Genre｜Jazz, Funk, Pop
Course Objective｜Build a stable, clean, and directed low end, making you the bassist the band truly relies on.
▌Self-introduction
I'm Zong Ran. For me, the power of bass isn't about playing many notes, but about each note being precisely struck, stable, and impactful. Many students can play, but their lines lack focus, their tone isn't clean, and they don't lock in with the drums. I'll guide you to adjust these fundamentals until they truly sound good.
My preferred playing style is simple, clear, and directed. The class will also be conducted this way, allowing you to feel your sound become solid and reliable in a short amount of time.
▌Musical Background
Education
- National Dong Hwa University, Department of Music
Majored in electric bass, actively participated in Jazz, Funk, and Pop band performances for a long time, and previously taught one-on-one and group classes at the Dong Hwa Hot Music Club, accumulating rich ensemble experience.
▌Performance Experience
- Taichung Flora Expo performance｜Most Popular Award
- Taichung Youth Jazz Big Band｜Jazz Festival performance
- Numerous music festivals, campus, and Live House performances
▌Class Style
The class pace is steady, focusing on mastering the most important details:
- Find your rhythmic placement and weight distribution to make the groove stickier and more precise.
- Adjust finger strength and position to create a clean, directed tone.
- Design bass lines that fit the song and sound good, making your playing more focused.
- Learn to collaborate with the drummer, making the whole song more stable because of you.
- Practice true band playing methods through songs.
▌Suitable for Students
If you want your bass playing to be more stable, cleaner, and have more presence, this class is a great fit.
- Can play notes but feel unstable or not good enough.
- Want to improve groove, rhythm, and tone quality.
- Want to join a band or prepare for a performance.
- Like Jazz, Funk, City Pop, Indie.
- Want to quickly reach a state of being able to "hold your own in an ensemble."
▌What You Will Learn in Class
- Rhythmic weight, placement, and stability.
- Differences in tone produced by various fingerings and dynamics.
- Direction, layering, and spacing of bass lines.
- Collaboration with drummers to establish a smooth groove.
- Methods for dissecting songs and practical playing practice.
- Preparation methods for rehearsals and performances.
▌Target Audience
Suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced
✔️Ages 6 to adult
✔️ Can assist with preparing for performances, competitions, recitals, and examinations
✔️ Those who want to build a solid musical foundation or improve their performance skills