grumpyguts Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 Back in the mid 80's I started playing bass; got in a band, played a few gigs of original material - had a laugh. This all stopped when I went off to Uni in 1987. I was self taught, didn't read music and apart from knowing the blues scale was musically illiterate. I think what made me useful at the time was a good sense of groove and possibly a reasonable ear; people who heard me play thought I was ok. For over 25 years my poor old Westone Thunder 1a was rather abandoned by me while marriage, kid etc took over. However for the past 18 months I have been having lessons and think that perhaps I am ready to expose my lack of ability to others. What is the best way to get back to playing in a group situation? Initially just informal stuff - no pressure. What would I need to know to hold my end up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatback Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 [quote name='grumpyguts' timestamp='1407149881' post='2517722'] What would I need to know to hold my end up? [/quote] You've just gone and done it - joined BC Welcome. My history was much the same as yours. The info and encouragement on here got me back up and running. I suggest you post your Q in the General section, and I'm sure you'll get loads of helpful info. And well done getting back into da bass. it's an itch you have to scratch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlungerModerno Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 Good decision. I'm redoubling my efforts currently myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 Welcome, oh grumpy one! I have no answer to your enquiry, but hope you'll enjoy BC. best, bert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 Hi Grumpyguts. Good choice of direction. Plenty of friendly help here - Welcome to the forum. Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westie9 Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 Hi and welcome to the forum... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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