Learn to Play Electric Bass with the Most Trusted Method
The Hal Leonard Bass Method Book 1 – 2nd Edition is the ultimate starting point for anyone learning electric bass. Written by renowned bassist and educator Ed Friedland, this updated edition combines decades of teaching experience with modern techniques to help beginners master the fundamentals.
This comprehensive method includes softcover book and online audio access, featuring 44 full-band tracks for play-along and demonstration. Perfect for self-study or classroom use, it covers everything from tuning and playing position to essential rhythms and patterns.
What You’ll Learn in Book 1
- Proper tuning and playing position
- Musical symbols and notation basics
- Notes within the first five frets
- Common bass lines, patterns, and rhythms
- Rhythms through eighth notes
- Playing tips and techniques
- Over 100 songs, riffs, and examples
