Essential Tips - Becoming a Professional Bass Player /// Scotts Bass Lessons

In this clip, we discussed some essential tips for becoming a professional bass player :)
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[@chepsmusic4792]

I think one of the really important things that a lot of times gets forgotten is to try and check your ego at the door. What I mean by this is that when you dep or you are starting at a new gig, regardless of how good you are, you need to be very open to criticism. Not every band does the song like they are originally recorded nor sometimes in the same style. If you are not open to change, that can shut a lot of doors on you.

[@g.medina3717]

ChepsMusic ,well said same goes for life in general

[@larslee5341]

Interesting... I find that all virtues become liabilities in excess... excessive humility become low self esteem... excessive confidence becomes arrogance... the tight rope of life has no hard rules... only blurry guidelines that fall apart under close inspection... but are ultimately true at the end of the day... but yes, ego is definitely a pitfall many musicians fall into

[@jamesrichardson3322]

Come to the practices and the gigs on time and be a professional, check yourself at the door. Leaving the attitude and ego at home, I quit a band because of lack of commitment and too much b.s etc.

[@deonknipecbr11156]

thanks guys, this is great advice! I'm gonna take that tip and take some extra from my local city (Cape Town's) top players! btw, I've landed my biggest gigs thus far by playing a free show in a cafeteria after a church service, and got seen by the right artist who was looking for a new bass player. Now I've toured throughout the country with him, playing at almost all the major music festivals in South Africa

[@kickbiker7920]

Again the lighting and filming quality are fantastic! Colours very vivid.

[@spiderxbass]

I am trying to make living of music but so far the situation hasn't been that great. I think all the things you guys mentioned i tried before. I am not a bad bass player, I know how to read a little, the pop, jazz, funk standards, I am social, etc. However I didn't take lessons from anyone here. I think you guys are right. I will try and let you guys know later. Thanks for the valuable advice.

[@sean.anthony6044]

How did it end up going 5 years later? Where are u at now with it.

[@spiderxbass]

@@sean.anthony6044 thanks for the question. A lot of the stuff they said there did work. I got more gigs, played with more people and I was able to live as a full time musician for a while. Playing different music genres with different people improved many different skill sets. The money wasn't the greatest but by far it was the happiest time of my life. Things were slowly improving but I had to deviate after for personal reasons. I am still a professional musician but not full time anymore. Now I make more money but I am not as happy as before. This haunts me everyday and I am trying to transition back after the pandemic. On a side note, it is interesting to see the number of views of this video. A lot of the things discussed here are very very valuable. To me this video is still my favourite and relevant after 5 years. Of course, after the pandemic some adjustments are necessary and the internet presence is more important than ever.

[@jamesrichardson3322]

😮 Holy 💩 it's Geoffrey from Discover Double Bass, love his channel too. He is the man!! Cool to see him and Scott together. In my opinion you should know how to play Double Upright/ Electric Bass. I play both Electric Bass and Double Upright Bass. I would like see more on this subject, especially if you are a Double Bassist. Scott please do more with Geoff, this was cool.

[@kickbiker7920]

These clips are a great idea. Thanks for uploading.

[@kickbiker7920]

I know this is a bass players channel (and thanks to SBL) this got me into playing bass BUT what you're saying in this clip is applicable to all musicians rather than just budding bassists .... maybe this should be amended to Becoming a Pro Bass Player and Skillsets needed for musicians in general .....

[@jasontanner5836]

Good stuff. I have an audition today! I’m ready. Thanks for all the advice. This is my third? or so audition. I am a bit nervous but being prepared is huge. I think singing to the songs is excellent advice. Also enjoying the songs or at least looking like you are having a good time is always a plus 😂

[@iancreswell4921]

I hope you made it!

[@jamesrichardson3322]

Good luck with all future auditions!!

[@mykytarusakov8214]

Thanks Scott. Great tips and very inspiring :)

[@henryfreeman7748]

Almost a crazy question how is it these days for the professional bassist with the covid pandemic?

[@jsilence418]

That's great Are you going to use these tips to become a professional Bass player, Scott ?

[@bassplayer9432]

Great video - thanks for doing this!

[@rawstarmusic]

For me 2 out of 3 needed reading charts and note sequences. Some don't use it and you learn the repertoire ahead and play. For me it was getting in a touring band. That might run for a couple of years. When it splits up, someone have seen you around and you get a phone call about starting with another band or orchestra. There is no employment office involved in this. In an orchestra or band singing is clearly an advantage. (Btw Lisa sings. just saying.)

[@christopherreed2694]

Seamlessly

[@robertwindsor1728]

A goal that may prove elusive get educated follow Scott's career word class player and Teacher

[@larslee5341]

Sage advice... but I wish they addressed the issue of conflict...people being sketchy... for instance, cheating you out of pay... or band infighting... or passive aggressiveness for lucrative gigs with competing bassists... people can be rotten, and being “the cool guy” that everyone likes often involves a level of social maneuvering that few people talk about... but is present in everything we do...we can be professional, but that doesn’t mean we will be treated the same ... just something I’ve noticed about music in general

[@christopherreed2694]

Or learn to sing as well as bass and make your oun thing. Any one remember sting ya he was better looking than us but you could do that if it's a good song 🎵 🤔

[@BassAdvisor]

Sorry, I didn't get one word. You started to be a pro by doing "copper"? You said something similar but i can't get the word.

[@FuzzyDustmite]

"corporate"

[@LionelAlbert]

Who played with Deep Purple ? I didn't understand the name...

[@fatarry]

Lionel Albert Think it's Roger Glover

[@LionelAlbert]

Balding Beardy Bass Player Nick Simper, Roger Glover, Glenn Hughes but he said someone else, I think he didn't want to say Deep Purple.

[@DEMcouver]

Lionel Albert think he means Lawrence Cottle plays with Black Sabbath.

[@christopherreed2694]

Stevey wonder parliament and James brown and that chic Carole that did all the themes some old time gospel run dmc all of hip hop a professional bass player knows all of this oh and motown the stacks recordings and bb king a pro wakes ⏰️ 😎 up already jamming in there head slap a da bass

[@doothbooth4365]

HAH I AM FIRST COMMENT