Concepts for Jazz Bass Lines

Department - BASS
Offered - Fall, Spring, Summer
Course number - PSBS-321

A systematic approach to forming well-defined bass lines. The topics covered include writing bass lines, outlining chord sound and approach techniques, rhythmic effects, broken time-feels, and the use of pedals. Students are required to demonstrate various topics by performing their written bass lines over given chord progressions.

Credits: 2
Course Chair: Steve Bailey
Prerequisites: Overall ensemble rating 4, PIBS-211, or by audition
Required of: None
Electable by: Bass principals