This is such good info. As a drummer... I'll say... I appreciate MOTION in a bass line. It makes the cymbal beat pop and dance. Of course there's a way to play pedal tones that pop, but I think pedalling is an approach for very specific musical situation. Generally, the line needs to keep moving, and a bassist has to stay congnizant of the range they're playing in as they approach the end of sections and choruses. Maximizing the effect of drops of octave and skips is important... I want to hear those effects in a subtle way at crucial points in the harmony (generally), and then in a more emphatic way when energy starts to build and release. So a person could think about walking up from the lowest register to the highest, and have a plan for a drop in a really emphatic point in the music... Look ahead to the spot where landing on a really good note will have its greatest effect. It goes without saying that the voice leading needs to be clear; walkups are an easy way to get there.
@CharlesRey Жыл бұрын
This is gold that you are teaching to people are just getting started on walking bass lines. Kudos to you sir!
@darthregulus2 ай бұрын
I am switching to Double Bass, I am convinced.
@jazzbrew683 жыл бұрын
Oh man. This was pure gold and yes... you've just laid out my practice for the weekend. I gotta get a lesson with you in 2022 Paul! Happy Holidays to you and yours.
@argot408610 ай бұрын
man , i have been doing these background gigs for over 30 years,,,and never heard that so on point expression! Wallpaper gigs..
@BassDawStew3 ай бұрын
Sometimes they pay quite well - I assume that the pay is for the indignity of being ignored for 3 hours...
@JamesW-li5oi Жыл бұрын
This video was i.mensely helpful. I just got a bass sax and am trying to go from being a lead instrument to a bass line player and had no idea where to begin. I've always found theory more useful than transcribing. It's much easier for me to apply a concept than just copy others.
@keithdiamond512416 күн бұрын
Bro, I’ve been wanting to play or learn how to walk the base for many years I hear different teachings I caught onto your teaching which is pretty darn good you said pat yourself on the back. I’m gonna have to practice a little bit more. I understand the theory the whole half half half whole theory, which makes a lot of sense. I always wanted to play upright, but I will practice on my Fender. I appreciate you. Thank you if I could see your fingers a little bit more I think I’ll be real good. Thank you for your time, bro. You’re a good teacher. God bless.
@josephrichard77432 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I am currently in my schools chamber orchestra but I personally want to get better at jazz for my senior year I will continue to watch ur videos and u seem like a decent guy
@nickfane67293 жыл бұрын
This is also the key to a lot of classic R&B and rock bass. Great to know!
@dale116dot73 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I sneak in these jazz walk ups (whichever applies for the change happening) into bluegrass or country (what I usually play). it breaks up the monotony of too much root-five or the standard country walk up which can get boring after a while, not just for the bassist but the rest of the band. Good to know changes across different genres, a number of country and bluegrass bassists incorporate jazz and classical movement into their playing.
@pacemasterful2 жыл бұрын
So glad to have encountered your channel, it's given me new inspiration to practice and my mind is expanding
@pdbass2 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@judeb.11193 жыл бұрын
one of the most concise and clear instructional videos on youtube geared towards bassists. subscribed and excited for more!
@keithdiamond512416 күн бұрын
Bro, I’ve been wanting to play or learn how to walk the base for many years I hear different teachings I caught onto your teaching which is pretty darn good you said pat yourself on the back. I’m gonna have to practice a little bit more. I understand the theory the whole half half half whole theory, which makes a lot of sense. I always wanted to play upright, but I will practice on my Fender. I appreciate you. Thank you if I could see your fingers a little bit more I think I’ll be real good. Thank you for your time, bro. You’re a good teacher. God bless. Oh PS I will be subscribing you and stay on your channel so once again, thanks Bro.
@CameronCrowleyMusic2 жыл бұрын
Fly Me to the Moon is a really good example of this too! Amazing tutorial and channel
@Kan-o-tex9 ай бұрын
I loved playing "wallpaper gigs" with my bluegrass band; nobody was really listening so we felt free to experiment and mess around with arrangements while getting handsomely paid. I'm just getting back into upright bass and love your channel. Thanks!
@lougaru24456 күн бұрын
Holy crap this is the Konami code of walking bass
@chevydoessound2 жыл бұрын
I came across your channel about a month ago and it has been so helpful. I really appreciate the straight forward explanations and demonstrations. Jazz can be so daunting and to be able to pull back the curtain and show it isn't so scary is such a relief. I look forward to more of these little lessons from your channel.
@leodavis5256 Жыл бұрын
"I've got some practicing to do" was my thought exactly just before you said it. I need to run through all the keys more often.
@rembeadgc3 жыл бұрын
Love your straight forward, methodical and focused approach to something very simple but abundantly applicable.
@Barabyk3 жыл бұрын
You're a brilliant communicator. Pure joy to listen and learn!
@jackthebassman19 ай бұрын
What a beautiful timbre
@crimfan3 жыл бұрын
This mixed in with some arpeggios and octaves or drops and a whole lot of good bass lines are right there. It's like knowing your Scrabble words.
@erivers71 Жыл бұрын
This bass teacher is genius. Circle of fourths= brilliant lesson.
@gerardclaude16523 жыл бұрын
I am practicing with a big smile on my face. Thank you so much.
@katabatica Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the shorter no-filler format. There's too many KZbin videos now that are ten minutes long, regardless of the actual content
@markm49524 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I used to play classical, but never joined jazz. I keep my old upright in my classroom for a unit that we do on sound. The other day I played pink panther on it while they were working, and they loved it. I think it might be fun to learn how to walk properly so I can do more wallpaper gigs for my students when they want me to.
@sowelldon Жыл бұрын
Bro! I've watched so many of your videos. I just watched your video on Anthony Jackson and subscribed to your channel. OMG!!! You are freaking Awesome!! I don't read music and I don't know music theory but listening to you. I need to get over myself. You rock man!!
@gvbarbosa783 жыл бұрын
Thanks for speaking slowly and congratulations for your accent. For a non native speaker it makes all the difference. Great lesson! 👍🏻🙏🏻
@berachtdorian61913 жыл бұрын
I've never seen your videos before, but you're great! You're teaching is wonderful and you seem like a humble, decent guy.
@kevinr.theodore7672 жыл бұрын
Man, I got hyped by the thumb nail and thought you was to do a Mingus review. You got to do a Mingus Review this year !
@SaltyMusicOne3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree there’s are a must know pattern - I like to add the octave displacement to make to give some variety- so fog down a seventh where appropriate - but again, Janis is core must know.
@JohnHorneGuitar3 жыл бұрын
Great information Paul! Everyone should learn these not just bass players!
@pmvoice883 жыл бұрын
Great video. These walkups are the connective tissue to chord movement and resolution.
@francescodipalma97853 жыл бұрын
Watched > Saved > Liked > Subscribed.
@minglian64333 жыл бұрын
KZbin did it again. Pure Gold content
@pvillez Жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial. Thank you very much
@ThomasBrophy3 жыл бұрын
PT!!!! You are a master teacher. Thank you for sharing.
@drstrange6292 жыл бұрын
I always automatically hit “like” as soon as you I open one of your videos.
@dingoswamphead3 жыл бұрын
Great lesson, Paul, and what a beautiful bass you are playing.
@pdbass3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! ‘72 Pollmann. She’s a looker!
@cocoelyssesofficial Жыл бұрын
I love your videos, you are an amazing teacher✨🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽‼️
@Gk2003m3 жыл бұрын
I’d already noticed this occurring in my own lines as I listen to the masters; nice to see it pointed out this way. In fact it’s so entrenched in my playing that I’m trying to get away from it and do something else! But if I’m lazy, it’s the first many bars of, say, How High The Moon.
@endoplasreh Жыл бұрын
Wow. This is great info that I never thought about. Thanks so much.
@extramile7349 ай бұрын
It's moving in 5ths. 5ths. It is the cycle of 5ths. You are a great educator thank you for your great work.
@butterboydan3 жыл бұрын
New fave jazz channel?
@ianstewart28462 жыл бұрын
Great stuff dude. Perfect video lesson that anyone can use. Bravo!
@daniellemeyer51593 жыл бұрын
Never heard of, but played it a million times. Nice to have a term for it. I like it thanks.
@daveamico990 Жыл бұрын
Love it Thank you!
@williamjohns93229 ай бұрын
Heading upstairs to practice right now! Great video
2 жыл бұрын
Respect! I watch your classes everyday, mentor. Congratulations
@ProgRockDan13 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this bass instructions
@carloscortes20173 жыл бұрын
Thanks , more like this please! Excelent, short and straight
@searching4the3 жыл бұрын
Very nice! So much info in a short video. Thank you so much for sharing.
@fideldely59883 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you. Thank you!
@vanderpoolfarmsl.l.c.99833 жыл бұрын
Love the timbre of your bass!
@Lutemann10 ай бұрын
This is quite good. Thanks.
@RodGoelz2 жыл бұрын
Love these lessons!
@maXXer003 жыл бұрын
Just commenting to help the algorithm spread the coolness. Bravo!!!
@carloszagal19343 жыл бұрын
very informative, thank you good sir. What about a video about how you approach solo-ing over changes? I WOULD love to see how you approach jazz solo-ing on upright. Great content as always!
@pdbass3 жыл бұрын
I will cross that bridge! I just like to cover the most overlooked stuff first. We play bass, after all. Thanks for watching!
@billkirbymusic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! An simple approach taught in a usable formate. Have a happy holiday!
@chrisharrison8093 жыл бұрын
Subscribed. Giving this to my students ASAP. You’re the man.
@patrickr123423 жыл бұрын
Superb Videos. My first vid, was the ten doublebass lines in hip hop. Thumbs up and greetings from germany. Thanks, a lot, for your work.
@bassocanario3 жыл бұрын
Dr. Dopenstein's Dopesauce Delivery👍🏾🤓 The beauty/effectiveness of simplicity, eh?🙌🤗💣😉
@johnxaviermusic3 жыл бұрын
Beautifully simple! Subbed👍 Thank you for the content.
@Tattoed_soul10 ай бұрын
Great vídeo. Thank you!
@charlieburns138510 ай бұрын
Awesome thanks👍🎶
@johndangerbenedictarnold78622 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making Morgantown cool!
@pdbass2 жыл бұрын
^^^^This comment^^^^🤣
@mandohat Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@AmerBarakatBass10 ай бұрын
Very helpful 👍👍 what about going back to
@laurentdorel8354 Жыл бұрын
Great talk, thank you! Is it a descending pattern like this walkup ? A walkdown ?
@pdbass Жыл бұрын
Yes! I will definitely be talking about that in another video. Thanks for watching.
@alfredbellanti37553 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this Sir. 😊
@Sebastianandthedeepbluemusic3 жыл бұрын
thanks for the ideas I'm gonna give it a go
@austinhernandez27162 жыл бұрын
I'm a trumpet player but this helps me in listening
@Britelife503 жыл бұрын
excellent and layed out perfectly
@davidmaslow3993 жыл бұрын
Yeah Paul! How cool!
@skinnystrong8 ай бұрын
Nice! How about walking down the fifth, all scale tones? E.g., Fmin7, Bbmin7, Eb7, Abmaj7: F-G-Ab-A | Bb-Ab-G-F | Eb-F-Gb-G | Ab-G-F-Eb | Db etc.
@wonder67893 жыл бұрын
Excellent and excellently done.
@doublebasshq3 жыл бұрын
This is so great, Paul! Such a great lesson!
@SteveSam663 жыл бұрын
Great lesson! Thx
@paulpaul003 жыл бұрын
Great! Love your tone...
@alexdebling15643 жыл бұрын
Ron Carter sent me here. Great video, and thanks for the "Wallpaper gig" definition. Not gunna lie; for a second, I was impressed your nice clothes weren't covered in wallpaper paste ;)
@pdbass3 жыл бұрын
Whaaaaaaa?!?! The GOAT saw my video?!?!
@alexdebling15643 жыл бұрын
@@pdbass He reacted to it on Facebook :)
@pdbass3 жыл бұрын
I just saw it! I might retire now 😁
@alexdebling15643 жыл бұрын
@@pdbass If The G.O.A.T hasn't retired yet, what right do we have ;)
@SomeplaceintheMiddle20252 жыл бұрын
Would you please take a look at Buckshot Lefonque's Breakfast at Dennies.
@AmeliaLewis3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Paul. Just discovered your work, and I have a question about this technique versus advice provided in Jazz Lesson #2 (Walking Bass Part I). There, you emphasize chord tones. "Play chord tones on 1 and 3." This works for the minor/dom7 and half-dim patterns provided here (since the chord tone on 3 is going to be minor, and that fits in the walkup and leaves two half-steps to complete the fourth), but it doesn't for the pattern supplied for major/dom7: from tonic half-half-whole-half puts the second on 3. It really isn't possible to put a major third on three and still have space for another note (well, barring microtones) on four before reaching the fourth. I realize that the advice for chord tones in walking lines includes room for exceptions, but should one only use this pattern for a major chord when sus2 can substitute for the third without sounding too sour? Or is this a case in which one needs to be aware (well, maybe simply a little more aware than usual) of the melody note(s) on 3 to avoid killing the groove? More simply, if the line is in a major chord without the dominant 7th, is it better to switch to an alternate technique rather than risk going sour here?
@pdbass3 жыл бұрын
Great question. Oftentimes, 6ths and 2nds can work on those critical beats. The real task is to AVOID playing a b3 on beat 3 if the chord is major. The major/dom walkup is basically playing up a major scale with a passing tone between the root and second. I found this line transcribing players like Ron Carter, Paul Chambers, and Sam Jones. They all play it…a lot. Remember that where your line is going is as important as where it is in that moment. If it sounds right, forget the rules and just play.
@live2groove3 жыл бұрын
Ha.. I refer to them as the "Hey Joe" climbs. That song moves in 5ths, so you go from the root to the 3rd and chromatic from there. It's also in Stevie Wonder's "I wish" going from the Ab back to the Eb-7. Yep, it's everywhere man.
@Jordan_Thomas6 ай бұрын
I really gotta get one of those keyboard faucets
@albertarason45023 жыл бұрын
Seeing this video made me realise that maybe I am not as bad of a bass player as I think I am sometimes because I know this technique very well.
@keithmcduffie71822 жыл бұрын
Comments Before Viewing: I Don't Think That We Will EVER Get To The Point That We Comprehend All The Things Charles Mingus Was Telling Us On That Bass ...... 2022 And We're STILL Trying To Catch Up!!!
@korelmemili2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@andyokus57353 жыл бұрын
I owned the great Ben Tucker's upright. I was so stupid I tried to play it like an electric. No go. That's ok I'm a killer electric player. I learned to walk from the monster Larry Taylor on John Mayall's " Jazz Blues Fusion " album. I highly recommend it to all players it's a kick ass record!
@charles80723 жыл бұрын
thanks a bunch for the vid.
@davetuttle97013 жыл бұрын
Excellent
@tomsteger13 жыл бұрын
Super helpful! Thank you!!
@lowalevchuck9499 Жыл бұрын
Hello! Can somebody help me? what is skips? It's on 0:33 , but I don't undestrsatnd
@pdbass Жыл бұрын
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@toddhamby3 жыл бұрын
Great video again Paul!
@renemama43698 ай бұрын
yes
@lubormrazek55459 ай бұрын
actually used this in autumn leaves..without knowing it
@donkelly363 жыл бұрын
really nice, love this video!
@dimensionstomorrow3 жыл бұрын
Super helpful! 🤯
@jeanneannvalfre95813 жыл бұрын
Yes,thank you …..great info…..must have…..☮️🎶🔛🌎
@electrosonicnebula3 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Different from Hey Joe which walks up to the fifths C, G, D, A, E and the formula there would be major 3rd / half / half / half.
@pdbass3 жыл бұрын
Yes-but remember that Hey Joe is different: it’s moving in FIFTHS, not 4ths
@electrosonicnebula3 жыл бұрын
@@pdbass Yes, yes, well aware and wrote "up to the fifths" :-) Your lessons are incredible, by the way, and such clear, precise, and powerful playing for the examples (would love to hear you "in context" even a "wallpaper" gig). I play piano actually, and just getting into jazz but your lessons are completely relevant. Absolutely stunning!
@russell_szabados2 жыл бұрын
Digression...I joined my first pro band at 17 and we did a wallpaper gig at a local doctor's mansion. During a break I ran to the bathroom and accidentally walked in on my orthodontist snorting coke. I was only two years out of braces at that point. Good thing we were wallpaper because I was catatonic the rest of the night.