Jazz Bowing Techniques for the Improvising Bassist

(Book + CD) A complete approach to improvising arco jazz with step-by-step instructions, exercises, and diagrams. Transcriptions of Slam Stewart, Jimmy Blanton, Paul Chambers, Eddie Gomez, and John Goldsby. Includes compositions by and for famous bass players. Highly recommended!

Tunes: Bowin' The Blues; Festus Yukan; Grahi; Blues For Sarka; Gotta Git; Roll Down, Roll On

Transcribed Solos: Jimmy Blanton (Sophisticated Lady & Mr. J.B. Blues), Leroy 'Slam' Stewart (I Got Rhythm), Paul Chambers (Tale Of The Fingers & The Theme), Eddie Gomez (Elsa), John Goldsby (Lava, Three Short Stories for Bass and Piano, The Cupbearers).