Bass Player Presents the Fretless Bass

By: Chris Jisi,Pino Palladino,Chris (EDT) Jisi,Pino (FRW) Palladino,

Book Overview

Who would have thought the electric bass guitar with its frets removed would transcend the rhythm section to become one of the most instantly recognizable sounds in all of music? From the jazz genius of Jaco Pastorius and the funk/punk abandon of Les Claypool, to the landmark rock of Jack Bruce and Sting, the instrument has a lyrical legacy all its own. This book collects the very best interviews, lessons, and gear and maintenance guides into one...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0074338RI
• ISBN13: 9780879309251
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Backbeat Books
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.4" x 10.8"