The Most Beautiful Sequential Exercise

[@esongsore]

I have said this again and again...your channel is not the biggest or most popular out here, but your lessons are absolutely the best. This is like a gold mine waiting to be discovered by many. Keep up the excellent work Rich, and thank you very much for the amazing insights.

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much, Emmanuel. What a beautiful comment. Do spread the word. Let's see if we can make this one of the biggest, most popular channels. Let's shoot for the moon and see how close we get!

[@Stewart_John]

Agree! 100%

[@sambarker6141]

Facts

[@migueldiangelo506]

Yes! ❤️

[@TheHillhunter]

Just starting bass at 58yo. Thank you Rich. Brownstone will become the #1 bass tuition site. You can feel it!

[@milracing73]

This is the best bass channel

[@duncan2157]

These are the BEST lessons on youtube. Thank you for doing these - my playing has already improved.

[@richbrownbass]

Wow! That's some high praise, Duncan. I truly appreciate it, and I'm so glad to hear these videos are helping you. Thank you!

[@nateplaysbass]

Exercises for those reviewing: Ascending/descending sixths in major scale - 6:34 Alternating - 8:19 Ascending/descending sixths in minor scale - 11:17 Alternating - 12:00 Alternating series of sixths (major then minor) - 12:59 In G with 150 BPM metronome - 14:51

[@thomasmullaney3192]

It is a pleasure to learn from you. You are so mellow and humble. I learn something from you each and everytime I watch your lessons.

[@brack5216]

I love you editing Mr Brown... adds a lot to the enjoyment of watching your lessons! Not to mention your teaching ability and how you lay all the info out clearly. I could go on and on... I love your channel and bass lessons. Will support you monthly! Thank you sir!

[@beenardlitko3163]

I can't agree with Emmanuel enough. Sir, it is only a matter of time when you get more subscribers. Your presentation is right on point. Your explanation is right on point. Your exercises are right on point. Great video. Great instruction. Can't wait to receive more knowledge. Thank you.

[@richbrownbass]

I'm so pleasantly surprised by the rapid growth of the channel. No doubt we'll be hitting 10,000 subs within the next few days. Amazing! Thank you so much for your very kind words, and your support.

[@zurvey]

What a great exercise, but the way you taught it was amazing! Thank you for this channel. You are a gift to the world.

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much, Tom. Your very kind words mean a lot.

[@smoothemoveexlax]

Thank you. I can now do this at 120 bpm with no mistakes after practicing daily for at least 30 minutes for the last 5 days.

[@nndwelenimasindi593]

Watching to learn more from South Africa here to learn from u sir

[@richbrownbass]

I'm honoured. Thank you so much.

[@Zues434]

😊 Great. Love your channel, and style of teaching! Thanks.

[@ratm2488]

From Rockford Illinois. Had played since 14 years old and gigged for about 4 years in there until the band I was in fell apart. After tasting the stage and realizing it was over I turned away from playing and practice. Sending a thanks for the inspiration to pick the bass back up and rekindle my commitment to the thing that melts all the bullshit away. An 8 year hiatus is over and while I regret losing all that time to work and improve, it feels so good to be in love again!

[@chrisbeard9113]

You remind me of classic PBS television. Your lessons are an experience that I carry with me for life, and i am always left with a deep calm and peace. Bob Ross had that effect on people, I hope you get what I mean. Thank you 🙏 for taking the time to put these lessons together for us all

[@richbrownbass]

Haha. I love this comment. Thank you very much, Chris!

[@marlonpennant7236]

Brother I can't thank you enough for all this good information. I have recently committed myself to getting back into playing bass' been practicing everyday feeling really lost on how to go about it' but then I found this channel and it has been such a blessing man thank you. Keep giving as generously as you have received it will come back to you much love

[@richbrownbass]

Brother Marlon! Nice to hear from you, man. Thank you so much for the kind words. I appreciate the support. All the best, and much love.

[@richardrai7799]

❤

[@richardrai7799]

I’m watching from Nepal your lessons are really nice and interesting love it👍

[@AgustinDavidF]

You are so a great instructor, teacher and nice guy. I'm learning a lot with you videos and way of teaching. Thanks a lot!

[@philipmcadam5339]

A beautiful way to use the number patters to learn the neck and loosen up. Thank you.

[@richbrownbass]

My pleasure, Philip. Thank you for watching.

[@jeangillesguerlin3271]

Youre an incredible pedagogic teacher, I recommand all my friends bass player your Chanel it is the best averall for beginner

[@klx400sr69]

your teachings are so much more in depth than most others here. Thank you, Thank you!!!

[@richbrownbass]

That means a lot. Thank you very much!

[@pofkesliopke1073]

My bass teacher always gives me homework and its always one of your videos, i feel myself getting better just by listening to these videos. Thank you!

[@mysterybro100]

Pure gold "shape and sound"!!!

[@richbrownbass]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@dasgre0g]

Thank you. This lesson really helped me break out of the rut I've been in for a couple months.

[@richbrownbass]

This is what I love to hear. Thank you! I so glad this video helped.

[@VonMinor-md8wd]

ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! LOVE the harmonic and melodic sounds you do

[@MasulloEnglish]

I absolutely love these videos. Your demeanor as a teacher is, pardon the pun, pitch-perfect: your style is warm, patient, and playful; your explanations are thoughtful and thorough; and you have a seemingly instinctual sense of how people actually learn in an online environment. I deeply appreciate you and your efforts-thanks so much!

[@richbrownbass]

I do love all my friends and neighbours, but this might actually be my favourite comment. These very kind words mean a great deal. Thank you so very much.

[@MasulloEnglish]

@@richbrownbass My words are truly meant. Your willingness to share your expertise is such a gift. I hope that you get as much out of making these videos as I do in learning from them.

[@marciosouza8656]

Mr Rich, as always a great lesson, that is gold! Thanks for your help, and salutations from brazilian bassists !

[@kirkhunt2095]

Rich, I've been playing a looong time and kind of lost my drive, seemed to be kind of stuck. I appreciate the lessons, you are teaching things that I can actually apply to my playing, practical application, and now I'm thinking and trying new things, and I can put my own spin on it. Thanks so much brother.

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much, Kirk. It makes me so happy to know that these videos can help, even in some small way. This is why I do what I do. All the best, my brother.

[@Bassmith1]

Studies have shown that more neurons are fired in the brain during teaching then during learning, In other words, You dont truly have a grasp of a concept until you can teach it to someone. (teaching embeds knowledge) Your methods prove that you have a firm grasp of the concepts you teach. Because of that, Im able to learn from you when many others on youTube leave me dazed and confused lol. You are an excellent teacher! Keep breaking it down to a five year old level because that helps me the most! Your playing is next level and so is your ability to share what you know. Keep it up! I wish you had 10,000,000 subscribers!!

[@richbrownbass]

Your words mean a great deal to me. I couldn't be more grateful. Thank you so much for watching. It makes me very happy to know these videos are helping you. Now let's just hope that wish of yours comes true!🙏🏾

[@aglees2b]

Great lesson, it will make practice sound beautiful. It's a real brain & finger teaser too when starting out

[@dambrooks7578]

I am so thankful that I caught the interview you did with Talking Bass that led me to your channel, and therefore your lessons; lessons that are provided in a calm yet meticulous manner. Thank you, from London ✌🏼

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much for watching the interview. That was fun. I appreciate your kind words.

[@kevinfoxmusic]

Hey Rich! Watching you from the UK. You’re a brilliant teacher, I love your style and am learning pedagogically as well as musically. I don’t play bass, but these are excellent vocal exercises as it turns out!

[@richbrownbass]

Wow! Thanks so much, Kevin. That means a lot, brother.

[@alexfeatherstone8854]

These exercises are like a form of meditation. Thank you Rich, this is great.

[@richbrownbass]

Alex, I could not agree more, my friend. Thank you.

[@goodluckstudio4097]

Thanks for another great video. I stumbled upon your channel the other day and have been bingeing your videos since. Been playing bass for close to 40 years, but have gotten a lot of great ideas from how you break things down. Good stuff, sir. I know you'll have a gazillion subscribers to your channel before long.

[@richbrownbass]

Your kindness and encouragement is so greatly appreciated. Thanks very much for tuning in! I'm thrilled to know that these videos are helping you out.

[@Tuldanwattana666]

I'm glad that I have these exercises during my quarantine 😂😂😂 , thanks again Rich!!!

[@richbrownbass]

Be safe out there, Tul. Thanks as always for watching.🙏🏾

[@joelmpe3851]

From South Africa Letsepe Mpe your teaching style relaxes my nerves, kicks away my anxieties. You are a great teacher Sir.

[@richbrownbass]

Thanks you so much, Joel. That means a lot.

[@rolandtranlehenand552]

I Love your videos Rich ! I love how you teach. Beginner from France here.

[@stephenshoihet2590]

Love your stuff! I started playing bass last year and i'd heard your name mentioned in a few videos but i didn't have a chance to check you out until a month or so ago when i did your modes course on SBL. I always struggled with that stuff before but you make it fun and i like the way you think about things just works for me so i've mostly just been working on that lately. Thanks!

[@prestonthomas9603]

That's a nice technique I wish I had known that. years ago

[@nancydoane7864]

Thank you so much Rich! There is something very special about you and your teaching style. You are calming and yet challenging and encouraging at the same time. When I first saw this lesson this is how I felt 🤯! I've watched it several times and just couldn't do it. So tonight I decided to chart it out and write the numbers down as you suggested. It was very slow at first but I got it! I see the importance of learning this and will work on it every day! You are so kind to share these lesson in such a great way, so easy to understand! Thank you again Rich! Blessings to you!

[@laurencewhyman9488]

brilliant lesson again Rich, filled with humor & enthusiasm, makes exercises more enjoyable and not so much of a chore

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much, Laurence. I truly appreciate the kind words. There's so much music in those beautiful patterns. I love them.

[@joelgiroux3610]

Maestro, I spent an hour and a half yesterday going over this exercise, rewinding and going over each section multiple times until I had the ascending, descending, and alternating patterns for both major and minor scales. Have NOT got the metronome up to 150bpms yet, and doubt I will anytime soon, but man oh man, just another fabulous lesson from you. Also, comedy gold scattered throughout -- "sixttthhhhsss" -- :D . Brilliant stuff, as per, Maestro.

[@georgefrancismusic]

Beautiful flowers in my living room! You are the sun. Thanks Rich :)

[@richbrownbass]

What a lovely compliment. Thank you, George!🙏🏾

[@homerfernandez2342]

Im from the philippines i play bass this is a killer bass execises more videos to come Good luck to your channel...

[@febche]

greetings from the uk, this lesson has opened up my playing, many thanks Sir Peace.

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you very much for watching. I'm so glad I could help.

[@Roj0620]

only just beginning to really understand these exercises WOOOOOOOWW... so excited,, opens up so much

[@richbrownbass]

YES! I'm so glad! Thank you very much for watching.

[@deepspacetheater]

YOU, Mr. Brown, are a great person. I love the wisdom you impart through your stunning musicality and kind words.

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so very much. YOUR kind words mean a great deal. I appreciate it.

[@markkangas7774]

Hi Rich! I've dedicated my Sundays to en(Rich)ing my bass vocabulary, and spend most of my Sundays here when time allows. I can't say with honesty that I get every Sunday in, but today I got a couple hours to explore your videos. This particular lesson was a struggle when I first watched. I lack dexterity in my left pinky and ring finger separation, and this exercise is a monster. More so with my brain trying to get the descending lines down, and the string skipping with the two fingers. I finally got comfortable with it, but haven't attempted the minor scale part. I just wanted to say thanks for the lesson, and thanks for helping me to improve. I so appreciate it! Peace.

[@wobamusic]

Thanks Rich...what I wanna point out is besides of your great content is the way you teach....always inspiring and authentic.....without any frippery and knickknack...all thumbs up

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you very much, Wolfgang. That means a lot.

[@vikoybaus18]

Thank you very much for sharing your wisdom. May you always have a fruitful Blessing.

[@johnxaviermusic]

Another great one! Growing flowers in my living room!!! Thank You.

[@richbrownbass]

Haha. I love that! 🌹🌷🌹🌷

[@Dxsoftsynth]

the lesson i've been searching my entire life.. thank you rich for helpin us bassist to fully understand and feel our instrument. more power rich.

[@richbrownbass]

Wow, that means a lot. Thank you so much for your very kind words.

[@michaelburkley1225]

The Tab system is nice. I know it's helping me. Thanks

[@jonizeta]

Amazing exercise, I love it! As usual, really useful videos. Thanks a lot!

[@maddmark4522]

What your giving is gold…Thank you my friend

[@richbrownbass]

My pleasure. That means a lot. Thank you!

[@johnhensley6808]

Totally agree, this is pure gold..

[@WCruttenden]

The joy of 6ths. This is in my warm up routine now. Thanks!

[@richbrownbass]

Cheeky, Will. lol I'm happy to hear this is your warmup now. It's definitely mine as well. Thanks as always for watching, my friend.

[@mpdjr77]

You are brilliant. Thank you for sharing such critical, yet, available concepts for honing bass playing. Grace and Peace 😊

[@richbrownbass]

My pleasure. Thank you very much for watching.

[@mpdjr77]

@@richbrownbass My pleasure, as well.

[@orionduckstein9202]

Love your lessons, so well-constructed. I also spend time watching your right hand technique. Great tone too.

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate the kind words.

[@blakebass1]

Great job! I've been playing professionally and teaching bass for almost 40 years and I just want to compliment your wonderful videos. You're doing a wonderful job of presenting the information here! I loved this exercise and admire your teaching style. Keep up the great work!

[@richbrownbass]

Man, thank you so much. I truly appreciate these very kind words, especially from a fellow teacher.

[@mauriceroijen7486]

What a wonderfull person you are and what a delightfull way of teaching. Thank u so much Rich. You bring a smile in my notes.

[@richbrownbass]

What a lovely comment. Thank you so much, Maurice. 🙏🏾❤️

[@musicchannel5076]

That was wonderful Rich.Great teaching.

[@josephromano7867]

thank You rich i am addicted to your lessons and the way you teach us Thank You so much Joe Romano Long Island New York

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much, Joe. I appreciate your kind words.

[@mysterj1]

Wow. Learn the sound of the shape...Rich, I have done this for YEARS without really being able to "put a name" on that skill! I am going to being diving deep into modes and applying this idea...I CAN absorb the sounds of modes just like I absorb the sounds of bass lines in songs. I can't contribute $ this very moment but I'll jump in soon...your teaching is exciting my musical brain. My goal this year is to play more, play better, and learn more at age 60 than I have ever in my life!

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much Guiseppe. You're so right. You can totally learn the sounds of all the shapes, modes, and patterns...just like any other melody. That's a great point. Please don't feel obligated to send money. Donations are always nice, but I know times are hard out there. Keep watching, keep learning, and keep playing! That's its own reward.

[@mysterj1]

@@richbrownbass 1-4-1-2-3-1-3...blues minor scale. 2-4-1-3-4-1-3-4...lydian. The light just turned on! Now my brain is signalling that new information as I am playing it. I'm looking forward to playing some songs and being able to recognize some of the things that I've played a LONG time. I know this stuff, but didn't KNOW it :) Thank you much! I truly feel like I just climbed onto a new and higher plateau musically.

[@christiawan12]

i really love the way you explain this exercise, i find it so interesting to start stretching my fingers to improve my playing style. thanks to you Mr. Brown, you're the man of bass :)

[@richbrownbass]

Thanks very much for the kind words. I appreciate you tuning in.

[@cankilic9903]

Whoa, so kool! Thank you Rich for these exercises and sounds!

[@BR4D_A]

Thanks for this, Rich. Loving these exercises. I appreciate the simplicity and complexity that they inspire!

[@richbrownbass]

My pleasure! Much appreciated as always, brother Brad.

[@jamesredlin8696]

Very nice melodic exercise

[@anmarinwbramwell5240]

Wow I just came across your channel. Thank u so much u are a great teacher.

[@rapalva4083]

Pearls Rich! Thank you.:-)

[@ernestbaidoo-mitchell9007]

Great lesson ….from a natural teacher….the previous comments say it all. Just subscribed. Greetings from rainy London. 👍🏾

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much, Ernest. Very much appreciated!

[@TheJimmyw]

Awesome! Kenya in the house!

[@bAgRiMoIrEsS.4]

Once again great lesson. Your calming demeanor as you teach is captivating. Peace be with you always. 😊😀😃🤩😁

[@richbrownbass]

I appreciate your kind words, and the blessing. Thank you,

[@ismaelnin8960]

Gracias campeón 🤘🏼

[@7355days]

I watched this video 9 months ago ! I couldn’t follow along, I tried again today and I got it! So satisfying to learn. Learning to have patience for myself. 🫡 Thank you for the lesson. - Luis Armando Fernandez

[@willliutube]

This interval is very “sixy” sounding, super cool! The “Days of wines and roses” interval!

[@richbrownbass]

Haha! Yes! Thanks, Will.

[@aileencabralmesias447]

Hoping for more subs for ur channel. It's so informative and awesome! Thank you! From PH 🇵🇭

[@richbrownbass]

I'm definitely hoping for more subs as well. We're getting there! Thank you for your support, Aileen.

[@arpitgershom2264]

Nice learning sir thanks very much

[@v33punk]

Do the thing 🤣

[@madmark458]

You’re awesome, thank you

[@rodrigoeriz1250]

Thanks You bro. Precise and Nice...bless

[@mynewsong9035]

God is blessing you ❤

[@cdarw]

Well, no flowers grew in my living room 🙁, but this exercise will heretofore be a part of my playing! 💙

[@robertm6820]

Fantastic! Thank you!

[@groovyshades8055]

another good one Rich you have got it all together thank you

[@richbrownbass]

My pleasure. Thanks very much for watching.

[@COLOURNOTES2023]

Awesome lesson sir 👍 Thank you so much for your contribution 🙏...

[@richbrownbass]

My pleasure, brother. Thank you very much for watching.

[@heruausetausar]

Thanks, Rich! Great Lessons.

[@richbrownbass]

Thanks very much, Michael.

[@paulpaul00]

So good.

[@Skalp28]

Holy shit. 2 seconds into the video and I already love you. Charisma thing. Haven't even watched the video. You have a nice warm presence.

[@richbrownbass]

That's very kind of you to say. Thank you so much. 🙏🏾❤️

[@Skalp28]

@@richbrownbass Ok, have watched the exercise. Love that also. :)

[@anthonycook4297]

Nice job,Rich👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@mysterj1]

Additional thought: Now I am going to have to think about what MY favorite interval is and figure out those progressions...since my theory is WEAK I am going to have to think on that a bit...I'm a rock/fusion/blues player for the most part so...hmmm! What scales? What intervals? (This is GOOD stuff, Rich. You're making me think musically!)

[@lffacanha]

This is really amazing! Thanks Rich!!! 🙏🏻🔥

[@omg_wtf]

Superb

[@pcl1886]

Great information! Much appreciated.

[@richbrownbass]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching.

[@Jack-sd9xv]

So intrestin like it

[@wunnalian4078]

The best explanation and exercises

[@richbrownbass]

That makes me happy. 😁 Thanks again!

[@timball8429]

Thank you Rich. That’s a good challenge for me to try on my new fretless. 🙏

[@richbrownbass]

Fantastic, Tim. Thanks again for watching.

[@ajadrew]

I've had to order another watering can - flowers growing in my bath as well as the frontroom! 😊 👍

[@richbrownbass]

Haha! Clearly, you've got the hang of this exercise. Well done, Andrew!

[@ajadrew]

@@richbrownbass 😊 👍

[@terencedavis286]

Great video

[@mozr5053]

This makes total sense to my last question from a different video. Keep on teaching on brotha!🤯🤯👍🏾

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you, my brother!👊🏾

[@adrianch2527]

Greetings from Singapore. Discovered your channel by chance. Awesome content, going start practicing your teachings tomorrow. Good job n much appreciation. Cheers!

[@richbrownbass]

Awesome! Thanks so much, Adrian.

[@charlescannon4675]

Awesome lesson.

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you, Chârles.

[@bathroomprophet2310]

Thanks for the content , sounds great.

[@richbrownbass]

Thanks very much.