8. More Notes on the E-string
In some of the earlier courses we learnt several notes on each of the four strings of the bass. These notes were not randomly chosen, they were specifically selected because they are commonly played notes in keys that are often used for rock and pop songs. Throughout the next few courses, we are going to return to each of the four strings in turn and learn all of the notes within the first five frets that we have not covered. In this course we’ll be looking at the two remaining notes on the low E-string – the F at the first fret, and the G#/Ab at the fourth.
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. Understanding Sharps and Flats
In this video I’ll be explaining how sharps and flats – also known as accidentals – work.
2. Exercise 57
This is a very simple exercise that introduces the first of the new notes, F.
3. Exercise 58
This bassline makes use of the second new note, G#. In this example, we’re playing a basic blues-style bassline, which is based on an E major arpeggio.
4. Exercise 59
This exercise also makes use of the second new note, although in this example it’s been referred to as Ab rather than G#.
5. Exercise 60
This exercise is a rock riff that makes use of the G#.
6. Exercise 61
This exercise is a menacing rock groove that uses both of the new notes.
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