Just got out of ICU. Relearning bass again. I started bass in 2014. I am 66 now. Been a steady choice bass player at church since 2016. Will be again. Just got to get over the stroke and aneurysm and get the strength back in the left hand. The doctors said bass would be the best therapy! Yeah!
Best wishes brother I'm going through the same thing. I had a seizure in 2022. Wrecked my whole left hand having to relearn everything. I'm still working at it. 12 years of playing gone😢
@yedidiyanikelo789 heal well brother, the process after a stroke or a seizure is different I believe. You lose all co ordination on your left side even walking is a chore. I wish my hand was broken, but I feel you in terms of not being able to play..
1. System: 1) Writing Numbers over words of song. 2) Sheet music (reader) 3) Tab 2. Hit three levels of learning. 1) Just get through the song. 1 4 6 2 2)How they getting through the song? Pulsing? Or different kind of groove. 3) Getting the details of song.
I can totally relate with not being able to retaining information after several hours of practice time. I've played for over 20 years, mostly jazz standards. Decided to get into a cover band to try to make a little money for fun. I found a band in Music Connection a "Beatles" cover band that was paying the most at the time, I met with a few fellas they liked me and I was in. Thomas, the guitar player gave me a whole stack of Beatles songs, all the sheet music written out in piano treble clef. He expected me to learn 20 songs in just a few weeks because there was a gig coming up. Anyway, I put myself on a strict regiment practicing schedule. I went through this sheet music morning, noon, and night just trying to get a feel for it. On the day of the gig I could only remember the first four songs of the play list the rest of the day was choppy doing a lot of improvising and playing by ear. Eventually I did memorize the rest of the material but some of these band leaders put too much pressure on us bass players, they think just because the bass guitar is mostly a single note instrument it's got to be easy to memorize 20 songs in just a couple days. I mean come-on bro give me a break, I'm not a computerized robot with artificial intelligence. It takes a long time to learn that much material, let alone memorize it.
I had a stroke and started to get back the use in my right. I'm left-handed, but I playwright handed. I look forward to hearing from you. more important information from you
What you said!! Talk as much wisdom as you are led and let the trolls find another channel. The number system notation is a game changer for jogging the memory when it is time to minister. Fixing and strengthening your weaknesses is a must for improvement. Every point you made I used them to get me out a playing rut several years ago. I’m a witness that it works!
I started playing bass early 80s. Haven't played bass in church in about 8 years, thinking about going back.... thanks for the encouragement hand wisdom
Hey man thanks for this video, i fall into the category of being 20,,,30 years behind. I see all of these musicians on these videos and blogs and think everyone is so much better, This video helps keep my grounded.
Bro your intro was spot on. So glad I bumped into you. Your. I'm currently working on buying my own bass because it will help me put in some time. Need to work on my middle finger, speed and endurance
Jermaine thanks for your break downs endurance is my biggest issue want to get better with my speed I'm round 55 years old still love to play just want to get better
I picked up the bass as a beginner..had it parked in a corner for a year now coz I felt so demotivated for not understanding it..and I see myself becoming an awesome female bass players in church and minister and motivate people outside
Hey boss, I'm a bassist from Grenada. I took away that tip where you said to dig into the aspects i'm struggling with. That makes a whole lot of sense. Thanks boss!!!
I pretty much like everything that you said you confirmed some things that I was already doing and some things that I need to add to what I'm doing for example writing down my critique of myself I think that's a great. I started as a flute player and I found that after I picked up the bass a few years ago my ears and listening to music have been improved I am able to hear chords and automatically find the right key of those cords much faster.
You Sir are so much "On Point!... I have been playing for more than 50 years. I really appreciate your explaining your way presenting! Your speech reflects the experience that you are passing on!... God Bless You Man!... Each line can advance the students years of development if they are willing to receive it!
I love your teaching style, I understand and it’s not as intimidating as some of the others that I tried following who “play too much”. Keep doing what you do please ❤️💪🏾 🎸
Man, this helped me immensely! Focus on targeted areas is definitely where I need the most work, in my opinion. Keep talking, just remember it may not resonate today. However, over time, they will remember what you said. Oh, that's what Jermaine was talking about. 😂😂 It happens to me when I go back to watch some of our past one on one lessons.
It's been over 20 years since I've last picked up a bass. I've never played church music before because the style that we play in Hawaii are mostly reggae. Simple but repetitive, which doesn't have a lot of room to explore. It kept me from progressing. But, After watching your videos, I've become more in tune with my bass. Thank you sir. Aloha from Hawaii. 🤙🏽🤙🏽
I began working on a system very similar to yours a few years ago in a Praise Band I was playing in. I have since began using it in all the music I play. While I don't use the Nashville system, I do use the OnSong app and it allows me to change keys in seconds. It also has an 'annotation library' section that has helped me greatly so I don't get lost. It's nice to get confirmation that others are using this same type system. It was slow at first, but continually gets faster. It has been well worth the effort.😁 Thanks Jermaine.
The method of matching the NN, note or turnaround to the lyric is exactly what I was going to try because the lyrics are on a big screen in the back of the sanctuary that the worship team uses.
I have been playing bass since 1979 at the age of 12. Played in a few throw together garage rock bands in the 80s. In 1990, I started playing in traditional and contemporary church chiors and worship / praise bands (pretty much nonstop 24 years on that scene). I dabbled in a few short-lived bass lessons with teachers. I can play off chord charts, and I know how to read sheet music, but I really want to strengthen my music theory of scales, etc.
Awesome lesson, just what I needed to hear. Sound approach to developing your skills measurably. Things I have been doing intermittently but this confirmation to make part of my regimen.
Jermaine Morgan; Dude, You are the Truth Bruh; I learn something every time I click on one of your vids, whether it's hands on instruction, or just something to think about, you provide a wealth of very useful knowledge about Bass and life; Thanks Young Man, Much Appreciated. 👊🏿
Jermaine this was so good really not just saying that. System’s is how we become successful. It creates a consistent flow of knowledge and information that is continuously evolving . Thank you for sharing always. By the way it’s great to see you bro keep it up.
I got good fast by joining different style bands. I was playing salsa, country, rock, metal, tejano and just learning playing in the key and noticing the habits of musicians. It seems like a lot but if you learn keys and playing in circles, aka jazz falls (Autumn leaves), you'll be okay.
Thank you for that saying just get the meat and potatoes and get through the song that helps a lot And building your ear and learning some other keys to the song
Hello Jermaine. Thanks for posting these types of videos. I'm new to bass and have been trying to self teach myself for a year now. I picked it up last March so one year is approaching. I've made some great strides in the beginning but feel like I've hit a wall to my progress. I'v signed up with different online programs which have been very helpful to my overall learning and I even had a teacher for a few months, which I didn't find as helpful as I've heard. I practice 3 to 5 days a week on average for approximately 1-2 hours a night. I struggle with learning notes, chords, and speed. I also have some flying fingers going on but not too bad but I don't want the to get out of control. I'm 56 so I'm an older learner and wanted to know how can I find the right system to improve in my problem areas and overall learning?
Asking band mates for feedback helps ALOT!! If they want you to improve, they'll be honest with what could be improved based on listening you play throughout the session.
Hey this info really helps. But just starting back to play bass after a while at church i am having trouble playing fills, any excise or recommandations? any videos?
I’m 51 from Savannah Georgia jb is my name I go by, and I need your help on the number system. I play bass guitar with my ears and I don’t know church songs that good enough to remember them. I play in my father church. I really need your help on church songs and getting better
Hi Jermaine, I’m kind of stuck on the rhythmic patterns, as in my church we play some modern music and the rhythmic patterns are variants in a way that I have to memorize many changes in a single song, could you help us out in that matter, I use the letters, and numbers system for the melodic, Just need a method for rhythmic patterns
Jermaine with the number system, why do you think that is easier to remember than just remembering the notes....I'm only asking because I'm trying to figure out a way to learn 4 songs solid that i've never heard in a week. We can't have sheet music during the service and must be able to roll through the song
Understood!! Learning the notes, or rather knowing your fretboard is important for sure, but knowing the numbers gives more freedom… If the key of the song is changed last minute and you’re only going off notes then you’ll have to be quick transposing the notes in your head. With numbers it’s all the same.
I have a problem knowing all the notes that are on the fret board. In other words when I play the major scales for example I know the C major scale C,D,E,F,G,A,B,C. But when I play the D major scale I know the root note is D, and buy looking at my bass, I don't know what the 2nd note is. But I know that all major scales are played with the same pattern. So in other words I can play a D major scales but I want know what all the notes are that I am playing. That has been a big issue with me Mr. Morgan and this is Mr. Illes Bass telling you this we have spoken with each other on the phone before Ann via email also.
Why do people think you're trying to be like when you learn songs note for note? I'm asking because a lot of people I've talked to think you are supposed to stop at learning the changes or chord progression.
Thank you for that saying just get the meat and potatoes and get through the song that helps a lot And building your ear and learning some other keys to the song
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Just got out of ICU. Relearning bass again. I started bass in 2014. I am 66 now. Been a steady choice bass player at church since 2016. Will be again. Just got to get over the stroke and aneurysm and get the strength back in the left hand. The doctors said bass would be the best therapy! Yeah!
Wow! Very inspiring! Keep going 💪🏾💪🏾
Best wishes brother I'm going through the same thing. I had a seizure in 2022. Wrecked my whole left hand having to relearn everything. I'm still working at it. 12 years of playing gone😢
@@OlandoMcCall I am working at it every day. Keep going man!
@yedidiyanikelo789 heal well brother, the process after a stroke or a seizure is different I believe. You lose all co ordination on your left side even walking is a chore. I wish my hand was broken, but I feel you in terms of not being able to play..
🙏🏻🙏🏻🎶
I love tutorials like this. I waited till I was 62 to start learning the notes and number system!!!! Pray for me people!!!! 🙏
I like your style i,m 67 and stop playing ten times in my life but did play in church 10 years ago but i want to start back playing peace
1. System: 1) Writing Numbers over words of song. 2) Sheet music (reader) 3) Tab
2. Hit three levels of learning. 1) Just get through the song. 1 4 6 2 2)How they getting through the song? Pulsing? Or different kind of groove.
3) Getting the details of song.
I can totally relate with not being able to retaining information after several hours of practice time. I've played for over 20 years, mostly jazz standards. Decided to get into a cover band to try to make a little money for fun. I found a band in Music Connection a "Beatles" cover band that was paying the most at the time, I met with a few fellas they liked me and I was in. Thomas, the guitar player gave me a whole stack of Beatles songs, all the sheet music written out in piano treble clef. He expected me to learn 20 songs in just a few weeks because there was a gig coming up. Anyway, I put myself on a strict regiment practicing schedule. I went through this sheet music morning, noon, and night just trying to get a feel for it. On the day of the gig I could only remember the first four songs of the play list the rest of the day was choppy doing a lot of improvising and playing by ear. Eventually I did memorize the rest of the material but some of these band leaders put too much pressure on us bass players, they think just because the bass guitar is mostly a single note instrument it's got to be easy to memorize 20 songs in just a couple days. I mean come-on bro give me a break, I'm not a computerized robot with artificial intelligence. It takes a long time to learn that much material, let alone memorize it.
I had a stroke and started to get back the use in my right. I'm left-handed, but I playwright handed. I look forward to hearing from you. more important information from you
What you said!! Talk as much wisdom as you are led and let the trolls find another channel. The number system notation is a game changer for jogging the memory when it is time to minister. Fixing and strengthening your weaknesses is a must for improvement. Every point you made I used them to get me out a playing rut several years ago. I’m a witness that it works!
I started playing bass early 80s. Haven't played bass in church in about 8 years, thinking about going back.... thanks for the encouragement hand wisdom
Absolutely! 👊🏾😎
Keep talking brother, you're helping me.
Hey man thanks for this video, i fall into the category of being 20,,,30 years behind. I see all of these musicians on these videos and blogs and think everyone is so much better, This video helps keep my grounded.
Bro your intro was spot on. So glad I bumped into you. Your. I'm currently working on buying my own bass because it will help me put in some time. Need to work on my middle finger, speed and endurance
Jermaine thanks for your break downs endurance is my biggest issue want to get better with my speed I'm round 55 years old still love to play just want to get better
I picked up the bass as a beginner..had it parked in a corner for a year now coz I felt so demotivated for not understanding it..and I see myself becoming an awesome female bass players in church and minister and motivate people outside
It’s possible! Keep going 🙏🏽
@@JermaineMorganBassThank you !🙏
Hey boss, I'm a bassist from Grenada. I took away that tip where you said to dig into the aspects i'm struggling with. That makes a whole lot of sense. Thanks boss!!!
I pretty much like everything that you said you confirmed some things that I was already doing and some things that I need to add to what I'm doing for example writing down my critique of myself I think that's a great. I started as a flute player and I found that after I picked up the bass a few years ago my ears and listening to music have been improved I am able to hear chords and automatically find the right key of those cords much faster.
You Sir are so much "On Point!... I have been playing for more than 50 years. I really appreciate your explaining your way presenting! Your speech reflects the experience that you are passing on!... God Bless You Man!... Each line can advance the students years of development if they are willing to receive it!
I love your teaching style, I understand and it’s not as intimidating as some of the others that I tried following who “play too much”. Keep doing what you do please ❤️💪🏾 🎸
Man, this helped me immensely! Focus on targeted areas is definitely where I need the most work, in my opinion. Keep talking, just remember it may not resonate today. However, over time, they will remember what you said. Oh, that's what Jermaine was talking about. 😂😂 It happens to me when I go back to watch some of our past one on one lessons.
Absolutely 👊🏾🙏🏽
It's been over 20 years since I've last picked up a bass. I've never played church music before because the style that we play in Hawaii are mostly reggae. Simple but repetitive, which doesn't have a lot of room to explore. It kept me from progressing. But, After watching your videos, I've become more in tune with my bass. Thank you sir. Aloha from Hawaii. 🤙🏽🤙🏽
Awesome, thanks for sharing!
Outstanding instruction and comments!
I began working on a system very similar to yours a few years ago in a Praise Band I was playing in. I have since began using it in all the music I play. While I don't use the Nashville system, I do use the OnSong app and it allows me to change keys in seconds. It also has an 'annotation library' section that has helped me greatly so I don't get lost. It's nice to get confirmation that others are using this same type system. It was slow at first, but continually gets faster. It has been well worth the effort.😁 Thanks Jermaine.
Thanks Jermaine for your great videos and keep on talking :)
Thanks.. all tips are helpful
God bless
Yes Jermaine it helps, you talking and explaining things that some of us bass players are struggling with. You're doing a great work. AG From Jamaica
The method of matching the NN, note or turnaround to the lyric is exactly what I was going to try because the lyrics are on a big screen in the back of the sanctuary that the worship team uses.
I have been playing bass since 1979 at the age of 12. Played in a few throw together garage rock bands in the 80s. In 1990, I started playing in traditional and contemporary church chiors and worship / praise bands (pretty much nonstop 24 years on that scene). I dabbled in a few short-lived bass lessons with teachers. I can play off chord charts, and I know how to read sheet music, but I really want to strengthen my music theory of scales, etc.
Totally understood! One of the best ways is applying the scales you currently know in context of what you’re already playing.
started learning bass in 2018 but left for a while now back at it again.. your videos have always been a great help man thank you
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Man I can definitely relate when it comes to retaining information
Love your work. Cheers
Love you bro. You are down to earth! Targeted learning was on point!
Awesome lesson, just what I needed to hear. Sound approach to developing your skills measurably. Things I have been doing intermittently but this confirmation to make part of my regimen.
Awesome video..well explained with great advice..Cheers
Thanks 🙏🏾 my brother
Jermaine Morgan; Dude, You are the Truth Bruh; I learn something every time I click on one of your vids, whether it's hands on instruction, or just something to think about, you provide a wealth of very useful knowledge about Bass and life; Thanks Young Man, Much Appreciated. 👊🏿
Thanks for those encouraging words 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Love your videos. You explain very well
Great advice all the way through...thank you!!! I needed this!!!
Thank you for this information. KEEP TALKING it helps
Jermaine this was so good really not just saying that. System’s is how we become successful. It creates a consistent flow of knowledge and information that is continuously evolving . Thank you for sharing always. By the way it’s great to see you bro keep it up.
Thanks sir!! 👊🏾😎
I got good fast by joining different style bands. I was playing salsa, country, rock, metal, tejano and just learning playing in the key and noticing the habits of musicians. It seems like a lot but if you learn keys and playing in circles, aka jazz falls (Autumn leaves), you'll be okay.
Great Video as always 👍
Good video and I definitely need to work on some of the areas you pointed out 👍🏾
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I find your videos super helpful brudda🔥🇿🇦
Very useful plan, I love it
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keep talking to us thank you for your help bro
That’s me brother!
Thank you for that saying just get the meat and potatoes and get through the song that helps a lot And building your ear and learning some other keys to the song
I wish I had 2-3 hours a day to practice 😂. I'm lucky if I can squeeze out 30-60 minutes, but this was some good stuff Jermaine. Thanks much!
Great Video…Thx🎶
Ur just so good
Thank you
Great information!
Thank you
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Hello Jermaine. Thanks for posting these types of videos. I'm new to bass and have been trying to self teach myself for a year now. I picked it up last March so one year is approaching. I've made some great strides in the beginning but feel like I've hit a wall to my progress. I'v signed up with different online programs which have been very helpful to my overall learning and I even had a teacher for a few months, which I didn't find as helpful as I've heard. I practice 3 to 5 days a week on average for approximately 1-2 hours a night. I struggle with learning notes, chords, and speed. I also have some flying fingers going on but not too bad but I don't want the to get out of control. I'm 56 so I'm an older learner and wanted to know how can I find the right system to improve in my problem areas and overall learning?
Please what's the song title u were playing over on your bass?
Thanks Jermaine...your video's are always great!! Question...which Fender bass is that and strings your are using ?
This is the Fender player plus. I usually use SIT powereounds
Asking band mates for feedback helps ALOT!! If they want you to improve, they'll be honest with what could be improved based on listening you play throughout the session.
Hey this info really helps. But just starting back to play bass after a while at church i am having trouble playing fills, any excise or recommandations? any videos?
I have tons of videos on building licks and fills, but here is one you can use ua-cam.com/video/FZCFUGpUAYQ/v-deo.htmlsi=3Y-HQx2iwfiPn95-
I’m 51 from Savannah Georgia jb is my name I go by, and I need your help on the number system. I play bass guitar with my ears and I don’t know church songs that good enough to remember them. I play in my father church. I really need your help on church songs and getting better
Hi Jermaine, I’m kind of stuck on the rhythmic patterns, as in my church we play some modern music and the rhythmic patterns are variants in a way that I have to memorize many changes in a single song, could you help us out in that matter,
I use the letters, and numbers system for the melodic, Just need a method for rhythmic patterns
Jermaine with the number system, why do you think that is easier to remember than just remembering the notes....I'm only asking because I'm trying to figure out a way to learn 4 songs solid that i've never heard in a week. We can't have sheet music during the service and must be able to roll through the song
Understood!! Learning the notes, or rather knowing your fretboard is important for sure, but knowing the numbers gives more freedom… If the key of the song is changed last minute and you’re only going off notes then you’ll have to be quick transposing the notes in your head. With numbers it’s all the same.
@@JermaineMorganBass👀Man that is true...I've been in services where singers THOUGHT they knew the key they sing in...
How do i practise my ghost notes.. video link would be appreciated
ua-cam.com/video/PDR7FJp2eX0/v-deo.htmlsi=gUwa5xJOBVCVHiI9
I have a problem knowing all the notes that are on the fret board. In other words when I play the major scales for example I know the C major scale C,D,E,F,G,A,B,C. But when I play the D major scale I know the root note is D, and buy looking at my bass, I don't know what the 2nd note is. But I know that all major scales are played with the same pattern. So in other words I can play a D major scales but I want know what all the notes are that I am playing. That has been a big issue with me Mr. Morgan and this is Mr. Illes Bass telling you this we have spoken with each other on the phone before Ann via email also.
I have found myself cramping up a lot lately. What can I do to avoid my right hand cramping up on me?
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That's rich Jr.
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Why do people think you're trying to be like when you learn songs note for note? I'm asking because a lot of people I've talked to think you are supposed to stop at learning the changes or chord progression.
Keep talking 👍🏽
Dang, this dude really just talked through the whole video lol wow
This should've read "how to become BETTER at bass guitar". Not "good".
Keep talking
Thank you for that saying just get the meat and potatoes and get through the song that helps a lot And building your ear and learning some other keys to the song