The Hal Leonard Bass Method is designed for anyone just starting to learn to play the electric bass guitar. You can play your favourite songs in no time with this comprehensive tutor. It is based on years of teaching bass students of all ages, & reflects some of the best bass teaching ideas from around the world. Includes: tuning; playing position; first, second & third positions; rhythms & eighth-notes; play-along examples with six full songs & all the fundamental techniques & basics.