This is the last lesson of the 🔥 BASS MINI SERIES 4: “Diminished Control System”
The diminished harmony is a versatile tool that can add a unique flavour to your bass playing.
When it comes to developing your bass fills and phrases, incorporating various exercises and concepts is key. Pick a groove and focus on applying diminished exercises to enhance your fills and create exciting variations. Remember, learning new concepts requires time and repetition, but the payoff is the freedom to incorporate new sounds into your playing.
1. Diminished Arpeggios
Begin by practicing diminished arpeggios. Ascend and descend through the arpeggio, highlighting the characteristic intervals of the diminished chord (root, minor third, flat five). Then, experiment with various rhythmic variations.
2. Chromatic Approaches
Use chromatic approaches to add tension. Approach target chords for creating a sense of anticipation and resolution. Try different positions on the fretboard to explore various melodic options.
3. Diminished Scale Runs
To make your fills more exciting add diminished scale runs, try both ascending and descending runs. Don’t forget to mix these runs with different rhythms too.
Dedicate yourself to practicing these concepts regularly. As you become comfortable with these fills, you will develop the freedom to incorporate them into your playing. Diminished chords may seem complex, but they hold great potential. Now that you have a clearer understanding of diminished harmony, it’s time to practice.
“Ready to Take This Further?”
If this lesson opened your ears but you feel like your diminished practice still lacks, the Bass Diminished Harmony ebook is your next step.
Get Started,Try Some Diminished Fills Over C7.
