Gomez68 Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Hi guys , I'm a new raw forty five ur old who just bought my first bass (sound gear sr 300). I am taking lessons from Jon Caulfield in cardiff and really loving it! Apart from the frustrations of flying fingers and dexterity I love learning the bass and the tuition from Jon. All I want to do is be able to play the songs I like and hold my own whilst jamming with friends! So here I am ha 😃 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madshadows Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Hi and welcome, have fun on your bass journey John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Hello Gomez68. Welcome to the forum. Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Thanks John and Al ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 H Al and John. Any tips on first starting out on bass? I got a great bass tutor so that's a start! Just looking for pointers to get the most out of learning and playing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Hi mate and welcome. My tips would be get a bass tutor. Done that. Second tip, go to Jon Caulfield. Done that. You're ahead of the game! I had lessons with Jon for over 10 years. Best about IMO. Just don't tell him i said that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc S Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Hi Gomez68, From a fellow South Walian, There are a few of us around this neck of the woods As FuNkShUi says, you've got a good tutor - that's a great start! I'd recommend coming along to the next local Bass Bash as run by Gelfin on this forum That way, you get to speak to local bass players, and chat about anything bass related Maybe have a bit of a jam with one or two other local bass players, and see if you can pick up some more pointers? But I'd say, join a band - just for a bit of a jam Do you know any local friendly guitarists or drummers? Open mic nights might be another way to meet other musicians.... Cheers now, welcome to BC and hope to see you around Good luck Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 That's great thank you for your input and time ! I appreciate your advice! It's going to be while before I could jam with anyone ha but yes I have a few mates who play guitar so when the basics kick in andy hands behave and of course confidence il do just that! What a great welcome thank you again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Fair play im a second lesson in and Jon is amazing bassist and teacher! It's just time and patience to start to nail the basics ! I love the bass and music is my passion but unfournatley skill and music theory is zero ha but hey it's all about the journey! Guys again thank you for your tips and great welcome ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc S Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Yes, it's all about the journey Just try working a few simple songs out Make sure your bass is in tune, and try jamming along to a few CD's / MP3's But make them simple tunes to start with ... that way, you get to learn how to keep time and get thinking about where the notes are etc And just keep loving the bass, of course Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Looks like you're well on the right track and being looked after. I guess the main thing is to enjoy what you're doing. The practice, lessons, study and work all bring about a growing pleasure to the end result. Good luck with the learning! Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Thanks mark ! My music taste is quite eclectic ! Any good simple bass lines to play to? So just at along to a music cd so no need to buy fancy software. I just bought a metronome so I got work out how to use it! I said was zero at music ha thanks for great help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Thanks Allie it's a big learning curve for me as I'm totally new to this ! I love music but as for playing it well let's hope in a year il be playing enough to jam with mates! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Thanks Funkshui I will pass on the the great comments to Jon! Thanks guys amazing reception! Have a great week !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 No probs mate. Very helpful bunch here, so if you have any questions, just ask. Yeh say hello to Jon from me. He will know me as kert, or big chris though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Gomez68 Posted November 5, 2014 Author Share Posted November 5, 2014 Hi discreet thanks for the welcome! Been looking over the forums and it's brilliant ! 😃 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westie9 Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Hi and welcome to the forum... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 6, 2014 Author Share Posted November 6, 2014 Thanks westie9 it's brilliant and the help and advice is amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedoghouse Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 Welcome to BC - you'll find you'll spend a lot of time here, I'm sure :-) Have fun with your playing - playing music is so rewarding. Set yourself achievable goals and don't get too frustrated when you hit 'plateaus' and feel you're not progressing as much as you hoped .... it will pass and you will progress :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gomez68 Posted November 10, 2014 Author Share Posted November 10, 2014 Thanks inthedoghouse! It's frustrating but I love it ha I just got to learn paitience! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gelfin Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 Hi Gomez. Welcome to the [s]fray [/s]Forum. As Marc S mentioned I usually organise a bass bash in Cardiff every few months or so. It's an informal and relaxed occasion. Keep an eye on the EVENTS topic near the top of the forum lists. Where in Wales are you located? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted December 11, 2014 Share Posted December 11, 2014 [quote name='Gomez68' timestamp='1415219733' post='2598114'] Hi discreet thanks for the welcome! Been looking over the forums and it's brilliant ! [/quote] Youuuuu'rreeeee welcome. I've learnt more about bass, gear and bass-playing on here in four years than the previous forty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
41.2Hz Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 [quote name='Marc S' timestamp='1415021395' post='2595678'] But I'd say, join a band - just for a bit of a jam Do you know any local friendly guitarists or drummers? Open mic nights might be another way to meet other musicians.... Good luck Marc [/quote] Hiya Gomez from another Cardiff bloke. I agree with Marc - if you've got any mates who play and are likely to be supportive, get together and make a bit of noise. That's where the joy of being a musician REALLY kicks in! Don't be shy about asking what you might think are simple questions in the forums - we've all been there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted December 12, 2014 Share Posted December 12, 2014 (edited) [quote name='Gomez68' timestamp='1415011633' post='2595515'] H Al and John. Any tips on first starting out on bass? I got a great bass tutor so that's a start! Just looking for pointers to get the most out of learning and playing? [/quote] I think taking lessons, and being very aware of how much you don't know is an awesomely good start, Gomez. People get into some very bad habits, and can get very disheartened, from trying to push their way through alone. Best of luck, you're starting from a good place. There is no such things as a stupid (on-topic) question. Just ask, someone here will know for certain pretty much anything you'd want to know. Everyone was a newbie and beginner once. Edited December 12, 2014 by Geek99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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