6. Basic Notes on the G-string
In this course we’ll be working on some basslines that use the open G-string and two notes found within the first few frets: the A at the second fret and the B at the fourth. We’ll also be working through some exercises that combine these new notes with some of the others that we’ve learnt on the lower strings.
Don't forget to hit the Download Resources button above to receive the PDF worksheet and backing tracks that accompany these lessons! This course contains the following videos, each of which can be selected from the video player above:
1. Basic Notes on the G-string
In this short video I’ll be briefly talking about two notes on the G-string, then putting them to use in a simple bassline.
2. Exercise 38
This exercise makes extensive use of eighth note rhythms as well as the three new notes
3. Exercise 39
This line also combines the three new notes with some eighth note rhythms.
4. Exercise 40
This exercise features more eighth notes, but also some half note rests.
5. Exercise 41
This exercise is unusual as each bar starts with an eighth note rest!
6. Exercise 42
This bassline begins on the open E-string and gradually ascends through most of the notes that we’ve covered so far.
7. Exercise 43
This exercise is a very basic octave line: in the first and third bars you’ll be playing the A and B notes on both the A and G-strings.
8. Exercise 44
This exercise is a little busier, but you should note that the first two bars are exactly the same.
9. Exercise 45
This exercise is another that makes use of basic octave figures.
10. Exercise 46
This exercise is a little more challenging and features all of the notes that we’ve covered so far in the Beginner Bass course.
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