Bachata Bassics 3 bass tabs
BASS LESSONS BACHATA BASSICS 3
IF YOU SAW THE BACHATA BASSSICS 1 IN MY BASS LESSONS BASS TABS,
YOU LEARNED ABOUT THE NOTE AND ITS 5TH NOTE IN THE FOLLOWING EXAMPLE
G|——————————————————————————————————————————|
D|———————7—7———————7—7——————————————————————|
A|——5——5——————5——5———————————7—7———————7—7——|
E|—————————————————————5——5———————5——5——————|
D Note A Note
(taken from Bass Lessons Bachata Bassics 1)
NOW IN THE SECOND BACHATA BASSICS I TEACHED YOU HOW TO PLAY THE 5TH NOTE'S ALTERATION
G|—————————————————————————————————————————|
D|——————2—2————————————————————————————————|
A|—0——0———————————3—3———————5—5———————5—5——|
E|———————————1——1——————3——3——————3——3——————|
WITHOUT ALTERATION
G|—————————————————————————————————————————|
D|——————2—2————————————————————————————————|
A|—0——0———————————3—3———————5—5———————5————|
E|———————————1——1——————3——3——————3——3———3——|<——————————
WITH ALTERATION
(taken from Bass Lessons Bachata Bassics 2)
NOW IM GOING TO TEACH YOU HOW TO PLAY THE ALTERATION FOR THE DEEPER SOUND
ON A 4 STRING BASS. NOW NORMALLY BACHATA BASS PLAYERS USE 5 OR 6 STRING
BASS I ACTUALLY USE ALL 3 OF THEM BUT STILL PREFER THE GOOD OLE 4 STRING.
HERES AN EXAMPLE OF HOW TO PLAY THE ALTERATION FOR A DEEPER SOUND ON A BACHATA RIFF:
G|—————————————————————————————————————————————|
D|—————————————————————————————————————————————|
A|——5——5———————5——5————————————————————————————|
E|———————5—5————————5—5———5——5—0—0———5——5—0—0——|
HOW YOU PLAY IT IN A 5 STRING BASS
G|—————————————————————————————————————————————|
D|—————————————————————————————————————————————|
A|——5——5———————5——5————————————————————————————|
E|———————5—5————————5—5———5——5———————5——5——————|
B|—————————————————————————————5—5————————5—5——|
ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF AN ALTERATION WOULD BE TO PLAY THE 5TH NOTE BUT ONE
OCTAVE LOWER FOR EXAMPLE:
G|—————————————————————| TIP: if you want the bass to sound
D|———————7————————7————| very deep and have a more
A|——5——5—————5——5——————| sustained sound move the
E|—————————5————————5——| string up and down ^v^v like
^ a whammy bar effect but do
|———————————————————butt do it for a little bit
SEE HOW THE "D" NOTE PLAYS TWICE ON THE A—STRING , THEN IT PLAYS "A" ON
THE D—STRING AND GOES DOWN ON OCATVE TO "A" BUT IN THE E—STRING.
Then we play what's called the basic Chorus bass line in this case we'll play with "D note":
G|——————————————————————————|
D|———————7———X———————7———X——|
A|————5————5——————5————5————|
E|——5———————————5———————————|
WHEN THE X IS MARKED ON A RIFF, TAP THE STRING WITH YOUR RIGHT HAND
WHERE YOU NORMALLY PLAY THE BASS (ON TOP OF THE PICKUPS)
NOW THAT YOU LEARN ABOUT THE TAPPING ANF DEEP ALTERATION HERE'S THE EXERCISE RIFF:
G|——————————————————————————————————————|
D|———————7———X———————7———X———————7———X——|
A|————5————5——————5————5——————5————5————|
E|——5———————————5———————————5———————————|
G|———————————————————————————————————————————————————|
D|———————7———X————————5———X———————5———X———————5———X——|
A|————5————5—————5—3———————————3———————————3—————————|
E|——5———————————————————3————3——————3————3——————3————|
G|——————————————|
D|———————5———X——|
A|————3—————————|
E|——3——————3————|
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Bachata Basics 3 Bass Tabs
Introduction
Bachata music has gained popularity all over the world in recent years, with its infectious beats and sultry rhythms captivating audiences everywhere. For those looking to learn this beautiful dance style, mastering the music is essential. As a bassist, having access to accurate bass tabs is crucial to getting the music just right. In this article, we’ll explore the basics of Bachata bass tabs, focusing on the notes and rhythms that make this music so compelling.
The Fundamentals
Before getting into specific Bass Tabs for Bachata, it’s important to understand the fundamentals of the music. Bachata is a Latin-American genre of music that originated in the Dominican Republic in the early 1960s. Its roots can be traced back to the African rhythms brought to the island by enslaved peoples, combined with the indigenous music of the island’s Taíno people and the sounds of Spanish guitar. The result is a unique blend of rhythms and melodies that is both passionate and emotive.
The most common rhythms in Bachata music are the “bombo” and “campana” patterns. The “bombo” is the bass drum rhythm, while the “campana” is the pattern played on the high-pitched conga drum. The guitar also plays an important role in Bachata music and often carries the melody or rhythmic accents. The bassist, meanwhile, holds down the low end, locking in with the drummer to form a tight, rhythmic foundation for the rest of the band to build upon.
Bass Tab Basics
Bass tabs are a shorthand way of notating music for the bass guitar. They use a series of numbers and symbols to represent the strings, frets, and rhythmic values of the notes being played. For example, the number “1” represents the first fret on the E string, while “4” represents the fourth fret on the same string. A “-” symbol indicates a rest or silence, while “+” indicates a “ghost note” or muted string.
When reading Bachata bass tabs, it’s important to pay attention to the rhythmic values of the notes. As mentioned earlier, the bassist’s role in this music is to create a tight, rhythmic foundation, so getting the timing right is crucial. A common rhythm used in Bachata bass lines is the “clave,” which is a syncopated pattern that emphasizes the off-beats.
Bachata Bass Tabs
Now that we’ve covered the basics of Bachata music and bass tab notation, let’s take a look at some specific Bachata bass tabs. Keep in mind that these are just a few examples of the many basslines that can be used in this style of music, and that creativity is always encouraged when playing Bachata.
Bass Tab 1: “El Venao” by Los Hermanos Rosario
This classic Bachata tune is a great example of a simple yet effective bassline. The main riff uses a walking bass pattern, moving up and down the scale in a repetitive rhythm that gives the song its distinctive groove. The chorus features a more syncopated rhythm that emphasizes the off-beats, giving the song a lively feel.
Bass Tab 2: “Suavemente” by Elvis Crespo
This upbeat Bachata tune is a great example of a bassline that uses a variety of rhythmic patterns to create interest and movement. The verses use a simple walking bass pattern, while the chorus features a more complex rhythm that incorporates syncopated ghost notes and octave jumps. The bridge section also features a chordal riff that adds texture and depth to the arrangement.
Bass Tab 3: “Obsesión” by Aventura
This modern Bachata classic features a bassline that builds tension and release throughout the song. The main riff starts with a simple two-note pattern and gradually builds in complexity, adding octave jumps and syncopated rhythms to create a sense of forward motion. The chorus uses a more relaxed walking bass pattern, giving the song a smooth, sultry feel.
Conclusion
Mastering Bachata bass tabs is a key component of playing this vibrant style of music. By understanding the fundamentals of the music and the notation used to represent it, bassists can create a solid foundation for the rest of the band to build upon. With practice and creativity, the possibilities are endless, and the joy of playing Bachata can be experienced by musicians and dancers alike.