How to Play Ghost Notes: Intermediate Bass Lesson

In this first lesson on ghost notes, I help you develop the basic technique(s) for executing consistent, clean ghost notes on the bass. Once I've walked you through how to play ghost notes, I then explain and demonstrate 6 fun and musical exercises for practicing ghost notes, first using 8th notes and then 16th notes. After watching this video, you'll be ready to start adding ghost notes into your own playing. Don't forget to subscribe for more lessons, demos, and song playthroughs! DM me on Insta for one-on-one virtual lessons from anywhere. https://www.instagram.com/chicagobassbuddy/ 00:00 - Intro Demo 00:23 - Lesson Agenda & Goals 00:55 - What Are Ghost Notes? 02:00 - Techniques for Ghost Notes 05:25 - Exercises Setup 07:04 - Exercise 1 09:16 - Exercise 2 10:48 - Exercise 3 11:38 - Fretting Hand Technique Note 12:40 - Exercise 4 14:42 - Exercise 5 16:04 - Exercise 6 16:56 - Closing Thoughts #bass #basslessons #bassteacher #ghostnotes #howtoplay #bassplayer #musictheory #technique #funk #jazz #soul #groove #improvise #bassist #baixo #baixista #musiclessons