Bass Transcriptions from Louis Armstrong Plays W.C. Handy

The bass lines transcribed in this book are of bassist Arvell Shaw from the album Louis Armstrong Plays W.C. Handy.The transcriptions are full song length which provide invaluable insight in how to play the blues authentically in New Orleans jazz style. Recorded in1954, the album consists of all songs composed by W.C. Handy- "The Father of the Blues," this recording is widely considered to be Armstrong's best album of the 1950's. This book can be used by all levels for upright and electric bass. Good for all bass clef instruments. There are many benefits and knowledge that you will gain by studying the bass lines in this book. How to play walking bass lines over chord progressions Five Major Keys are covered-C,F,Bb.Eb,Ab. Use of basic chord notes, roots, thirds, fifths, sixths, sevenths, passing tones and arpeggios. Playing in position and upper register shifting Walking bass lines that ascend and descend using basic major scales, blues scales and chromatics Learn the notes on the fingerboard while playing authentic blues and jazz walking bass lines Improve reading skills over full length song transcriptions The note reading isn't difficult in the transcriptions. Repetitive lines that help note identification and recall Quarter notes make up most of the charts Eighth notes and triplets Eighth note shuffle and swing feel throughout Two solos that showcase virtuosity and improvisational skills. Notation only For blues and jazz bassists who have been playing primarily by ear, and would like to add or begin reading, this book is for you! Having the book on the stand while the album is playing is helpful in connecting with the notes on the page. Beginner bassists can use the book and will benefit greatly with the help of a knowledgable teacher. For the intermediate bassist work through the charts slowly and progress will quickly start to show in your ability to read notation and navigate the fingerboard If you are an advanced player you will have a great time playing through the transcriptions and will find yourself challenged while reinforcing the fundamentals. As you progress you will see a method begin to unfold. Use a verse or chorus and repeat it to gain command of your instrument. Dig in!