How to position the sound post on double bass our pastimes. Finger spacing differences between positions discover. While the double bass or its bass viol ancestor was not originally conceived as a predominantly soloistic or melodic instrument, due to its low range, there is a history of solo literature for bass which began in the classical period. Rabbath versus simandl jason heaths double bass blog. Double bass teacher jobs double bass teaching vacancies. Classification of three types of thumb position on the double. There are several systems of naming positions on double bass. Miguel del aguilas malambo for bass flute and piano and for string quartet, bass and bassoon. Learning how to play double bass drum fills can be challenging, but this stepbystep video will walk you through some basics to get started.
For the players and aficionados of the double bass, a. It is no longer available on the web though you might be able to use this archived copy at the wayback machine, and since this is a muchrequested item, i will host them as a courtesy to my fellow players. For the double bass, thumb position is used when playing above high g citation needed on the third ledger line in bass clef notation for the double bass. The a scale is the d scale transposed from string 2 to string 3. Our faculty comprises a diverse range of renowned educators who. I grew up listening to this, so when i started playing the melody, i was excited to see how cool it laid out on the bass guitar. You need 100 marks to achieve pass, 120 marks to pass with merit and marks to pass with distinction. Jan 08, 2015 the upright bass can seem like a hard instrument to play up high, but if you use the simple fingering patterns described in this method you will soon be able to play solos and bass lines in thumb. Double bass positions elow, you will see pictures to help you learn the different positions of the bass. Getting an upright bass the upright bass site we dont.
The upright bass can seem like a hard instrument to play up high, but if you use the simple fingering patterns described in this method you will soon be able to play solos and bass lines in thumb. Scales and chords for the upright bass the following keys should be learned in the order presented. The sound post contributes to the tone and resonance of the instrument. The sound post is part of the internal structure of the double bass. When i talk about hand position with younger players, i often start with the first finger on the 4th or 5th above the open string. An aid in developing thumb position technique for the double bass. Bass notation legend bass music can be notated two different ways. Considered the heart of the drum kit, the bass, or kick, drum is used to mark time in almost all styles of popular music, including pop, rock, and jazz.
Later on, a knowledge of all the dark areas where nobody ever goes is very important on the bass it can make the things we play twice as easy. She also teaches a great exercise to help you solidify the technique. Tune the strings and listen to the difference in tone. Double bass, stringed musical instrument, the lowestpitched member of the violin family, sounding an octave lower than the cello. On the left, you will see a picture of what it looks like to play in each position, and on the right you will see a fingering chart that shows the notes in each position. If you want to play for longer periods in comfort and with great intonation then this lesson is one for you. As a double bassist myself, what i believe you are looking for is this. Beginner double bass drum fills free bass drum lessons. Double bass players in jazz bands or rock bands often connect their double bass to an electronic amplifier and a loudspeaker, to make a louder, stronger sound. York studies for double bass describes second position as first finger on b flat, on the g string. Double bass thumb position lesson the method youtube. This set of thirty flash cards is supplied on high quality cardstock in a6 5. Practice the scale until you can play it continuously and fluently. The double bass, also called bass viol or contrabass, is the largest and lowestpitched member of the orchestral string section.
In this lesson lauren pierce shows us how to adapt your finger spacing as you shift between positions on the double bass. For advanced players the perfect continuation of the fourvolume double bass method enjoy the double bass. A history of the genealogy of the double bass and s. There are lots of melodic exercises they can do in those positions. The appearance and functionality of this modernday kit dates back to 1909, when drum manufacturer william f. Check out our tips and tricks for beginners to learn the best techniques for learning to play the bass, learn more about various sizes of bass, tips on caring for your bass, and other resources from amro to help you make the most of your bass. Solo techniques for unaccompanied pizzicato jazz double bass.
This makes it easier for the double bass player, the other musicians, and. Scales and chords for the upright bass 9 of 17 7122011 7. Florida state university libraries electronic theses, treatises and dissertations the graduate school 20 teaching improvisation to orchestral double bass players. While the double bass or its bass viol ancestor was not originally conceived as a predominantly soloistic or melodic instrument, due to its low range, there is a history of solo literature for bass which began in.
The standard double bass has four strings and a range from e just over an octave below the bass staff, upwards for nearly three octaves, although some instruments may have five strings in order to. To play passages in this register, the player shifts his hand out from behind the neck and flattens it out, using the side of the thumb to press down the string. Comfortably form a proper lh shape in first position. In music performance and education, thumb position, not a traditional position, is a string instrument playing technique used to facilitate playing in the upper register of the double bass, cello, and related instruments, such as the electric upright bass. The extra length and thickness of the strings means that they are more reliable than on violin or viola. A partially completed page entitled the bass education project provided access to and hosted images of double bass fingerboard positions. Finger spacing differences between positions double bass lesson duration. Solo techniques for unaccompanied pizzicato jazz double. Another basic thumb position concept i cover is opening the hand to reach the d harmonic on the g string. F major scale charts for violin, viola, cello and double bass. Explanation of the signs for the bow down bow v up bow n. Double bass beginners should play in all lefthand positions.
The instrument size unless you are exceptionally tall, youre going to want a 34 size bass. Orchestral excerpts for double bass a collection of authentic parts in the public domain of audition excerpts for double bass compiled into a book. It is a comprehensive method that teaches all of the key aspects of double bass thumb position technique. It is held in place by the tension of the strings, rather than being glued on. However, often telling someone to play that in thumb. Practical tutor adolf lotter has explanations of ordinary position and medium positions along side traditional positions. Until beethoven the doublebass and cello played their parts from a shared bass part. Our mission is to support and inspire you on your journey to play your best music. Insert the mallet into the fhole and lightly tap the sound post. Apr 11, 2016 finger spacing differences between positions double bass lesson duration. Welcome to discover double bass, where thousands of bassists from across the globe are enrolled in our courses. For advanced players the perfect continuation of the fourvolume doublebass method enjoy the double bass.
Find out how we can help you to become the bassist you always dreamed you could be. Lifts the strings off the bridge so you can keep tension on the top, preventing the likelihood of the soundpost dropping. Upright bass string lifter tool for fitting bass bridges this is a practical tool for those who often need to fit or replace bridges. Double bass jobs double bass auditions double bass. C major 1 41 1 o 3 1 1 0 1 2 4 2 2 1 two octave scales 3 o 2 o 1 2 4 1 1 3 2 2 o 1 2 o 1 4 1 1 3 4 2 1 d major 4 1 4 1 2 1 1 bass 4 0. Lecturer associate professor of double bass closing date. Because of its deep pitch, notation for it is written an octave higher than it sounds in bass clef. All major scales with their related modes, triads, 7th chords, major pentatonic, minor pentatonic and blues scales are shown in all 15 keys. The study of orchestration samuel adler describes second position as first finger on b natural. This will help you learn how to play melodies on these 4 bowstring instruments in the key of f major. Both musicians and doublebass students who wish to improve their technique, especially in the thumb positions, will find the present studies to be valuable and helpful. This tried and true double bass pedagogical tome methodically takes the beginning double bass student up the fingerboard, halfstep by halfstep, exploring all of the notes in each position and connecting the new positions with the old positions in various etude and scalar studies.
Pitches are named after the first seven letters of the alphabet. The sound post contributes significantly to the tone of the bass. I have three books describing double bass positions but each of them are different. Jul 01, 2014 take five bass transcription, video and pdf download take five is one of the most famous jazz standards in history. Foundations for building strong players fmea conference tampa, florida january 16, 2015 james mick, ph. The double bass, also known simply as the bass or by other names, is the largest and lowestpitched bowed, or plucked string instrument in the modern symphony orchestra the bass is a standard member of the orchestras string section, as well as the concert band, and is featured in concertos, solo, and chamber music in western classical music. The doublebass played the same part as the cello, automatically doubling it an octave below. Author dhallmusic7387 guitar bass drum songbook the rolling stones classics volume one off the record. Nut should be between hair line and eyebrow comfortably form a proper lh shape in first position. We encourage you to learn to play these double bass drum fills using your hihat pedal, if you dont have a double bass pedal or two bass drums. Aug 24, 2015 when we speak of thumb position on the bass we are referring to a left hand l. Upright bass setup templategauge at gollihur music.
Finger spacing differences between positions double bass lesson. Doublebass fingering chart open strings half position first position second position. These charts highlight the notes of f major scale on a violin, viola, cello and double bass. Strings 432 of the a scale form the same fingering pattern as strings 321 of the d scale. Highly qualified instrumental voice music graduates. Thebasscases master list of transcriptions, sorted by bass player, song, album, and year. Other examples of chamber works that use the double bass in mixed ensembles include serge prokofievs quintet in g minor, op. This video provides information about setting the endpin length and correct posture for standing and sitting with the double bass. Significance and methodology michael thomas geib follow this and additional works at the fsu digital library. The 24 keys double bass string bass upright bass half position and first position note names and fingerings flash cards help you learn the notes of the double bass quickly and easily. The suggested fingering for the scale is to the left of the diagram. To play different notes the double bass players move the left hand to different positions on the fingerboard.
When we speak of thumb position on the bass we are referring to a left hand l. Technique and pedagogy there is a seemingly neverending list of topics to explore when it comes to double bass technique and pedagogy. Double bass grade 8 exams consist of three pieces, scales and arpeggios, sightreading, and aural tests. The doublebass is the only transposing stringed instrument. Double bass thumb position is a stepbystep video course presented by lauren pierce, which comprises 4 hours of hd video across 47 lessons.
Upright bass setup templategauge at gollihur music double. Most basses are 34 size basses and pretty much every professional bassist ranging from major symphony players to the best jazz bassist use a 34 or an even smaller 58 bass. After all, bass students are usually playing in some sort of ensemble early on, and half position rears its head early in their journey. Strings are vertical while imaginary frets are shown horizontally. Scales and chords for the upright bass desert bluegrass. Both musicians and double bass students who wish to improve their technique, especially in the thumb positions, will find the present studies to b. Double bass performance jobs 20 double bass courses 27 double bass competitions 11 double bass sales 48 stolen double bass 7 more. It has two basic designsone shaped like a viol or viola da gamba and the other like a violinbut there are other designs, such as that of. These double bass drum fills range from 16th note and 16th note triplet handtofeet combinations, to more complex rhythmical patterns that mix them both.
Erwin schulhoffs concertino for flutepiccolo, viola, and double bass. He was definitely off the fingerboard, and may have been playing behind the bridge, but i dont quite remember. Foundations for building strong players the midwest clinic. Play the bass and carefully listen to the resonance and tone of the instrument. The thumb is on top of the board rather than behind the neck and it presses the string down like any other finger. Classification of three types of thumb position on the.
Total marks in all individual practical exams are 150. It has two basic designsone shaped like a viol or viola da gamba and the other like a violinbut there are other designs, such as that of a guitar. Double bass, also called contrabass, string bass, bass, bass viol, bass fiddle, or bull fiddle, french contrebasse, german kontrabass, stringed musical instrument, the lowestpitched member of the violin family, sounding an octave lower than the cello. No, there are no formal positions behind the bridge. Double bass jobs double bass auditions double bass employment.
Take five bass transcription, video and pdf download take five is one of the most famous jazz standards in history. Collection of sheet music for bass guitar 37 uploads. And a bass player who happens to know some slap bass techniques can have an audience yelling. Contrebasse du rang jouant 4 et 5 cordes closing date. Double bass half position and first position flash cards. When youre in playing position, are your hands centrally located in. Take five bass transcription bass musician magazine, the.
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