[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, you’ll be getting new juniors, and if you’re starting as a freshman in April, you’ll make new friends—so you want to show them how cool you can play the bass, right? In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of recommended songs for those of you who want to practice bass intensively over spring break! We’ve got everything from very easy pieces to slightly more challenging tracks, so definitely give them a try and level up!
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[Practice!] Practice Songs for Beginner Bassists During Spring Break (31–40)
Only for you, clear skiesYorushika
Many people probably feel like trying to play Yorushika’s songs on bass.
“Just a Sunny Day for You” is an easy song even for beginners.
The bass line played from the A verse to the B verse alternates between downbeats and upbeats, so pay attention to keeping time as you play.
It’s simple, so once you get used to it, it should become fun.
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!
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.
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.
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
This song might be perfect for appreciating the importance of rests.
It’s a track by the pop-rock band Official HIGE DANDism, released in 2019 as their second single.
It was chosen as the theme song for the film The Confidence Man JP: The Movie – Romance.
It’s a bittersweet love song about feelings that can’t reach the one you love.
As for the rests, the key is the phrasing in the B section.
Precisely because the phrasing has clear contrasts in tension and release, it leads to the openness of the chorus.
Practice so you don’t rush!
[Practice!] Practice Songs for Beginner Bassists over Spring Break (41–50)
Strawberry MargaritaELLEGARDEN
If you want to be able to handle a variety of rhythm patterns with ease, I recommend ELLEGARDEN’s “Strawberry Margarita.” The intro starts with a syncopated rhythm, then in the first verse it shifts to a more complex pattern that inserts eighth-note breaks at the beginning and in the middle of measures.
In the pre-chorus, it moves to a phrase that marks quarter notes, making the whole song a great rhythm-training piece.
New Treasure IslandSakanakushon
A recommended song for those looking to move beyond the beginner stage: “Shin Takarajima” by Sakanaction.
Focus on really feeling both the downbeats and upbeats as you play.
If you can nail the main phrase, the chorus is simple—perfecting the whole song is within reach! Be sure to give this track a try in your practice.