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Date: 13-Jun-02 @ 10:18 AM -
Bass Theory
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Right, I'm onto bass theory now. I have been learning about constructing better basslines and the general consensus seems to be this:
To only use the 1st, 5th and octave of the chord. Then to add extra interest, you accent using the 4th and 7th. I've been told never to hang on the 3rd for longer than an 8th note every 4 bars. Apparently this can make the bass sound off-key.
Have any of the more skilled musicans got any comments on this way of working?