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Groove 101 is a book and audio DVD of 260 grooves and exercises covering a multitude of musical styles from pop to rock, funk, latin, soul and fusion. The book also comes with a data DVD containing more than 1,000 practice tracks and demonstrations. Audio examples are recorded on a variety of different Basses (1969 Precision, 1969 Gibson EB-1 , custom 5 string, etc.), with a complete listing of the instruments used included in the book for additional reference. This book is the best tool on the market for practicing and improving your groove, performance, control and your inner clock. The book is bilingual English/French. Spiral bound and excellent quality. Written in standard musical notation with improved TAB. 90 pages.

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