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    Bass Lessons: Are they worth the money?

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    I'm a newbie and having lessons with Jon Caulfield in Cardiff ( if you live in South Wales give him a look up) he is probably the best tutor you could ask for ! I have never played any musical instrument and always loved bass. I'm now in month ten and I'm no natural ha. However my point is having a 121 lesson not only inspires but motivates you to learn. It's become a bit obsessional learning new techniques etc and I always have things to learn that build on my skill set and although it's a slow process for me, I feel I'm in safe hands and I know I'm getting there! Having 121 lessons as a newbie I feel is a good strong foundation and with all the frustrations I experience I can contact Jon to go over stuff. The Internet and online learning is perfect if you don't have the resources or a pedigree bass tutor to learn from. Although there are some dodgy you tube tuition on bass out there. Imo get some 121 tuition if you can it helps shape the bass player you aspire to be! Good luck and keep us all updated. 😀

    What was it like for you being a bass beginner?

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    Hi guys, ok this has probably been a thread on here and nothing new I guess. I was sat with my bass learning my material and the usual fumbling and uncoordinated and flying fingers etc were more noticeable tonight than any other. I know I'm a beginner and I appreciate its not an overnight thing to be able to just play at an exceptable level. My question is what was it like for you guys learning bass and all the thoughts and feelings that kinda crept in as you try to learn ? At the moment it's like il never get my fingers to do that and il never have the feel etc ! But then if music was easy we would all be musicians ! Anyway what's your story?

    Newbie Hello from South wales

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    Thank you so much that's a great comment you have made! Yeah I'm still at the very beginner steps I'm still all fingers and thumbs and losing my way on tab etc ha ! But I have a great teacher and I know I'm going the right way it may be a long road but I'm enjoying the journey ( cliched I know) thanks again !!

    Newbie Hello from South wales

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    [quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1418381881' post='2629683']

    I think taking lessons, and being very aware of how much you don't know is an awesomely good start, Gomez. People get into some very bad habits, and can get very disheartened, from trying to push their way through alone. Best of luck, you're starting from a good place.

    There is no such things as a stupid (on-topic) question. Just ask, someone here will know for certain pretty much anything you'd want to know. Everyone was a newbie and beginner once.
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    Newbie Hello from South wales

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    [quote name='41.2Hz' timestamp='1418375753' post='2629616']


    Hiya Gomez from another Cardiff bloke. I agree with Marc - if you've got any mates who play and are likely to be supportive, get together and make a bit of noise. That's where the joy of being a musician REALLY kicks in!

    Don't be shy about asking what you might think are simple questions in the forums - we've all been there.
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    Newbie Hello from South wales

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    [quote name='gelfin' timestamp='1418336006' post='2629402']
    Hi Gomez. Welcome to the [s]fray [/s]Forum.

    As Marc S mentioned I usually organise a bass bash in Cardiff every few months or so. It's an informal and relaxed occasion.
    Keep an eye on the EVENTS topic near the top of the forum lists.

    Where in Wales are you located?
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