R&B Bass Masters: The Way They Play

"and I like this author's books" according to Grayzer. I buy a lot of these types of bass books, and I like this author's books. This one is good; it's a nice review and tribute to the major bass players within the R&B genre during its heyday. It provides some basic background information about each bassist., and a few measures of signature sample grooves. I like that it has some su. "It's written by Ed Friedland" according to f.c.geil. It's written by Ed Friedland, what more do I need to say, really? He is the master of bass instruction books, and this is one of his better books. While it doesn't give you as much theory or charting as most of his other books, it does give you a decent glimpse into the careers and lives of some of the greatest bass players who . tbn8vb said A "Must Have" Book for Bassists Interested in R&B. First, my background: I am a performer (bass trombone and electric bass) and an instructor. I am also a composer and arranger. My undergraduate degree is in Music Education (Masters in Music Composition); and the majority of my Air Force career was spent in the field of Education and Training.I "collect" bass guitar method books

The book includes lessons in the styles Motown genius James Jamerson, Memphis master Duck Dunn, New York ace Chuck Rainey, Muscle Shoals stalwart David Hood, and many others. The R&B Masters: The Way They Play explores the lives and works of the bassists whose tracks propelled R&B’s greatest period. The chapters detail each bassist’s career, gear, and unique approach to the groove, and the CD provides audio tracks for all of the book’s written examples.

Bassist and educator Ed Friedland has become known as one of the world's foremost authors of bass instructional materials. As a columnist and Contributing Editor for Bass Player Magazine, Ed has written scores of articles that have helped bassists achieve their goals and develop the skills needed to be well rounded musicians

As a columnist and Contributing Editor for Bass Player Magazine, Ed has written scores of articles that have helped bassists achieve their goals and develop the skills needed to be well rounded musicians . About the Author Bassist and educator Ed Friedland has become known as one of the world's foremost authors of bass instructional materials