Grant Sharkey Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I'm kinda stoked to say that I've written a peice for the bi monthly Bass Guitar Magazine here in the UK and the feb/mar issue will feature it. It's not the average lesson about scales and technique in the hands but more about an attitude to playing bass if you start to find the theory side more daunting. I'm not sure exactly which parts they are printing but I wrote a lot more of for it as part of a lesson guide for some of my students who seem to be struggling with the in depth side of bass. Hopefully, you'll find it fun and informative in many ways and supplies a different way of approaching the bass. I'm not on their payroll - so this isn't a spam - just a heads up. www.toupe.co.uk www.myspace.com/toupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edendude Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 It's a great magazine. I'll look for your piece. My Last Band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddiePlaysBass Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 If I find it (and can afford it) I'll be sure to pick it up ! "I'm a work in progress." Micky Barnes The Ross Brown Shirt World Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Sweet Willie_ Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Cool. Congrats. Peace. --sweets spreadluv Fanboy? Why, yes! Nordstrand Pickups and Guitars. Messiaen knew how to parlay the funk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Sharkey Posted February 3, 2005 Author Share Posted February 3, 2005 Thanks guys, I'm a little nervous about it because it is not your average lesson you'd find in a bass mag because it centres more around thinking about bass instead of the usual mode/scale work. Either way, I'm kinda happy they think it's good enough - just might generate a funny reaction from the puritans. www.toupe.co.uk www.myspace.com/toupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddiePlaysBass Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Originally posted by Grant Sharkey: I'm a little nervous about it because it is not your average lesson you'd find in a bass mag because it centres more around thinking about bass instead of the usual mode/scale work.Grant, that sounds cool. I usually have to skip a lot of lessons from BP because I don't understand what the hell they're talking about Now, this is partly due to my lack of theoretical knowledge and partly because of English being a second language to me. "I'm a work in progress." Micky Barnes The Ross Brown Shirt World Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quinn Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Congratulations Grant, sounds great! Coming to grips with the high level conceptual side of playing bass is probably the single most important fundemental. Studying music theory is also very important, though some very gifted people seem to get by okay with minimal theoretical knowledge, but everyone has to come up with an overall approach to playing this electric bass thingee. I'll try to find a copy of this issue. My bands: http://www.myspace.com/aimlowkidmusic http://www.myspace.com/bobfrankandjohnmurry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedster Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Here would be a good place to post that we'll be having a Musicplayer.com forum dinner in London sometime between Feb 25th and March 4th. Stay tuned for further details... "Cisco Kid, was a friend of mine" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexclaber Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Originally posted by Tedster: Here would be a good place to post that we'll be having a Musicplayer.com forum dinner in London sometime between Feb 25th and March 4th.Good idea - if you have it then, then that damned Claber bloke will be on the other side of the Atlantic... Alex Barefaced Ltd - ultra lightweight, high ouput, toneful bass cabs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Sharkey Posted February 3, 2005 Author Share Posted February 3, 2005 The good thing is I may well be in London for exactly these dates - though the GF's birthday is the 4th and I've already had a shitty look for playing a gig on the 5th www.toupe.co.uk www.myspace.com/toupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73 P Bass Posted February 4, 2005 Share Posted February 4, 2005 Grant, I pick it up when ever I can find it, but that can be spotty some times here in Connecticut. I will keep my eyes open for it. "Start listening to music!". -Jeremy C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedster Posted February 4, 2005 Share Posted February 4, 2005 Good grief, C. Alex...dadburn and consarn it! Whereabouts are you going to be in the US (or Canada?) Details will come soon for anyone else. Grant...the wife and I will be heading back to the US the morning of the 4th... "Cisco Kid, was a friend of mine" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basshappi Posted February 4, 2005 Share Posted February 4, 2005 I pick it up from time to time, but it is rather expensive (about $9US)But I will definitely pick up "your" issue. Nothing is as it seems but everything is exactly what it is - B. Banzai Life is what happens while you are busy playing in bands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Sharkey Posted February 8, 2005 Author Share Posted February 8, 2005 Just found out that the issue is coming out this week - so keep them peeled - it's got Tony Levin on the cover. Tedster - if you want to arrange anything when you're over, give me an email at grant@toupe.co.uk - would be great to meet some people from here. www.toupe.co.uk www.myspace.com/toupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikmag Posted February 9, 2005 Share Posted February 9, 2005 cool, i really like that magazine. I also like Levin so i will probably pick it up. One of these days im actually going to subscribe to it. We distort. You abide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoney McRing Ring Posted February 9, 2005 Share Posted February 9, 2005 Nice mate, i'll head to Boarders after Uni today and see if i can see it. Much Love Dave "I am just an instrument cos the lord is playing this funk"-T.M Stevens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NV43345 Posted February 9, 2005 Share Posted February 9, 2005 I like that Mag, Adrian & Stu are cool . I have every issue and just re-newed by script. It should be issue#17. I will check it out. Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie Z Posted February 9, 2005 Share Posted February 9, 2005 Congratulations Grant! Do they have a website where the article might be featured? Or is it only a print publication? I don't think it is available around my town. ... connie z "Change comes from within." - Jeremy Cohen The definition of LUCK: When Preparation meets Opportunity! http://www.cybergumbo.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicklab Posted February 9, 2005 Share Posted February 9, 2005 Check out this page for info about the current issue. http://www.bassguitarmagazine.com/images/fronts/front_14_web.jpg I can occassionally find this magazine at places like Borders Books, Tower Records or Barnes & Noble. Obligatory Social Media Link "My concern is, and I have to, uh, check with my accountant, that this might bump me into a higher, uh, tax..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie Z Posted February 10, 2005 Share Posted February 10, 2005 Originally posted by Nicklab: I can occassionally find this magazine at places like Borders Books, Tower Records or Barnes & Noble. Thanks Nicklab! I have all of those stores in my town! Now I'll be able to read Grant's article! (and check out Bass Guitar magazine!) ... connie z "Change comes from within." - Jeremy Cohen The definition of LUCK: When Preparation meets Opportunity! http://www.cybergumbo.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Sharkey Posted February 11, 2005 Author Share Posted February 11, 2005 Thanks Connie! I'm still waiting for my copy in the post - it's been so long since i submitted it that i can't remember if which draft it was they are using. www.toupe.co.uk www.myspace.com/toupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uber Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 yup just read it , nice article grant.. cheers craig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexclaber Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 Originally posted by Tedster: Good grief, C. Alex...dadburn and consarn it! Whereabouts are you going to be in the US (or Canada?)Sorry I missed you Tedster - I was off holidaying in Antigua. Just got back - very nice indeed! Alex Barefaced Ltd - ultra lightweight, high ouput, toneful bass cabs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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