The Signature Sounds of Adam Ben Ezra
A Step-by-Step Course. 60 video lessons, 4+ hrs.
The 'Signature Sounds of Adam Ben Ezra' is an online course which comprises 4+ hours of HD video across 60 lessons. It is a comprehensive method teaching Adam's double bass techniques, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.
Reading music is not a requirement as all the exercises are demonstrated in the video lessons, but if you prefer to read them as well we have provided transcriptions with detailed fingerings.
Optional subtitles in English are provided for each video.
This course is available to view online, exclusively at Discover Double Bass.
Your Tutor
Adam is a bonafide star in the internet world with over 10 million views on YouTube. However, his success is certainly not limited to the web, having performed around the globe in major international music festivals and shared stages with some of the world’s fusion giants – including Pat Metheny, Victor Wooten and Richard Bona.
Learning these alternative techniques will open up a new world of sounds and help you to develop your own voice on the double bass!
What will I learn?
The sixty video lessons are presented in a step-by-step order giving you a clear and logical route though the course material. Starting with the fundamentals the course progresses all the way to an advanced level.
Each technique is demonstrated with Adam's original musical examples that you will love playing!
Topics Include:
- Drumming on your double bass
- Articulations
- Imitating other instruments
- Composing and arranging for double bass
- Effects & loops
- ...and much more
Check out the full list below:
Lesson Index
Course Introduction
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Drumming on the Double Bass
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Start02. Chapter Introduction (1:23)
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Start03. Basic Slap Hit (4:24)
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Start04. Gypsy Groove (3:22)
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Start05. Slap Hit with Pizzicato Notes (3:54)
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Start06. Cantaloupe Island Style Groove (4:58)
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Start07. Walking Bass with Slap Hits (6:25)
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Start08. Adding the Thumb Hit (3:39)
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Start09. Ghost Notes (2:30)
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Start10. Combining Different Slap Hits (4:18)
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Start11. Adding Slap Hits to the Blues (1:27)
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Start12. Swing Eights (3:03)
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Start13. Cantaloupe Style Groove (5:00)
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Preview14. 3/3/2 Groove + 'Blue Bossa' (4:39)
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Start15. Triplet Groove (3:33)
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Start16. Introducing Percussive Hits (6:06)
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Start17. Percussive Groove #2 (1:43)
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Start18. Percussive Groove #3 (2:34)
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Start19. Percussive Groove #4 (2:20)
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Start20. Percussive Groove #5 (2:17)
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Start21. Two Handed Percussion (3:14)
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Start22. Adding the Thumb Hit (1:02)
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Start23. New High Hat Pattern (1:16)
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Start24. Hits on the Ribs (2:07)
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Start25. Drum rolls (5:11)
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Start26. Bossa Nova (3:02)
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Start27. Salsa - Tumbao Groove (3:00)
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Start28. Bolero (1:38)
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Start29. Rock (2:32)
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Start30. Groove in 5/4 (2:11)
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Start31. Groove in 7/8 (2:42)
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Start32. Funk Groove (3:05)
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Start33. 'Can’t Stop Running' Groove (2:12)
Articulations
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Will these lessons work on four string bass?
Yes! Adam Ben Ezra plays a five string double bass with a high C string but throughout this course he only uses the four strings of a regular double bass (E, A, D & G). This means the lessons are easy to follow and you can use exactly the same fingerings on your four string bass.
Transcriptions
You don't have to be able to sight read to take this course, but we have included transcriptions of the exercises for those who would like them. These PDFs are displayed on the lessons pages and can be downloaded if required.
"A very complete course! There's no secrets, it's all explained step by step."
- Tithouan Féron
Course Features:
• 4+ hours of video lessons.
• A step-by-step method.
• Learn Adam's compositions, grooves and riffs.
• Transcriptions of exercises.
• 30 Day full refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
Will the course work on a tablet?
Yes, all of our courses can be viewed via an internet browser on any device. However, please note an up-to-date operating system and/or browser may be required for video playback.
Can I download the videos?
No, they are only available to view online. However PDFs of the transcriptions are available to download.
Can I ask Adam questions?
Adam isn't available to answer questions, but we do include membership to the 'Study Group'. A private Facebook group in which you can ask Geoff Chalmers questions and interact with fellow double bassists who are also working on this course.
Do you have subtitles?
Yes. We have optional subtitles for each video in English.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
I’m sure you will love the course, but if you’re not completely
satisfied we offer a no questions asked, 30 day money back guarantee.
When I teach what I know and share what I love it makes me want to keep on discovering more... So after many of you asking me how do you do what you do?!… Here it is! You can now learn all my secrets of double bass playing; from bass drumming to making your bass sound like an electric guitar.
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Our courses are only available on DiscoverDoubleBass.com and include a 30 day, full refund policy.
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