6-STRING BASSICS
6-STRING BASSICS
The complete guide for mastering the six-string bass!
This book/CD pack covers scales, arpeggios, modes, chord forms, two-handed tapping, alternative techniques, chromatic exercises and theory concepts. The CD includes 99 full-demo tracks. Written in standard notation and TAB. 32 pages.
Product Code: HL031
Format: Book & CD Package
Artist/Author: David Gross
Publisher/Distributor: Hal Leonard Corporation
US$12.95

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The complete guide for mastering the six-string bass!
This book/CD pack covers scales, arpeggios, modes, chord forms, two-handed tapping, alternative techniques, chromatic exercises and theory concepts. The CD includes 99 full-demo tracks. Written in standard notation and TAB. 32 pages.

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