(Bass Instruction). Legendary jazz bassist Ray Brown reveals his lessons and teaching philosophy in this in-depth book. Includes: solo exercises and arpeggios; music fundamentals; right- and left-hand positions; scales; chords; exercises in tenths; rhythm patterns with "drops"; diminished chords; runs and variations; blues patterns; extension scales; and much more.

First single-volume publication ofnewly edited versions ofConcerto Nos. 2and3. Only availableversion of Concerto No. 2 with both the rare original score and minor alterations by Alexander Siloti."