We're talking about practice. Practice is one of the most hated part of music, but it doesn't have to be! Dry and boring practice should be a thing of the past. Listen to Mat and Tommy discuss how they practice and how they keep it interesting and fun.

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The role of the guitar is tough to define because it is a versatile instrument that covers a wide range of sounds. Sometimes people play it clean, like Joe Pass or Wes Montgomery. Other times, you hear it with lots of effects, like Pat Metheny or Jimi Hendrix. The palette is huge! How than can you define the role? Mat and Tommy use their personal experiences playing together to illustrate how the guitar is used in music.

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We continue our discussion of the role of the bass in music. Part 1 discussed harmony, and part 2 discusses playing in time. Mat and Tommy share their view of the bass player through their personal experiences and give some examples from their own playing.

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Every modern song has a bass of some sort, but what exactly is it doing? In this episode we talk about what a bass player is supposed to do and offer some tips on how to get the most out of your playing.

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Are you or one of your students dealing with Stage Fright? Performance anxiety is a real thing that many people, from hobbyists to professionals, struggle with. In this episode we share our personal experiences with stage fright. Do you need help to overcome Stage Fright? Listen on, we offer up ways to help you and your students cope with this anxiety.

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The premier episode of Just the Bassics! A weekly music podcast, we will cover topics ranging from stage fright, to music theory, to songwriting, and more. In this week’s episode you’ll get to know the hosts, Tommy Bolles and Mat Shaw. Discover why we love music, what we listen to, and how we plan on teaching it to you!

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