[Practice!] Practice Songs for Beginner Bassists During Spring Break
If you’re a student bassist, I bet many of you are thinking of using spring break to get in a lot of bass practice.
If you’re in a light music club or band circle, you’ll be welcoming new juniors, and if you’re starting as a new student in April, you’ll be making new friends—so you probably want to show off some cool bass playing, right?
In this article, I’ll introduce a bunch of recommended practice songs for those of you who want to drill bass thoroughly over spring break.
They range from very easy to slightly challenging, so definitely give them a try and level up!
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[Practice!] Practice Songs for Beginner Bassists During Spring Break (21–30)
A flower called “you”ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
This is the second single by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, a four-piece rock band popularly known as Ajikan, acclaimed for their straightforward messages and solid rock sound.
The song drew attention for its double tie-in and is a staple in live shows for its call-and-response sections.
With many root notes and a relaxed tempo, it’s approachable for beginner bassists; however, in sections without guitar, bass accents become crucial, so be careful not to let rhythms like staccato slip out of time.
It’s a catchy, melodic rock tune and a perfect pick for student bands to perform live.
Sk8er BoiAvril Lavigne
Start with the basics instead of jumping into something difficult right away! This is a global hit by singer-songwriter Avril Lavigne, released as her second single in 2002.
Its classic “this is rock” sound is exhilarating! The bass in this song uses the so-called root-playing technique.
Precisely because it’s simple, you can understand its role in supporting the piece.
From there, develop it into your own style of bass playing!
Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana
A classic recommendation for beginners is Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” You’ve probably heard its bass line, which could be called the main riff.
It’s simple, but it sounds really cool.
The key to this song is to play with power above all else! Be sure to experience the fun of a full band sound with this track.
cherrysupittsu
This is a song I can recommend to beginner bassists and band newcomers as a “try this first” practice piece.
It’s a smash hit by the beloved rock band Spitz, released in 1996 as their 13th single.
It’s a popular track that’s been covered by many famous musicians.
The light, breezy band sound is so pleasant to listen to.
Their signature relaxed vibe really hits home.
If you follow the surprisingly funky bass line, you’ll level up for sure!
GLAMOROUS SKYNANA starring MIKA NAKASHIMA
This is “GLAMOROUS SKY,” the theme song of the movie NANA, sung by Mika Nakashima, who also starred in the film.
The cool vibe of the track pairs perfectly with Nakashima’s clear, transparent vocals, making it a very stylish piece.
The finger movement resembles the power chord technique—adding the fifth to the root—which is a technique that suits almost any song.
If you’re thinking about composing original music in the future, it’s definitely worth remembering.
broad daylightKing Gnu
A great song I recommend for aspiring intermediate bassists is King Gnu’s mature track “Hakujitsu.” You can make it sound cool by using a highly technical, constantly moving bassline and employing a variety of techniques like hammer-ons, pull-offs, and glissandos.
The key to playing this song well is to feel each beat clearly as you play every note.
If you fudge the notes, you won’t capture the song’s groovy feel.
Once you can play it, it’s a really fun tune.
Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA
Hard rock songs may seem difficult, but the phrases themselves can be surprisingly simple.
This track by LiSA, the rock heroine of the anime music world, was released in 2019 as her 15th single.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and became a huge hit.
Depending on the section, you’ll hear a more active bassline, but the foundation is root notes.
To bring out a loud, heavy feel in the song, solid, weighty root-note playing fits perfectly.