How to Play Tricky Shifts on the Double Bass

Learn How to Play Hard Shifts on the Double Bass

In this short lesson I explain how you can play tricky shifts in tune on the double bass. This topic is really important, but often overlooked by double bassists. If you don’t learn to shift correctly you will never be able to play consistently in tune, so take some time to master this crucial technique and stop guessing.


If you want to learn the fundamentals of technique check out 'Beginner's Double Bass' by Geoff Chalmers.

'Beginner's Double Bass' by Geoff Chalmers. 83 lessons, 6hrs.

'Beginner's Double Bass' by Geoff Chalmers. 83 lessons, 6hrs.