Here’s why you’re NOT too old to learn bass

Have you ever thought it would be fun to play bass, but you assumed you were too old? Well, you’re not too old - no matter how old you are! Most of my students are well over 50. And wait till you hear about how they’re learning bass, playing their favorite songs and having more fun than they ever though possible. Watch this video and prepare to be inspired!
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[@gb-tm9vg]

Another random thought on todays video. There are always a myriad of reasons we come up with to convince ourselves why we can't do something. All of them boil down to two things in my opinion. We don't really want to or we are afraid we can't. However there is the one single reason we can do something. We want to.

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

Thanks for that, gb. May your words inspire others to take action. 👍

[@larryherbert252]

Very well said

[@bytorbass]

Bought a bass in my mid 30s but really didn’t play it very much . Then at 50, I joined a 3 piece band who needed a bass player . That forced me to start learning songs and practicing . It was fun, but I really didn’t get good until I learned some music theory and truly understood what I was doing and how to best support the song. I have never had any music education but I can now call myself a bass player . I’m in my 60 s and every time I pick up the bass I learn something new and it brings a smile to my face . If you are passionate you can learn something new at any age . Cheers!!

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

Awesome! Thanks for that. 👍😀

[@larryherbert252]

Good for you

[@geoffstokes]

I started playing at 61 because a worship team wanted musicians and I said I'd play bass. I didn't even have a bass, let alone could play. I had just enough music knowledge to begin and went on a crash course journey. I started playing in the worship team immediately and two years later it's going really well.

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

Love it! Thanks for sharing that great story, Geoff. Keep it going.

[@geoffstokes]

Awesome. You're videos are very encouraging for us older low-enders

[@M_EvoBass]

I'm glad you posted this. I missed the boat, then managed to get back on the boat only to dive back into the water , swim to shore, get out and look at the boat sailing off and say damn it, I missed the boat! I have since bought another ticket and are happily on the boat and don't plan on getting off anytime soon Great show ❤

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

Thanks for sharing your inspiring story. I love your determination. Here’s to you always staying afloat! 😁

[@M_EvoBass]

@ForBassPlayersOnly 😎 thank you sir!

[@gb-tm9vg]

Another great video. Sounded like an invitation to leave a story. Here's origin story: In 2009, already in my fifties, I decided to go back to college and get a degree. I had no idea in what. Story of my life. Then one day in, don't remember exactly, 2010 or 2011, I was walking home from some errand. For whatever reason I decided to stop by a music store. This store was owned by an acquaintance. I had known this person for years. He was a professional drummer and sold me a Pearl Export Series drum kit years before. That's another story. I walked in to the store mostly to say hi. Well anyway, long story short, I spotted a bass on the wall. A bass on consignment for a whopping $99. I bought it, along with all the usual stuff you need. Not knowing diddley about bass or any guitar for that matter. My next trip was to a local library where I found Bass Guitar for Dummies. I haven't turned away since. My foundation is blues, rock, country and jazz.

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

Thanks for sharing that story! Keep driving that low end. Also, I thought you might like this interview with Patrick Pfeiffer, author of Bass Guitar for Dummies. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anKmZZmue56AkJI

[@williamclementsonbass1795]

If I can find a work around, then anybody can. Nice to see you J.L.

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

You’re an inspiration to all of us. Thanks for weighing in.

[@waynehereford7847]

I need a bass like that

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

It’s a Stonefield. I love it! www.stonefieldmusic.com/collections/4-string-basses-1

[@bAgRiMoIrEsS.4]

Having a hard time navigating around the fretboard? Do this! Based on the C major scale, down on the 3rd fret grab a C Ionian, D Dorian, E Ehrygian, F Lydian, G Mixolydian, A Aeolian, B Locrian, up to C Ionian on the 15 fret, ect,ect, etc.. The C major scale. Do this, sequenced intervals using the C major scale, 3rds,4ths,5ths,6ths,7ths, these are the building blocks you need to evolve in to a better fluid bass player.

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

👍😁 Thanks!

[@bAgRiMoIrEsS.4]

In my tenure as a bass player I've realized everybody is different, some people pick up a bass and zoom straight to the Moon Alice! In this case it's due to the fact that a person has already accomplished another musical instrument at some point in their life. The key is to hear the notes on the neck as you hear you humm the 🎶 recognizing tone in your ear. This ability is greater or lesser from person to person. lt's called perfect pitch, cognitive pitch, tone deaf. Perfect pitch is the natural ability to hear and recognize pitch. Cognitive pitch is ability to kind of hear it, through training, or overtime, practice on a musical instrument will train your ear to have perfect pitch. Tone deaf, well, who knows? Look what Beethoven accomplished! Lol

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

👍

[@kimlombardy3393]

In the immortal words of Yoda …… “No try just do”👍

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

Sense to me that makes! 😂

[@mbiggles1323]

I need pointers on navigating the frets blind

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

One thing I always suggest is getting used to what it feels like moving up or down one fret, two frets, three frets, etc., using your fingers as an anchor. Start by playing a note with your index finger, up and down. Get used to that feeling. Then do the same thing with your pinky. Do this without looking at your hands. Soon you’ll get more of a feeling for where you are and what notes are available to you. Give it a try then hit me back and let me know how it’s going. Thanks, Mr. Biggles! 😁

[@tommaderos876]

Jon, Thanks for this encouraging video. I'm 75, three years ago I had a stroke, which effected my dominant hand, my left. since then I've been trying to learn bass right handed. I have a hard time keeping a groove going. I know the fretboard & my roots, fifths & octaves. But I still haven't found a way to play that feels comfortable and natural. Any suggestions?

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

First, I’ve got to say how much I admire your determination and enthusiasm! My best recommendation is just to experiment and see what works. Put the emphasis on the music rather than trying to follow a specific technique. Feel free to send me a video and I’ll be happy to give you some feedback. I can be reached through the “Contact” link at forbassplayersonly.com/. Thanks for asking!

[@torgomax]

I wish my fingers were longer..

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

Why? You don’t need long fingers to play bass. What are you having trouble with?

[@Project_2501]

Dude, the reason why your channel is tanking is because of your artificial, over-exaggerated persona. It comes across as fake and unlikable. Fix this and be more natural.

[@ForBassPlayersOnly]

What can I say… I gotta be me! 😂

[@Project_2501]

@@ForBassPlayersOnly Then stay a low click channel.