тому +1

    Very informative video, thanks!

  • @pauls1236
    @pauls1236 4 роки тому

    Love your Bass Guitar
    Nice

  • @charlieem.1590
    @charlieem.1590 3 роки тому

    Thanks man this is so useful

  • @miltonchavez1262
    @miltonchavez1262 4 роки тому

    Good tips!

  • @GlizzyTwoStep
    @GlizzyTwoStep 7 місяців тому

    Stepping in my band to play bass! Cheers brother

  • @jenniferbarnard36
    @jenniferbarnard36 5 років тому +2

    You do a really nice job ... Keep it up

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому

      Thanks so much Jennifer - I really appreciate it.

  • @Os0911
    @Os0911 4 роки тому +2

    Nice lesson

  • @iwannaplaybass8127
    @iwannaplaybass8127 5 років тому +1

    Good lesson always interesting

  • @ayzee12
    @ayzee12 5 років тому

    You're great!

  • @jphvnet
    @jphvnet 5 років тому

    Lovely sound!!!

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому +1

      Thanks friend! I love the sound of this bass.

  • @michael_caz_nyc
    @michael_caz_nyc 2 роки тому

    I hit like & subscribe. You said one of the Most Important pieces-of-advice (I have ever received) @ 5:05 - 6:05. Amazing content presented here. oNe LovE from NYC

  • @xanderdaniels8284
    @xanderdaniels8284 5 років тому +1

    I love that Spector

  • @pippashaw8224
    @pippashaw8224 5 років тому +2

    Hi. I love my Spector Bass.

  • @johngenzalle9054
    @johngenzalle9054 Рік тому

    Thanks for all the helpful tips. I absolutely love that model of Spector bass that you have in this video. What exactly is it so I can search?

  • @peterbell9686
    @peterbell9686 3 роки тому

    Just thanks!

  • @skiphoffenflaven8004
    @skiphoffenflaven8004 2 роки тому

    Yea! Thanks!

  • @tankslapper4686
    @tankslapper4686 5 років тому +6

    Damn... that bass is gorgeous...

  • @vei_chou
    @vei_chou 5 років тому +11

    Thanks for the great lesson... hoping to play in the church after some months...

    • @smokeysmith1282
      @smokeysmith1282 4 роки тому +3

      Hey,
      Nothing is better than being able to play in your church band in so many ways. God Is Great! Peace!!!

    • @GengarOP
      @GengarOP 4 роки тому

      Allah akbar

  • @joannalewis5279
    @joannalewis5279 8 місяців тому

    Great video

  • @74dartman13
    @74dartman13 5 років тому +2

    Great lesson. I play guitar and I'm building a bass soon. This is definitely helpful!👍😎🎸🎶

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому +2

      Awesome 74dart man! Let us know how it sounds when you're done.

    • @74dartman13
      @74dartman13 5 років тому +1

      @@BecomeABassist thanks! Will do!👍😎🎸🎶

  • @aabhudevkota
    @aabhudevkota 4 роки тому

    thankyou

  • @willammoreno6550
    @willammoreno6550 5 років тому +1

    thanks for that video helps me to keep rhythm and compas that is my problem, if you could give me some advice I would like it

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  5 років тому

      Hey Wuillam - Can you give me an example of what you mean?

  • @henrique9
    @henrique9 Рік тому

    thanks

  • @Slimboyfat1979
    @Slimboyfat1979 5 років тому +1

    Thanks mate. Appreciate your videos.

  • @pandita872
    @pandita872 5 років тому

    I like this bass.

  • @oldmangleking4812
    @oldmangleking4812 Рік тому

    people like you are real legends

  • @betterworldok3802
    @betterworldok3802 5 років тому +1

    Very niece I'm learning something

    • @a.g.santos
      @a.g.santos 5 років тому +1

      Betterworld ok very nephew too

  • @artprintvisual
    @artprintvisual 3 роки тому

    Excellent teacher.

    • @BecomeABassist
      @BecomeABassist  3 роки тому

      Glad you’re getting something out of the lesson @sunyatascope!

  • @didierlambreyds
    @didierlambreyds Рік тому

    Great!!!!!!

  • @TheAlmightyYaya
    @TheAlmightyYaya 4 роки тому +4

    I like how you tend to stick the tongue out when playing as a sign of a weird musical concentration. It might be likable to me because I do this as well, or probably because, well, it just is incredibly cool. *Cheers Luke!*

  • @absolving
    @absolving 5 років тому +6

    Thanks for this, Luke. I just have problems identifying notes on the fretboard, it baffles me. Do you have any videos explaining it? I love your style of teaching.

    • @n.o.b.s.8458
      @n.o.b.s.8458 5 років тому +1

      A good start is learning your major and minor scales. That way, you can at least figure out where you are buy going through the scale. Also, study charts for the notes on the neck.

    • @absolving
      @absolving 5 років тому

      @@n.o.b.s.8458 Thanks for the advice, i havent learnt my scales yet so ill do that. I have looked at charts before and find it hard to memorise.

    • @khettykatt5187
      @khettykatt5187 5 років тому +1

      I’ve been playing bass for 20 years and still have no idea how to read notes, I don’t play scales, I simply create my own stuff that sounds good

    • @absolving
      @absolving 5 років тому

      @@khettykatt5187 that's amazing. Just goes to show maybe theory isn't all that important in the end. (Not to say it's not useful to learn which of course it is)