Beginner's Lesson 10: The Ultimate Guide to GROOVE

[@jacekfalatowicz]

Great stuff. Here is what Rich explained in the video in written form. ------------------------------------------------------- Practice Routine 1: Eighth Note Subdivision ------------------------------------------------------- Objective: To develop a strong sense of groove by mastering the eighth note subdivision. 1. Setting Up: - Set your metronome to 80 BPM. - Listen to the quarter note beats (1, 2, 3, 4). 2. Counting Eighth Notes: - Imagine a bouncing ball hitting the floor on every downbeat. - Count aloud: "1 and 2 and 3 and 4 and." - Notice the downbeat ("1, 2, 3, 4") when the ball hits the floor, and the upbeat ("and") when the ball comes up. 3. Foot Tapping: - Tap your foot to the rhythm. - Downbeat: When your toes hit the ground. - Upbeat: When your toes come up. - Count aloud with the foot taps: "1 and 2 and 3 and 4 and." 4. Checking Timing: - Ensure your foot tapping is synchronised with the metronome. - Adjust if you are rushing or slowing down. ------------------------------------------------------- Practice Routine 2: Exploring Eighth Note Patterns ------------------------------------------------------- Objective: To create grooves by experimenting with different eighth note patterns. 1. Basic Eighth Note Pattern: - Play a single note on your bass (e.g., G on the third fret of the E string). - Play the eighth note pattern: "1 and 2 and 3 and 4 and." 2. Simple Rhythm Variation: - Play the first downbeat and the first two upbeats: "1 and 2 and." - Continue this pattern: "1 and 2 and 1 and 2 and." 3. Switching Notes: - Alternate between G (third fret of the E string) and open E string. - Play each note for two bars: - 2 bars on G. - 2 bars on open E. ------------------------------------------------------- Practice Routine 3: Advanced Rhythm Variation ------------------------------------------------------- Objective: To further develop groove by using more complex rhythmic patterns. 1. New Rhythmic Pattern: - Play the first downbeat, skip the first upbeat, then play the second and third upbeats: "1 and (skip) and and." 2. Counting the Pattern: - Count aloud: "1 and 2 and 3 and 4 and." - Play the pattern on one note (G): "1 and (skip) and and." 3. Applying the Pattern: - Play the pattern while alternating between G (third fret of the E string) and open E string: - 2 bars on G. - 2 bars on open E. ------------------------------------------------------- Practice Routine 4: Combination of Downbeat and Upbeats ------------------------------------------------------- Objective: To practice different combinations of downbeat and upbeats to enhance groove skills. 1. Combination Patterns: - Start with the downbeat, then play the third and fourth upbeats: "1 and (skip) and and." - Count aloud: "1 and 2 and 3 and 4 and." 2. Playing the Combination: - Play the combination pattern on one note (G): "1 and (skip) and and." - Alternate between G (third fret of the E string) and open E string: - 2 bars on G. - 2 bars on open E. ------------------------------------------------------- Tips for Practicing: ------------------------------------------------------- - Focus on accuracy before speed. - Use a metronome consistently. - Start slowly and gradually increase the tempo as you become more comfortable. - Keep practicing each routine until you feel confident and in control of the groove.

[@richbrownbass]

@@jacekfalatowicz This is incredible. Thank you so much. Your comment will be pinned for all who need the assistance. Thank you very much.

[@Ready_for_apocalypse]

“We’re called to lay down the pocket.” I love that concept 🤌🏾

[@walkingwithin]

I watched this 3 times, then it clicked😃So good 👍

[@jonathand.redmond4502]

Great Lesson Mr Brown'stone. Coffee and start my day with a simple but great bass lesson. Appreciate your teaching, positivity and humour.

[@davidthompson2647]

Anytime i get your notifications, my heart leaps with joy. I wish you wouldn't be allowing it take a long time anymore but i know it isn't easy putting out exceptional contents as this very often. Much love exceptional Sire Brownstone

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much, David. Believe me, if I had the time, I would post a new video every week. I got home a week ago from a Canadian tour with a great band called Avataar. But the morning after I arrived home, I tested positive for Covid. I'm still recovering but doing much better than I was a few days ago. Thank you for watching!

[@davidthompson2647]

With love, i wish you speedy recovery. Thanks for all you do for the community, it means much

[@guyledouxefon-oc6hq]

Oh my dear Brown, a bad new being tested positive for covid. I pray God to heal you in Jesus name. Might he bless the hand of the crew from hospital taking care of you.

[@randyclere2330]

⁠@@richbrownbass greetings from Seattle!!! You are THE BEST instructor on the internet!!!! AND, to be honest, your name can be spoken in the same breath as a James Genus, a Marcus Miller, a Keith Jones, a Hadrian Feroud!!

[@vajra.yogini_]

I am glad to find this channel.

[@McThumpenstein]

One of my favorite bass educators, period. Thank you for all you do, Rich!

[@andyredding9381]

"We're goovin'!" Oh man, that is the TRUTH! Finding the spaces. This is truly the key that unlocks the door for the bassist. Love your delivery and style!

[@aithelkoeks]

Bedankt

[@rekberlin]

This is the best course I have seen for a loooong time

[@rjwrightrw30]

"The 1/8th Note Subdivision". That would be a great band name. Good lesson RB.

[@merginglanes2644]

I never skip a Rich Brown video, thanks for this!

[@paulwest5402]

Excellent lesson as always….. looking forward to the next one.. thanks Rich

[@jennynorman1141]

Love this. So clear, so musical, so good. Thank you thank you 🙏

[@Nanu4711Nanu]

I'm really enjoying the lesson, thank you 🙏 Mr. Brown

[@vajra.yogini_]

As a beginner i always practice everything every day then i go to next video, next they i build uğ from last video lol.

[@joannalewis5279]

Love this using simple ideas to come to with things

[@gavinek4923]

hell yeah rich brown back again

[@OlimpiuVuia]

You made it so simple. Thanks!

[@uberjam-sam8512]

Thanks!

[@BenD_Bass]

Thanks Rich !

[@federicogonzalezramirez382]

Missing you Rick, Easy but powerful lesson. Thank you

[@bourgaaabdelkrim7528]

Thank you

[@somarmd]

Awesome Rich! Thank you for taking the time.

[@shawnrobinson1186]

awesome

[@barondavis5692]

I love that make the basics so applicable. Thank you.

[@augustineak6245]

Am new in bass guitar playing but Rich Brown is on another level of teaching am experiencing new adventures

[@dannirodgers2703]

You are the BEST... You are an AWESOME teacher!!!!! sending love.

[@brettverrender3167]

Groovin, it's the best feeling and groovin in eighths looks easy but sounds great. Thanks Rich.

[@dhawaltandon]

Favourite Bass lessons ever..Thankyou ..wish you a speedy recovery and lots of love from India

[@skepticsinister]

Thank you! 👏

[@HarpinJScott]

You're amazing, Rich. Thank you so very much!

[@Keychain-]

YES! this is the kinda stuff that makes me wanna pick up the bass when im in a rut! honestly i notice a lot of your videos have that quality. You are the cure for slumps, Mr. Brown!

[@aaronteague8050]

Many thanks Rich

[@thesanfordmethod1905]

Oh I needed to hear this right about now, thank you !

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you! I hope this video helps.

[@thesanfordmethod1905]

@@richbrownbass It sure does ! :D

[@richardferris6976]

Tks for the lesson Rich. I’ll wait as long as it takes for #11 an beyond ✌️

[@leshawn1977]

Rich keep em coming your teaching style makes it that everyone can understand

[@mr.force1036]

Thank you sir😎👍

[@bobmoire5676]

Great channel. Great teacher.

[@douglaswilliams1081]

This one was targeting the beginners yet masterfully done to the point where I truly got something out of it. Ya done it again. TY. Pocket possibilities. It's possible to be a bit flashy and not step on toes and still stay in the pocket. That's what i got.

[@AnnWheatcroft]

I’ve enjoyed and learned from all your videos but this one was the most fun I’ve had with any video ever! Thank you! And never mind how long between videos. Just do what feels groovy.

[@robertwolf-hi8hg]

Thanks brother Brown You do such a great Job with your videos! I've learned so much From your insights. Your zen like nature Along with your teaching style, is so Effective... 😎

[@westanney1712]

Thanks, as usual, Rich!

[@stoopification]

Got mely groove on! Thank you. I'm brand new to bass, and your videos are so helpful and inspiring

[@jamessteinhagen4969]

Thanks 😊

[@jimharrow8104]

Far out, glad to see you back...

[@AdamZuk1982]

Great as always :) Thank You.

[@ralfmueller7894]

Easy explained. Everyone understands.. Fine

[@thomaswalker8790]

Super cool stuff

[@kevinmorgan263]

Glad I found this. Trying to learn the theory to really lock in the basics as a beginner. Just joined. I'm very interested in grooving and locking in the pocket . Thats the most fun thing to do on bass.

[@pierrelataillade7564]

Great lesson....

[@TeeCeeBee]

dude thats a nice bass Saved to my playlists !!!

[@aceedmond8053]

Love the channel! much thanks!

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@petermadila2014]

Bass Master

[@tjsmith3741]

RB! So smooth 😎🎶

[@travisreed5965]

And You Are Most Definitely Welcome Righteous Episode Here Today - I Feel Solid With The Counting And The Bouncing Ball Was A Nice Touch For Sure - When I Take It To The Bass , I 'm Only Worthy For About 20 Seconds And Thats Even Staying On A Simple Root Note - Getting Better Obviously But Those ANDS Are Really Difficult For Me - Having Said That , All 9 Pervious Lesson Have Been So Helpful And I Appreciate You Have A Fabulous Week Mr Rich And Go Team Human , Cheers

[@richbrownbass]

@@travisreed5965 You’ll get those ‘&s’, brother Travis. Just keep following the bouncing ball! I appreciate you, my man. Team Human FTW!!!

[@christopherbritton521]

Hey Rich, love the channel, thank you for the continuous inspiration. Any chance that you do private lessons, or even a one time consultation for a middle aged musician? Thanks

[@richbrownbass]

No private lessons at this time. But thank you for asking, and thank you for watching!

[@Omarencarnacion1]

sweet groove!

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you!

[@JFS1215]

There’s nothing as difficult as a simple, slow line. Nowhere to hide, no frills to hide behind.

[@richbrownbass]

#FACTS!!!

[@Lolo4yk]

After this words try to play solo from maxwell murder)

[@ajadrew]

This to my 66 year old ears should be titled 'Advanced Lesson 10: The Ultimate Guide to GROOVE' - point being that yes, it's so simple to play with youtube guidance but remember we never had this kind of beginners lessons when we/I were/was beginners.... And I've only got to 0:20 before commenting 😊 Hoping there's some sense there!

[@artc2]

Hope you recover from Covid soon❤

[@eyalstrass5010]

HE DROPED FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS, HE DROPED!!!!!!

[@richbrownbass]

You will always be my friends and neighbours. ❤🙏🏾 It'll be back for the next video, for sure!

[@hakanohlin8872]

Is it possible to get a higher volume on your bas. Thank you /Carl

[@BurdetteFergus]

I am struggling with learning new songs can you help

[@avital2166]

❤🫵

[@St.mic2786]

U have to make pdf

[@shinshakpang9904]

听不懂

[@suicideleopard_yungxrist_6651]

@Rich Brown - The Brown'stone : Love your videos!