Course Overview
Teacher
I have a degree in Double Bass from Indiana University and a Masters of Music Education from the University of GA. I teach string orchestra in an Atlanta-area middle school and have a thriving private bass studio. I love to play all kinds of music... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 22 min
- Lessons 9
- Attachments 3
- Exercises 24
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46 CQ
9 Lessons in This Course
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8 minFREEMusic lesson 1Free5 CQ
Learning how to hold an instrument is essential for beginners. In this lesson, discover the proper way to hold a double bass, and how it should size up to you.
with Seth GambaLearning how to hold an instrument is essential for beginners. In this lesson, discover the proper way to hold a double bass, and how it should size up to you.
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5 minMusic lesson 23 CQ
In this lesson, Seth Gamba demonstrates how to keep the double bass upright without holding onto the instrument's neck so your hands are free to play!
with Seth GambaIn this lesson, Seth Gamba demonstrates how to keep the double bass upright without holding onto the instrument's neck so your hands are free to play!
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7 minMusic lesson 34 CQ
In this lesson, Seth Gamba explains how to adjust double bass equilibrium when placing the left hand on the neck and how to maintain balance when shifting.
with Seth GambaIn this lesson, Seth Gamba explains how to adjust double bass equilibrium when placing the left hand on the neck and how to maintain balance when shifting.
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13 minMusic lesson 47 CQ
Are you learning how to hold a German bow on the double bass? In this lesson, learn how to position your hands and body to get the German bow hold just right.
with Seth GambaAre you learning how to hold a German bow on the double bass? In this lesson, learn how to position your hands and body to get the German bow hold just right.
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12 minMusic lesson 57 CQ
In this lesson, music teacher Seth Gamba walks through the correct position of the arms, hands, fingers, and wrist for the French bow on the double bass.
with Seth GambaIn this lesson, music teacher Seth Gamba walks through the correct position of the arms, hands, fingers, and wrist for the French bow on the double bass.
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6 minMusic lesson 64 CQ
In this lesson, Seth Gamba demonstrates how to apply Pop's and Hidersine rosin to a double bass bow, and what to do if the rosin gets stuck in its container.
with Seth GambaIn this lesson, Seth Gamba demonstrates how to apply Pop's and Hidersine rosin to a double bass bow, and what to do if the rosin gets stuck in its container.
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8 minMusic lesson 75 CQ
If you're learning the double bass, you'll have to pack it in a case on a regular basis. In this lesson, learn how to pack a double bass for safe transport.
with Seth GambaIf you're learning the double bass, you'll have to pack it in a case on a regular basis. In this lesson, learn how to pack a double bass for safe transport.
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2 minMusic lesson 82 CQ
In this lesson, music teacher Seth Gamba demonstrates how to maneuver a standing bass into a four-door sedan while leaving room for the driver and a passenger.
with Seth GambaIn this lesson, music teacher Seth Gamba demonstrates how to maneuver a standing bass into a four-door sedan while leaving room for the driver and a passenger.
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16 minMusic lesson 99 CQ
In this lesson, learn about musical nodes, as well as the technique and position for tuning your upright double bass correctly with music teacher Seth Gamba.
with Seth GambaIn this lesson, learn about musical nodes, as well as the technique and position for tuning your upright double bass correctly with music teacher Seth Gamba.
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11159 min11-part Writing Music course87 CQ
Learning how to read and write music opens up a world of musical possibilities! In this course from professional musician and educator Kalani, learn the fundamentals of music notation.
with Kalani MusicLearning how to read and write music opens up a world of musical possibilities! In this course from professional musician and educator Kalani, learn the fundamentals of music notation.
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11103 min11-part Guitar course57 CQ
Learn 10 beautiful chord progressions for guitar and a variety of composition techniques, including a formula for creating chord progressions and a simple method for transposing chords in new keys.
with Ben Levin MusicLearn 10 beautiful chord progressions for guitar and a variety of composition techniques, including a formula for creating chord progressions and a simple method for transposing chords in new keys.
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17134 min17-part Audio Editing course78 CQ
Recording expert Home Brew Audio demonstrates how easy it is to get your own recording studio up and running on your own by using just your computer and the free, open source software, Audacity.
with Ken TheriotRecording expert Home Brew Audio demonstrates how easy it is to get your own recording studio up and running on your own by using just your computer and the free, open source software, Audacity.
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13142 min13-part Flute course75 CQ
A classical musician shares flute techniques she learned the hard way—through trial and error. This course covers crucial yet often neglected topics that help beginning flute students flourish!
with JustAnotherFlutistA classical musician shares flute techniques she learned the hard way—through trial and error. This course covers crucial yet often neglected topics that help beginning flute students flourish!
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14153 min14-part Music Theory course83 CQ
Using detailed explanations and familiar music examples, this college-level music theory course provides an engaging and fun introduction that will help you become a more appreciative listener.
with Ethan WinerUsing detailed explanations and familiar music examples, this college-level music theory course provides an engaging and fun introduction that will help you become a more appreciative listener.