Jaco Pastorius Bass Method is designed for bass students, adult learners, and dedicated musicians who want to study the techniques and ideas of one of the most influential bass players in modern music. This method book offers a clear learning path and can be used in private lessons, home practice, and skill-building sessions.
The collection includes exercises, solos, theory guidance, and personal insights taken directly from lessons with Jaco. Each chapter is supported by online audio accompaniment, offering precise demonstrations of every example in the book. Learners can slow down tracks, loop passages, or adjust keys to support focused and productive practice. Scans of Jacos handwritten practice notes are also included, providing a rare look into his creative process and approach to technique.
This resource strengthens musical confidence, improves rhythmic accuracy, and supports development in tone, articulation, and speed. It serves as a valuable study tool for bassists seeking deeper understanding of phrasing, groove, and expressive playing, while also offering inspiration through Jacos original ideas and memorable musical style.
Song List
Chromatic Fantasy * Come On, Come Over * Continuum*Donna Lee * Havona * I Can Dig It Baby * Kuru * Liberty City * Okonkole Y Trompa * Opus Pocus * Portrait of Tracy * Teen Town * Cha Cha
Bring music to life. Ideal for practice, lessons, or performance preparation, this book offers meaningful study material for any bassist inspired by Jaco Pastorius and the lasting impact of his artistry.
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Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
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Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. (Bass Instruction). Hailed as the "greatest bass player who ever lived," Jaco Pastorius (1951-1987) lives on through his groundbreaking legacy of musical brilliance. And now for the first time, one of Jaco's private students imparts the wisdom gained from one-on-one lessons with the bass genius himself. Complete with songs, solos, techniques, theory, and personal experiences with Jaco, this one-of-a-kind book with online audio access is finally here to give the world what it craves bass guitar lessons with Jaco Pastorius. We've even included a few scans of actual pages of Jaco's personal practice book in his own handwriting for the ultimate personal Jaco experience. The song list includes: Chromatic Fantasy * Continuum * Donna Lee * Havona * Opus Pocus * Portrait of Tracy * Teen Town * and more. The accompanying online audio available using the unique code printed inside the book includes audio tracks of all the examples in the book. Beginner Bass Guitar Instruction Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780634020315
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
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