definitely going to try the singing while playing

Any non horn player should do the Ray Brown exercise--play a simple bass line and sing the melody. Then, play the melody while singing the bass movement. Horn players can do this too, but they gotta get to the piano and put down the horn... or be Nicholas Payton :) You did a video on practicing rhythmic sub-divisions. I was wondering if you could do a video on time feel? Great bassists have a way of laying back while pushing forward to propel the beat even as they improvise. I liken it to riding in a hot rod, with the top down, slamming on the gas, while laying WAY back in your seat cushion. Maybe this is common knowledge for a bass player. Maybe that means us NON bass players have to actually pay attention when the bassist solos--we might learn a thing or two :)

Beautiful sound

Thanks man. I’ve been approximating this during my down time at sea. Great pointers to help my focus.

I am really struggling with soloing and this video is a big help 🙏

Sure makes sense! I play saxophone, but I learn from you, too. I actually have been thinking about playing bass lines on my sax...going the other way if you will. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Great video! I’ve also expressed this to so many bassists it helps us understand the whole tune (why certain changes are configured) and creates massive pathways for harmonic and soloing opportunities!

PREACH, AMIGO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for sharing this vital info for all musicians, can you do a video explaining how sax play will take a melody from one song and use that same melody over various chord progressions.

Beyond a doubt a fantastic teacher.Every lesson is priceless.Thanks a ton for all your videos and advice that you give

grande , super for us, bass loves

Audiate!!! Yes. Great lesson. Preaching the gospel.

Monk wanted all the people in his bands to solo off the melody all the time. It’s a great place to start-the actual song you’re playing. Thanks for this.

Amazing as always! I'm so glad you're putting all of these lessons in KZfaq form

Yes. Yes. And...yes. " Audiating " for the win!😂👍🏽

Knowing the melody is key!

Great video! it's so important no matter what instrument to play the melody and "know it". So glad you're not only saying it, but doing it while accompanying yourself at the same time. I hope this opens bass players' eyes to new possibilities.It's also nice in a trio setting to have the bassist play the melody. What a beautiful affect it brings to the dynamics of the set. I love your solo version of "First Song W/ changes on upright. Absolutely gorgeous Paul! .

your channel is fantastic. i'm nowhere near the player you are but i understand the instruction and it's extremely helpful. nice work, thank you so much

Hello! I have just found your channel today and I want to say thank you! I have already learned so much in one sitting. Your work here is a great supplement to my lessons, which are NOT always weekly due to my work schedule. I will be watching and re-watching for a long time!

You’re so right on thank you I wish somebody had told me that many years ago. I played professionally for many years. And I did all the things you talk about on your channel like playing anything anywhere anytime. Concerts orchestra is classical showtunes jazz gigs. But it wasn’t until I retired that I actually started learning the melody to all my favorite jazz tunes. And now it’s easier to remember the chord changes. My sense of accompanying The singer or the soloist is greatly improved. Better late than never. I hope all these new young players learn the head to all the songs they play. Thank you so much I love your channel

You forgot to mention playing the melody is also FUN!

Really enjoying your videos. Straight forward - no hype - and always delivering something that can be practiced immediately. Thank you Paul!

great lesson!

Brilliant idea to sing the melody over the bass line!

Is it me or you started talking melodically at 4:40 along with the bass in the background?. Great video!

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