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... studies will proceed, you’ll be able to choose a better instrument or, maybe, even a similar one: for those who already play the guitar, for example, it’s relatively simple to learn playing the bass, that requires a similar logic to make ...

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Norwell, on March 21 at 3 p.m. The group will perform a wide range of folk traditions on fiddle, bass and percussion featuring music from Ireland, Scotland, Gypsy jazz ... Learn To Skate Program offered by Pilgrim Skating Club located at Hobomock ...

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... shotgun blasts, guitar riffs that make your eyes bleed, bass ... to learn to record music. We are hoping that we can get somewhere with these bands, though, because we put so much time and effort into them, and to be able to get paid to play

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And you learn to take those skills and apply to what happened on "Celebrity Apprentice ... But I'm just saying this, truthfully, the girl can sit down and play the guitar, the piano and sing. She did a harmony on one of my songs that I did, "Nothing ...

OLD WAVE - Yes Weekly

Snüzz Behind these shades the visions fade As I learn a thing or ... forces with high school friends and guitar players Randall McCorquodale and Steve “Genghis” King to form a punk band of their own. “I tried to play banjo with Dan, and we ...

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There aren't a lot of places to play live here so there is a lot of free time for musicians to play in other groups, so we keep changing with the musicians we play with and learn from each ... electronic with the rock sound, bass and drums.

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This surface is better prepared than the one a few yards away, where he took eight wickets in a warm-up, but even so if he cannot play here why is he on the tour ... I performed bass guitar and embarrassing surname duties for Lowgold," says Miles ...

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I still have a lot to learn,” she said. “When I get on the plane, I ... She started on the guitar, but ultimately settled on the bass because it has fewer strings and fewer people play it. It helps her relax, something that might help her when ...

Open Question: electric guitar/ bass for beginner?

i'm planning to learn how to play the guitar and was wondering if an amp was required for a beginner or to play at all? more

Open Question: More SM Trainees Days ?

More SM Trainees Days ? 1) Did SM put you in a dorm with same gender or mix (boys and girls) ? 2) When they put you in a dorm, is that mean they are you band mate like you'll be debut alongside them ? 3) Do the trainers in SM speak in English or Korean ? Because I cant learn the language in one day , cant I ? 4) How do they test your skills in either dancing, singing, or acting ? (maybe like a sing-off competition or something?) 5) For your information, i'm still learning playing guitar and bass guitar. So when I'm auditioning, should I mentioned I can play those instrument because I'm still learning . 6) In SM, did they teach you to play musical instrument that you like ? more

Open Question: Where to buy OK-quality bass guitars in Hong Kong and is this one good or not?

I'm 16, never played the bass before but I want to. Screw the fact that I'm a girl. I have a problem with budget though. I'm not big on low quality, stupid, one-use stuff. So are there any shops (particularity in Tai Po or Tsing Yi or even Mong Kok because those are the areas I stay/go to a lot) that sell bass without charging me overprice? Online auctions are okay too. But I have to admit, this is really tempting: http://hk.f2.page.auctions.yahoo.com/hk/auction/b14808189 Unfortunately. 1) I don't read Chinese despite being half Hong Kong 2) I know about guitars and which stuff is good, which isn't, but I have no idea about bass. So... does this seem worth it, or is it a one-use thing? After all, it's pretty cheap, not to mention the fact that it has an amp together with it (I think). But I don't see a brand so I'm hesitating. Oh, and I've never played the bass before, it'll be my first, but I still want something that would last or that wouldn't give me a hard time in learning (I do plan to take lessons, but I plan to self-learn as well) If above is really a one-time thing, anyone who knows good shops and share them with me will be loved. Thank youI re-checked the link, I know a LITTLE chinese, so I got confused: does that auction include the bass guitar itself or just a tuner and amp? more

Voting Question: Urg!!!!!!! What do i do to Convince them? ( Someone who Knows about music)?

Ok well I love Music i Play Violin.Piano, Guitar and Bass i Love Playing all those Instruments but the problem is i Really want to play saxophone but when i asked my dad he said no and i asked why and he said Because it's well different then any other instrument i can play meaning my ear won't adjust to the sax! My dad only plays Guitar and Piano he knows really nothing bout violin or sax that'shats the reason he won't let me learn it because of my ear! I would really like to play Sax more then anything but violin how do i convince him to let me take lessons??? more

Resolved Question: Learning to Play the Banjo?

I learned how to read music in school as a little kid and taught myself to play piano (I'm pretty good) a couple years back. I can play a little bass guitar, but not as much as piano, and now I'm seriously considering learning to play banjo. My question is, as a near-complete beginner in the realm of stringed instruments, will I be able to teach myself to play banjo? I'm a pretty smart guy, so I think I could understand the mechanics of it, and, as I said, I taught myself to play piano a couple years ago and have grown quite proficient in it, so I know I have the ability, patience, and discipline to teach myself a new instrument. And I'm also pretty good with music in general. I'm just looking for a knowledgeable third party's thoughts on this, so what's your honest opinion? Also, if you do feel I can learn it, can you recommend any good starting banjos or beginner's banjo kits/books? Preferably ones that I can find online for a relatively low price (I'm just doing it for fun, I don't want to spend a fortune) that are still of acceptable quality? I know that's a lot to ask, but I really could use some help on this one. Thank you. more

Resolved Question: So there's this guy..?

K uhmm theres this guy in 3 of my classes that i never really payed attention to before, but after kind of getting to know him, i'm starting to fall for him.. His locker is next to mine, and lately we've been making tons of conversation. I've learned that we like the same music, tv shows, sports, style, and we both play instruments. Some days i feel like he's flirting with me (since i play guitar and he plays bass, he asked if i would "jam with him sometime", and other days he doesn't talk to me at all. I try to flirt with him, and I always feel jelous when he talks to other girls, but I don't know if it's worth it. He is the nicest guy and i feel he's perfect for me (not to meantion he is very attractive) but should I ask him out/persue this relationship? I don't know if he's interested or what? I'm so confused because i've never 'crushed" so hard lol. What should I do? Sorry this is really long lol Thanks SOO much, i really appreciate it.I'm also moving schools next year so I don't have that much time :( more

Resolved Question: I want to learn two instruments is this a good idea?

i currently play Bass Guitar and i want to start playing accoustic guitar i wouldn't cost me any money (except buying the guitar but i know someone who i can borrow from) im also currently in school though and my father thinks that it would snow ball and i would get to stressed. I want to start learning guitar from a young age i don't want to stop playing bass but i feel i have already learnt almost all there is to know about bass and its just the matter of joining a band and getting experience if you think i should stick with bass say so and why but if you think it wouldnt be bad for me to start accoustic as well then say so and the reasons why (hopefully i can build a strong argument as to why i should play both or if i should wait)i know the basics of bass and a bit morealso i do want to learn electric guitar but by playing accoustic i can start guitar and decide on whether i want to continue it and invest big money into it more

Resolved Question: I wanna learn how to play 5 instruments, help!?

I wanna be able to play the drums, guitar, bass, piano, and harmonica. I'm advanced at guitar already and I take lessons, but what should I play next, while focusing on guitar too? I know bass would be easy to teach myself, and so would the harmonica... So lessons; drums or piano? more

Voting Question: What instrument should I take lessons for next?

I'm taking drum lesson right now, at "Sabado's school of music" and I'm in a band where I both drum and sing. I'm trying to compose all the music for every instrument, and the instruments in the band right now are guitar, bass, and drums. We're hoping to get keyboardist, then a brass instrument (like trumpet or saxophone), and when we record the guitarist overdubs so there are 2 guitars and we're going to get a second guitarist for live shows soon. I'm getting pretty advanced with drums, I know guitar chords, and I know basically how to make a bass rhythm out of root notes, but I don't know anything about single note melodies with guitar or bass. I own a drum set (but it needs to be fixed up, its kind of destroyed right now), a piano, and an acoustic guitar. Next year is my sophomore year of high school and they offer guitar lessons as an elective, so I'm taking it, but I don't know exactly how much they'll teach me and if I should get serious lessons. Bass is my favorite instrument and is really fun, but isn't as useful right now for composing especially since I don't own and can't afford a bass. When I can afford and have time for more lessons for another instrument, which instrument should I choose? Guitar --Pros: I own a guitar, I understand it, and I can compose with it --Cons: I'm already going to take a class on it next year anyway, so it may be a waste, (although I don't know how much the class will teach me) Piano --Pros: One of the best instruments to compose with, due to the grand staff and how easy it is to do both a melody and rhythm --Cons: I already have a book on piano chords and scales, lessons could be a waste Vocals --Pros: My voice could really use lessons, I'm kind of a horrible singer --Cons: They might only tell me stuff I've already learned from books and the internet Bass --Pros: My favorite instrument, really fun to play, and I'd like our songs to have more bass-melody instead of just rhythm --Cons: I don't own a bass and lessons wouldn't really be that useful Trumpet or Saxophone --Pros: This way when we get a brass instrument player, I can tell them what to play and have control over that part of every song --Cons: I don't own a trumpet or saxophone, and it isn't that useful for composing the overal song, only for composing that instrument's part Help me choose please! Sorry for the really long wall of text!I know a lot of guitar chords already. Not just the like seven essenial ones but several advanced onesand power chords, what I have trouble with is single noes and barre chords.Also, recommending thins because they'll take me farther if I play it in a band doesn't really make a difference, I already both play drums and sing in a band, I wouldn't be playing any of these other instruments in a band, I'd only use them to compose the songs for the other band members. more

Voting Question: I really want to learn to play bass guitar?

but i am not sure if i should learn to play the acoustic guitar first and then move on to the bass, or just learn bass guitar more

Resolved Question: where is a good place/website to learn how to play bass guitar?

im fresh out of the batch and know nothing about the guitar besides it makes noise. i really want to learn so is there any good place i can go or find that can teach me how to play? more

Resolved Question: The One-finger-per-fret Bass Technique?

Hey, I'm learning bass guitar through the book "Complete Learn to Play Bass Manual", by Stephan Richter. I've come across a section on thee "one-finger-per fret" technique and have found that my fingers can't properly stretch over 4 frets, and when I try tis somewhat uncomfortable. Pretty much wanting to know, if I got the technique right and whether or not it's meant to be uncomfortable. Some tips on Bass technique would also be appreciated more

Resolved Question: 2 co founders and the other one kicks the other one out of a band for something that never happened?

Ok me and my cousin started a band we was both played the guitar until I learned the bass so I switched for the band,ok well we got a singer and had a drummer,well there was a guy I was hanging out with and he told my cousin that I was saying stuff like I wanted him to break up with his gf and lose his car......but I never said that,well he got pissed off and kicked me out of the band without asking me if I said it or not,and now the guy that told him I said that mess is now the new bass player of this band,and I think its messed up that we went this far and he kicks me out of the band that me and him created I dont think its right what do all of yall think about this situation??? more

Voting Question: Beginner Clarinet Questions?

Alright, I'm very interested in learning to play the clarinet. (I play guitar, bass and percussion seriously, as well as a bit of banjo, mandolin and piano. Just a bit of fiddling with those last three, really.) I really want to branch out a bit, and I've always been interested in the clarinet. I want to learn to play it - mainly for jazz. Here's the clarinet I was thinking of getting: http://band-orchestra.musiciansfriend.com/product/Etude-ECL100-Clarinet-Outfit?sku=463674 That one seems good - I don't want anything too crazy or expensive now, cause I don't know if I'm seriously going to play or not. If I really got into it, I'd buy a better one later. So, to anyone who plays clarinet, do you consider that one good for a beginner? Also, what would I need? I've heard of reeds and stuff like that...I don't see anything about a reed in this clarinet's information, so I don't know if that one uses them or what. Need help! Also! Do you read music for playing clarinet, or is it a lot of improv? Guitar uses pretty much no music, just tabs and chords. How is it for clarinet? I'd really appreciate the help all! Points to the best answer! Thanks! more

Resolved Question: I just got brand new bass guitar,but when I play it,the E string occasionally hits the frets. What's up?

Ok,I just got a brand new Ibanez Gio bass starter pack,and I was plucking away at a few notes,and I noticed the E string occasionally hits the frets that are closer to the body of it. Am I doing something wrong,or is there something I should be concerned about? I know this sounds stupid,but I just started learning,and I really don't want there to be anything wrong with it. more

Resolved Question: Should I get lessons for guitar or bass guitar?

I have decided that I want to learn BOTH guitar and bass guitar. My brother knows how to play guitar - he took lessons... So I know that he could help me. However, I've heard that bass guitar is easier to play (though I understand it's "harder to master"?). So, it isn't a matter of deciding which instrument I want to learn, because I want to learn both. But I don't have enough money to get lessons for both, so I want to know which instrument should I get lessons for? I'm leaning more towards bass lessons just because my brother has been playing for about 3 1/2 years (took lessons for two to two and a half years, I think) so he might be able to help teach me basic technique. Another idea I have is this: Take bass guitar lessons for a year, WHILE beginning to teach myself regular guitar (sorry, I don't know what to call it), so I can learn some of the basics of bass, and then switch to regular guitar lessons after about a year to a year and a half. Does this sound like a good idea, or could this end in failure? (Meaning, I suck at one/both instruments.) Again, I want to make it clear that I want to learn both instruments, so I'm not trying to "decide" which one to choose (like a lot of people on here generally seem to ask.) If anyone could give me ideas or help me to decide what I should do in this situation, that would be great. If you are confused by my question, please ask. Thank you in advance. more

Voting Question: What is the proper left hand fingering when going up the bass guitar neck on one string?

I have been searching endlessly all over the internet for this. When I was learning violin, I remember there were proper "positions" for the left hand fingers when playing up the neck of the instrument. You couldn't just use your fingers any way you felt like. And even though I feel like i have graduated from being a beginner bassist, I still can't find a way effective way to run up and down the neck without just using one or two fingers. Did anyone have any formal bass training that could help me with this? Or even if you didn't have any training but you have mastered this? Please help.To be more concise, what is the proper order of the fingers when going up the fretboard on one string. more

Resolved Question: How to train ears while playing guitar (as opposed to hands)?

I'm an intermediate level bass guitar player, but this question could work for near any instrument. I can play songs and go through scales and all that, but I really feel like it's my fingers are learning shapes (as opposed to my ears learning intervals and patterns). For instance, if I changed the tuning on my guitar to say, drop D, I'd be totally screwed because it'd mess up the shapes. This also makes it difficult for me to go up and down octaves. I try closing my eyes and humming along with the notes I play but I don't feel like a strong connection is being made between where my fingers go and what note is played. Any advice? Specific exercises or tips? I appreciate the help. And yes, I'm aware a teacher would be helpful. I wish I could afford one right now. Thanks.a more

Resolved Question: Want to learn Bass Guitar?

Hey guys, I'm looking to learn bass guitar, and I have several questions about how would be best on getting started: A) What's best? A 5-string bass or 4-string bass to learn on? B) What should I pay for a starting bass? I've got about 100-150 that I would like to invest in the guitar? C) Do I need an Amp right away, if I'm just learning? D) Is there a website I can self teach myself? I know how to read music (played baritone and trumpet some in High School) and think I can probably teach myself starting out. more

Resolved Question: Which should I pick guitar or bass?

Which is the best instrument to play? I want to learn either bass or guitar and need some information such as which is the fastest to learn? Which if you play out of the 2 do you find the best? which do you enjoy playing? Also not many people lean towards bass therefore your more likely to get in a band or something... You always get that question how many famous bass players do you know? HOW MANY FAMOUS GUITAR PLAYERS DO YOU KNOW? exactly! I would like to learn solos and stuff but lets be honest its easy said than done, so how long would it take to get to solo standards? more

Voting Question: What's easier to learn to play? Drums or bass guitar?

I want to learn to play, like the full on drum kit thing or the bass, which one is easier? I'm 15. Also how long would i have to play for to be good enough for a full on band? Like the myspace bands.? more

Resolved Question: Is it easier to play Electric Guitar or Bass Guitar?? What is the Difference between the two?

I have recently become interested in Guitars and want to learn how to play one. I want to learn either Bass Guitar or Electric Guitar because 3 other people in my family are learning acoustic and i wanted to be different. So I want to know the difference between the two and which one is easier to play. more

Resolved Question: to learn bass should i start on an acoustic?

i heard if you want to play electric guitar you should start with acoustic and because its easier, does the same apply to bass, or is it easier to learn from a bass guitar to begin with thanks guys more

Voting Question: Why didn't they want me in their band?

OK, so my friend started this band a while back and now they've got their first gig. I admit that now I'm extremely jealous. But I could've been their bass player! I mean, that was the only missing spot, and they completely looked over me! I mean, i've only been playing for a year or so, but I've been told by a lot of people that I'm pretty good! I learn songs quickly (and I've tried my hand at writing some) and I can learn by ear. I can play guitar and violin, too. (not that that's very useful XD0 But anyway... The bassist they've got now can only read sheet music. I feel that my being a girl may have influenced some of it. I mean, I don't really want to play with them anymore, I just want to play... And it seems like finding a good band is hopeless now...I don't know, but it feels like I could be jumping to conclusions becasue now their living my dream...I think so. I mean, if I sucked, my friends would definately tell me. Haha! I hope that was it. I still can't get over the fact that their bassist can only read sheet music, though!They're a metal band and I'm open to just about anything, really.He (the leader) never actually heard me play. ^^; I asked him like 10 times on Facebook, and he never responed. more

Resolved Question: am i too old to play the bass guitar?

hi i am 22 years old and want to learn how to play the bass guitar. i was just wondering am i too old or am i a good age to get good at the bass thank you more

Resolved Question: What Instrument is right for me?????????????????

Ok i'm tryin to pick one instrument(my schedule is to full for another)and i've picked either a electric or bass guitar OR a Casio - 76-Key Full-Size Keyboard and i'm really not sure on which one is right for me.I would LOVE to learn to play the keyboard it would please my grandmother(she hopes that i'll learn to play a piano but a keyboards the next best thing)BUT the guitar is harder and I have less experience with a guitar but i've always seen myself playing a guitar.If this even helps my my favourite music type is pop/rock(not sure if that helps at all) so what do you think is best for me?OK??????umm the nose is not an Instrument!lolyou better didnt just call me a b!tchum dude?dudet lol more

Resolved Question: im having band problems and i need advice.?

i have had this band with my friends for about a year now. its cool we all get along and were kinda good. well we never had a bass player and my friend who has never played bass in his life volunteered. so we convinced his dad to spend like $1000 on a bass guitar and a amp. well i told my friend that only if hes serious about it he could join. i told him that only if he would learn all the metallica covers and all the songs we wrote and practice then he could be in the band. well he promissed and so he got the bass. well now he tells me he hates metallica and doesent know the songs he wont practice at home. all he does is play maple stories on his computer. well i dont know what to do. he is my best friend but i love my band do i wanna make him mad and get a new bass player or just let it go???? more

Voting Question: guitar,drums,piano,flute, and bass which is the easiest to hardest? in order please.?

i want to know because i have played flute in the 3rd and 4th grade and now i'm in the 10th grade it's okay and it not so easy but not so hard either. i might not keep on practicing on it. piano is difficult but i'm learning but i'll try to become an intermidiate the most my dad said to be an expert it takes years and years to master it not just 1 or 2. sorry not for me. bass tried might improved,drums easiest to improvise but still a beginner will improved to at least an intermidiate. guitar my life long passion.begginner i must admit i decided not to practice during freshman year and yeah i regretted that but now i'm gonna practice everyday at least 2 hours or so. i'll try to become an expert on that. also if i learn guitar than bass should be easy right? i'll practice guitar,drums and piano(once my brother gives me the copy of his piano book)every single day. also if i were able to read the sheet music for piano then drums and guitar should be easy right the thing is no sites tells me where to play the guitar on the sheet music and drums well yeah got that all i need are songs so piano is technically the easiest to play for songs since i know where to play well i will soon. how long will it take to master reading sheet music and yeah i know tabs are easier but in case if the songs are in sheet music i want to be able to play so how long? also got any songs on tabs for drums,guitar and piano or sheet music even? more

Voting Question: Questions about bass guitar?

I have struck an interest to learn to play bass guitar. (The only instrument I know how to play is the baritone horn/euphonium which I have played for about 4 years now.) And of course I have questions 1. What would be the best bass to get? I have a budget of $300 max. What amp should I get (please nothing too much more than $100) 2. Is it somewhat easy to switch from bass to normal electric guitar? 3. Is it best to take lessons, or is it worth a try to teach myself? 4. What is the best resource to help answer my future questions? Thanks in advance! more

Resolved Question: What is an Electric Acoustic Bass Guitar?

I've really been looking to play a guitar. At first i wanted an acoustic till i heard a bass.. then on while searching i found an acoustic electric bass. what does it do differently than an electric acoustic or bass? does the name mean that it can sound like each? also if you have any suggestions, on what sites or videos i can look at to learn because i really don't have anyone to teach me. i don't have the money to invest in a teacher right now. I'm also learning a bass before i learn guitar. And if anyone has a guitar that is not in use..we should talk ;) more

Resolved Question: Picking techniques on a bass guitar?

Well i play in a band that is primarily metal, although we do add some stuff like tool or deftones in every now and then. Now i learned bass on my fingers, and thats really all i know how to play with. However, I wanted to get more grind out of my bass and get more of a metal sound out of it so i decided to pick up a pick. Im having trouble with some of the picking techniques used in metal(like john campbell from lamb of gods stuff). Are there any youtube vids or something i can learn from? Any help would be appreciated! more

Voting Question: how do I start a career in the music industry?

hey the last few years I've really been getting into music and I see music as a way to go in life. I'm just wondering if there's anyone out there that can help me out. I've been playing drums for about 2 years only played with people about twice. I'm learning guitar and bass( self teaching) and in September I started to learn piano and now I'm going to start leaning theory. I'd like to write or preform but the odds of making it big are slim. I'd just like to ask for some help or guidance. Ken C I'm looking at you heh btw if it makes a difference I'm 16 my email is elephant45@hotmail.com, any help or advice would be helpfulby the way I'm not so great at singing I can memorize lyrics easy but my voice isn't that great or trained. But I've got a good ear for good music. more

Voting Question: I wanna learn an instrument, which one out of these?

I either want to learn drums, guitar, bass, or something else. Not sure yet, but I plan on making a band with some of my musical friends. :) I'm going to be the lead singer (and whatever else I learn, like guitar, bass, or drums) and yeah. A couple of my friends know how to play guitar and drums. I'm not sure. Please help? :D 10 pts to the most NONNEGATIVE answer and the most helpful. :) It'd be great if you could give me a sight that teaches you with a vid. :) Thank yoouuu! :DBtw, I own an amp and a bass guitar. I'm not quite sure I want to play bass though. >.<I never thought of it that way, about not very many people singing and playing the bass. I will most likely just play the bass. Thanks :) more

Resolved Question: career veternarian,musician, or a anime drawer?

how do i know if i really want this and if i do want it and don't get it how can i stay happy with job i have or will have and i didn't want it in fact it sucks.(i'm 16 so yeah not yet) but i don't want to work in a business or anything to do with math. so that's a hell no! i mean if i go to college how will i know what i want to major in? i love animals, i actually do enjoy to learn about them, but i like music as well i often catch myself daydreaming into being a singer or playing guitar or drums maybe even the bass or piano once i improve on them. and anime drawer is the least because even thougn i do enjoy drawing them i'm pretty certain it's not gonna be on my top to get but it's nice to have something to fall back on.i always enjoy watching the anime and like to copy their work sometimes yeah it sucks but hey i'll tro to improve i'm just in high school but how will i know what i want when the time comes i won't let this get to me all the way but i would like some answers more

Resolved Question: Can you learn to play other instruments on Garageband?

I wanted to try and learn how to play bass guitar but I can only see piano and guitar. Is there a way to learn how to play the bass using this program or am I just wasting my time? more

Resolved Question: What's the difference between bass and guitar?

I'm taking music next semester, but i only signed up because i started learning acoustic guitar. Then i found out that you cannot play acoustic or electric guitar for class. I talked to my guidance counselor and decided that i would keep the class to play bass. But whats the difference? i just want to know what to expect. just as additional info, i don't play guitar that well. just for fun when i feel like it. so i'm not intensely into guitar. i like singing better :) more

Resolved Question: Acoustic Guitar or Bass?

Which is easier to play-guitar or bass? I am 12 years old and my mom said that I can learn to play acoustic guitar when I am 15.I'm fine with that,but since our worship team at my church's bass player will be going to college,they will be left without a bass player.They asked me If I would do it.I said no because I think the majority of bass players is made up of guys. So, if you play the acoustic guitar could you please tell me on a scale of 1-10 how hard it is to play acoustic guitar Thank You! more

Resolved Question: How Do I Become A Professional/Famous Musician?

First off I don't want any stupid remarks or answers on this (it costs me points to do this) I want to be a real musician and get signed. I've been writing lyrics since i was six, learned to play the drums when i was seven and am now 15 and have learned to play the guitar, bass, keyboard/piano, and have become a very good vocalist. I can also compose all kinds of music. The main thing I want to do is become a musician as a life ambition and career. I don't want to be a real face of a band though i just want to be a member of a band. So far I have written/composed 3 Pop Punk songs (like Fall Out Boy) I just want to know what steps i should take from here. more

Resolved Question: Are all guitar cables the same?

My son just got a bass and is learning to play. The cord that goes from the guitar to the amp has a bad short. I would like to get him a new one, but I dont know if I need to check the brand or make of the guitar? Or are all cords/cables pretty much the same? We got the bass from my nephew, and he didnt know because he didnt play it very long and never had to replace anything. more

Resolved Question: What should I pay attention to when buying my first bass?

I'm thinking about learning to play (electric) bass guitar, so I was wondering what I should pay attention to when browsing for my first bass. I've been checking out some internetstores, and they seem to sell a variety of "beginners packs". How do I pick what's right for me? I'm reasonably tall, does that matter? In the info they are talking about the type of wood, the number of frets, the neck, the type of guitar and the weight, to name a few. It's my first bass guitar (or instrument for that matter), so does it really matter at this point? Thanks in advance for answering! more

Resolved Question: What brand of bass guitar should I get?

hello, I want to learn how to play the bass guitar. I'll be playing metal/rock (idk how much of a difference that makes) I mostly want something pretty and unique looking. I dont want to spend over $250 new or used What brands are the best?I used to play violin, so a 4 string is highly highly HIGHLY prefered more

Resolved Question: What's the difference between learning electric and bass guitar?

I'm learning to play an electric guitar right now (6 strings), but I would like to know if once I lean completely to play the electric, will it be easy to play the bass guitar? Is the music completely different? As in reading music, and the notes, fingering, etc? Please don't tell me the difference of "importance", or the sound effect because I know bass is lower... I'd prefer someone who plays one or both to answer, but whatever is fine. Thank you more

Voting Question: What is the best instrument for a girl in a rock band?

I have wanted to be in a rock/alternative band for so long, I can't even remember. I can sing, but I don't like to. My plan is to learn to play either guitar or bass. Drums are completely out of the question. I play french horn already (almost at a regional level) and I have several friends who play the bass. My question is: What instrument would be best for a girl in a rock band? The band will not just consist of girls, I want boys in it too, because I like them better than girls. Thank you and sorry for my english. more

Resolved Question: some one please help, your opinion and advice is much apprecited.?

What should i do............please help? im a 13 year old girland im really into music (let me warn you ive got somewild dreams) ive got a violin (well borrowed one from the lessons i get at school) and im teaching myself the piano using the interenet and the keyboard ive got at home. i only started a week or two ago (ionlyjust startedboth the piano and violin). i ve learnt all the notes, time signatures, the staff, the treble and bass cleff and key signaturess and all that. at first it was really easy to understand and sort of absorb but then it all got hard with things like 12 bar blues chord progressionand pling songs ith both hands. and what does it mean when they say this is an example of a song played in the key of C? i also find it really hard to read the music on the staff and play it on the piano, is this just cuz i'm only just starting and im not used to it? like will i get any better cause right now it seems impossible, especially to play the chords with my left hand and the melody with my right hand. another thing is that i cant play any tune that i dont know.do u think i should just get a teacher? the thing is dont really want to pay all the money for 2 instrments and practice and do all the schoolwork i need to do. but i really want tolearn ro playthes instruments nd hopfully the guitar in a few years. any advice would be great,and thankyou so much =] more

Resolved Question: Tips on how to sing better?

I am currently learning how to play the guitar and have been playing songs for a while now. However, my singing sounds very awkward. It's not horrible or anything but it's very monotone and uninteresting. Also during some particularly somewhat high notes my voice cracks. I haven't had formal singing lessons and I'm not looking to be remarkable since my main goal is to play the guitar really but I want a decent enough voice to accompany my guitar playing. My singing is an alto I think. Not a bass and a falsetto. Any tips on how to improve my voice? Or can point me to a website that can? more

Voting Question: Bass guitar or electric guitar?

A little while ago, I asked my dad if I could play bass guitar, you know, with lessons and all, and he said: "No, but I'll get you guitar lessons" He thought that if I learned guitar I'd know how to play bass... but I thought their style was pretty different, right? And how you play and all... are the notes the same? Cause the strings and all are different. My friend is already learning guitar, so I'd really rather learn bass, but if I could play bass either way then... ? >< Please help... more

Resolved Question: How to begin to play bass guitar?

Do you need to buy the equipment or get lessons first or get them both at the same time? cheap options Should you learn from a school or a friend? The friend would cost less money Do you need to know musical theories? I like The Breeders(cannonball on bass) but i like alot of rock Can you practice in a dorm? What do you say when people criticize your playing?Does it take too much electricity? more

Resolved Question: Is bass guitar easy to pick up?

Hi! I'm in a band and we're pretty serious about our music. Recently our bassist had to leave because of time issues. I'm the singer but I'm wondering whether I should take up the bass too seeing as we currently need somebody to play it. I've got experience with other instruments seeing as I play the violin and piano. Somebody once told me the bass is all about imagination and pretty easy to pick up if you're musical. Is it easy to learn or is it worth looking for a bass player? thanks. more

Resolved Question: Is it an easy to learn bass guitar after playing the 6-string guitar?

Any tips on transition or just playing the bass in general? more

Resolved Question: Is playing bass any different than rhythm guitar?

Besides that there's only four strings? could I learn the bass to a song and just play it on guitar since I don't have a bass, and then would I easily be able to play it on bass later on, or would there be any differences? more

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