Rockschool Bass Grade 1 (2018)

The Bass Grade 1 book has everything you need to sit your Debut Grade exam – all in one place. It covers all the essential technique and theory you need to progress smoothly onto Grade 2.

What you’ll learn at Grade 1
Staccato markings, simple syncopation, dotted note values and eighth notes
Major and Natural Minor scales; Major and Minor Pentatonic scales; Major and Minor arpeggios; riff playing
Playback skills

Bass Grade 1 features:

6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists & 6 Rockschool Originals
The most diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes
Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening
Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track
Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online
All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams

Repertoire
The Supremes – Ain’t Too Proud To Beg
Otis Redding – (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay
Gnarls Barkley – Crazy
The Cult – She Sells Sanctuary
Mary J Blige – Family Affair
Talking Heads – Psycho Killer
6 Rockschool Originals