ESSENTIAL GROOVE TECHNIQUE

Introduction/Locking in with the Groove

In this first lesson Scott discusses the importance of understanding how the dru
ms and bass must lock together almost like one instrument and how to achieve it.
Playing Against the Kick Drum
So now you understand that many bass lines are formed and created by simply lock
ing in with the bass drum and the importance that this has on the overall groove
. In this lesson Scott opens up another concept for you and discusses playing ag
ainst the kick drum.

Sources of Interaction
When playing in any ensemble there are many different rhythmical elements taking
place that can be easily missed if you re not fully tuned in . These different elemen
n really help shape your bass line and choice of groove so it s important to underst
and how this concept can be applied.
In this lesson Scott and the guys take a simple groove and demonstrate how you c
an use different rhythmical elements as a constant source of interaction within
a band or ensemble.
The Numbers System
The numbers system is
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a fantastic way of not only learning and remembering songs

to understand how different chords relate to each other wi
this lesson Scott explains the numbers system concept, dis
where it originated from and demonstrates how effective it

Pedal Points
Using pedal points is a simple but effective way of creating tension within a gr
oove. In this lesson Scott takes a simple two chord progression and demonstrates
how you can apply pedal points within your bass lines to create tension and rel
ease plus explains the theory behind it.