Dead Note Exercise For Bass: Practice Walking Bass and Add Dead Notes From E To B (I to V)

In this lesson we take a simple walking bass line that moves from E to B (or I to V) and we learn how to add dead notes. First, we play all quarter notes to establish a walking feel, then we begin adding dead notes and moving them around in the bar. Listen to how the dead notes add funk and groove to an otherwise simple walking line. Use this exercise to practice dead notes and make your walking bass line more interesting.
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[@rogerengland8547]

Ryan you always add so much inspiration to play the bass .I love your upbeat attitude

[@TheByron130]

Thanks for this. I'm just getting back into playing after years and videos luke this are a big help.

[@anthonycook4297]

Nice work, Ryan 🙌🏽🎵

[@sonclearbrahman-ar1461]

What a gem of a lesson! Thank you ❤

[@RyanMadoraMusic]

You're so welcome!

[@kevinturvey8213]

i guess that the bass player and drummer have to make sure that their dead/ghost notes sync up - or at least don't fight against each other?

[@RyanMadoraMusic]

Usually, that kind of stuff happens naturally. If you're adding dead notes to your groove and it feels right alongside what the drummer is doing, then it's alright if you're synced or doing your own thing.