PSBS 321 - Concepts for Jazz Bass Lines

Institution:

Berklee College of Music

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Description:

Credits:2 credits Prerequisites:Overall ensemble rating 4, private instruction level 3, or by audition Course Chair:R. Appleman Required of:None Electable by:Bass principals Offered:Spring, Summer, Fall Description A systematic approach to forming well-defined bass lines. The topics covered include writing bass lines, outlining chord sound and approach techniques, rhythmic effects, broken time-feels, and the use of pedals. Students are required to demonstrate various topics by performing their written bass lines over given chord progressions.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2007 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.berklee.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 747-2222

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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