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June 22, 2000Berkleepress.com is undergoing some major expansion with a series of new bass
books. Master rock, jazz, funk, fusion, reggae, country, and every other style
you can think of are covered with this new lineup. Bass Improvisation This
book/CD pack is designed to help players master the art of improvisation. The
CD includes over 50 tracks for demonstration and play-along. The book works with
electric or acoustic bass. Chord Studies For Electric Bass This
Berklee Workshop is a resource for bass players who have progressed beyond beginning
methods and are now looking for a comprehensive knowledge of all basic and extended
chords. Featuring exercises in developing technique and melodic sense in an out
of the upper register, this book retains the traditional "foundation"
role of the bassist with the added demands of contemporary music styles. Playing
faster, higher, and more melodically are some of the requirements of the modern
bass player. Knowledge, confort, sound quality, and experimentation are the guiding
principles throughout the study. Dictionary of Bass Grooves Learn
the essential bass lines for 34 different musical styles, along with the history
of each one! Features CD with 34 full-band demo tracks. Funk Bass For
beginning through advanced bass players, this book illustrates techniques for
playing funk and slap-style bass! Also includes photos and special section of
equipment and effects, along with a 58-minute CD accompaniment! Lost
Art of Country Bass Learn classic and modern country bass lines, with
an insider's look at country bass playing both on stage and in the studio. The
CD includes 35 songs with full band backing. Reggae Bass The
complete guide to reggae and Jamaican bass styles, covering a range of styles
as they developed over time. Features 47 full-demo tracks on CD, with tons of
performance tips and lessons in the book. Rock Bass Learn essential
rock grooves and bass in lines in the styles of legendary bassists from the 1950s
through the 90s. Discover the techniques and history behind the genres, and enhance
your experience with 99 full-demo tracks and 131 music examples on CD! Reading
Contemporary Electric Bass From playing fast funk vamps to long, low,
sustained notes behind a singer, this Berklee Workshop will expand your playing,
reading, and composing skills in a variety of music styles. The rhythms and bass
lines presented are excellent for developing sight-reading skills and technical
proficiency. Includes comprehensive exercises and performance studies in funk,
rock, disco, jazz, fusion, Top 40, soft rock, and country western styles. For more information, visit their web site
at www.berkleepress.com. | 
