{"product_id":"walking-bass-line-construction-so-what","title":"Walking Bass Line Construction - So What","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlock the secrets of creating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emusical, grooving, and expressive walking bass lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on one of jazz’s most iconic tunes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“So What”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may look simple on paper—but crafting simple lines that feel alive, fresh, and intentional takes real skill. This book walks you through exactly how to do it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this newest volume of Bob Sinicrope’s acclaimed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series, you’ll get a hands-on, learn-by-doing approach that will be useful for anyone. Beginners get a clear, confidence-building pathway and more experienced players will get a good refresher course on crucial walking bass concepts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBass greats \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictor Wooten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRufus Reid, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eas well as countless educators, endorse Bob’s logical approach for building a rock-solid foundation in walking bass lines. What you learn here will \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexpand your vocabulary, strengthen your groove, and elevate your sound \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein any musical setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside You'll Find:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgressive walking-bass exercises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e using approach notes, enclosures, passing tones, forward motion, and more. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear, detailed explanations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that show you how to practice, refine your feel, play with spirit, and deepen your groove. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacking tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so you can instantly apply each concept in real musical situations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAB for beginning electric bassists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, using a practical range up to high C (first 5 frets).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether “So What” is one of your first jazz standards or a tune you’ve played for years, this book gives you the tools to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewalk with creativity, clarity, intention, and confidence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 77 pages, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#1.4 Lower Triple Chromatic (page 6)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#5.5 Pattern #5 (page 50)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Sample_Pages_3.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#6.15 Paul Chambers (page 66)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Sample_Pages_4.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplemental Content (page 71)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplementary Content Links Page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/9798992226393-links.php\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“So What” Links Page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Bob Sinicrope's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e book is an amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines. A very simple but unique approach makes it not only highly educational but also enjoyable.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Victor Wooten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bassist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I have known Bob Sinicrope for at least 50 years. I have observed how consistent and passionate he is about playing the bass, teaching what the bassist needs to do to be musically successful. His book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is quite thorough and will teach the user to be an excellent bassist\/musician\/listener!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Rufus Reid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, jazz bassist\/composer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBob Sinicrope is a renowned jazz educator who founded the Milton Academy Jazz Program in 1974. Originally a math teacher, he switched to jazz education, inspired by his studies and collaborations with jazz greats. Sinicrope's teaching focuses on classic jazz recordings, guiding students in tribute concerts and performances at prestigious venues. Internationally recognized for his clinics and contributions to jazz literature, he is in the DownBeat Hall of Fame for Jazz Education. Bob is an active bassist in the Boston area and leads the music groups The World Leaders and SoundsGlobal. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44933562433727,"sku":"260","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44933562466495,"sku":"e260","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/walking-bass-line-construction-so-what-by-bob-sinicrope.jpg?v=1774648802","url":"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/products\/walking-bass-line-construction-so-what","provider":"Sher Music Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}