If you manage to find the or physical copy, don’t just read the notes. To truly sound like Jamerson, you must:
: Delves into Jamerson’s history, his approach to music, and his massive influence on modern bassists like Paul McCartney, Jaco Pastorius, and Marcus Miller.
Don't just memorize the tabs or standard notation. Look at what chord the guitar or piano is playing, and analyze what scale degree Jamerson is hitting. You will quickly realize he rarely starts a bar on the root note if he can find a more melodic third or fifth to create tension and resolution. Choosing the Best Format: Print vs. Digital PDF
For those interested in learning more about James Jamerson and his music, there are several resources available:
The first 78 pages explore the life of James Jamerson, putting his groundbreaking work into deep historical context. It begins with his childhood musical endeavors, traces his rise through the Detroit jazz scene, and follows his pivotal role at Hitsville U.S.A. right up to his untimely death in 1983. The book does not shy away from the paradoxes of Jamerson's life—celebrating his musical brilliance while acknowledging his personal demons.
If you manage to find the or physical copy, don’t just read the notes. To truly sound like Jamerson, you must:
: Delves into Jamerson’s history, his approach to music, and his massive influence on modern bassists like Paul McCartney, Jaco Pastorius, and Marcus Miller.
Don't just memorize the tabs or standard notation. Look at what chord the guitar or piano is playing, and analyze what scale degree Jamerson is hitting. You will quickly realize he rarely starts a bar on the root note if he can find a more melodic third or fifth to create tension and resolution. Choosing the Best Format: Print vs. Digital PDF
For those interested in learning more about James Jamerson and his music, there are several resources available:
The first 78 pages explore the life of James Jamerson, putting his groundbreaking work into deep historical context. It begins with his childhood musical endeavors, traces his rise through the Detroit jazz scene, and follows his pivotal role at Hitsville U.S.A. right up to his untimely death in 1983. The book does not shy away from the paradoxes of Jamerson's life—celebrating his musical brilliance while acknowledging his personal demons.
