Bass Guitar Sheet Music & Resources

Teachers return most often to Scales & Modes for Bass by Steve Hall and Alfred's Basic Bass Method 1 by Ron Manus for foundational instruction. The Led Zeppelin Bass TAB Anthology and The Rolling Stones' Play With Fire draw players interested in learning iconic bass lines from the recordings themselves. The Total Funk Bassist by David Overthrow remains a popular choice for students exploring groove and rhythm foundation.

Markus Setzer's Bass Masterclass series includes focused studies on Jaco Pastorius and Marcus Miller, each pairing instructional content with recorded audio. Bernd Kiltz's Guitar Scales Unlocked extends to bass players with online video and audio support.

Ron Manus joined Alfred Music in 1988 and now serves as Chief Business Development Officer, bringing three generations of music publishing expertise to the company. His work on Alfred's Basic Bass Method 1 reflects his commitment to structured, accessible instruction for beginners.

David Overthrow has been teaching and performing bass for over two decades, including faculty positions at the National Guitar Workshop since 1984 and study at Berklee College of Music. His experience in funk and studio work informs The Total Funk Bassist, which bridges technique and practical application for players developing their groove vocabulary.