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C MAJ.& BLUES SCALE BASS TRIADS
TUNING: OPTIONAL
TABBED BY: *—JESSICA—*

Triads are the chords of bass, they go into a lot of theory but 
are just fun to play if your not really into theory.  Triads are 
the 1st, 3rd and 5th notes of a scale, in this case the C major scale 
and the blues scale.  To play triads doesnt require fingering 
or strumming, it is just individual fingers on each note, I use 
my pointer and middle fingers because its easier for me, but 
feel free to experiment with triads, they are fun and If you have 
any questions ask your bass teacher or e—mail me.

C MAJ. SCALE:

G.———————————2—4—5——
D.—————2—3—5————————
A.—3—5——————————————
E.——————————————————

BASIC TRIAD:

G.—————5——
D.———2————
A.—3——————
E.————————
   C E C

BLUES SCALE (IN C):

G.———————————3—5—
D.———1—3—4—5—————
A.—3—————————————
E.———————————————

BLUES TRIAD:

G.—————0—
D.———3———
A.—3—————
E.———————

You can make a triad with any scale. Just remember the formula: 
1st, 3rd, 5th note of the scale.  Good luck!

How to Read Bass Tabs

Bass tablature (tabs) is an easy way to learn songs without needing to read traditional sheet music. Here’s a quick guide to understanding the symbols and techniques commonly found in tabs:

1. The Basics

Strings and Frets:
Each line in a tab represents a string on your bass:
- The top line is the highest-pitched string (G on a 4-string bass).
- The bottom line is the lowest-pitched string (E on a 4-string bass).
Numbers on the lines indicate which fret to press. For example:
```
G|-------------------|

D|-------------------|

A|---3---------------|

E|-------------------|

            
```
This means you play the 3rd fret on the A string.

2. Common Techniques

Hammer-On (h):
Play the first note by picking it, then press down on a higher fret with another finger without picking again.
```
G|-------------------|

D|-------5h7---------|

            
```
Pull-Off (p):
Pluck a note and then "pull off" your finger to let a lower fret ring.
```
G|-------------------|

D|-------7p5---------|

            
```
Slide (/ or \):
Move your finger up (/) or down (\) the fretboard while maintaining pressure.
```
G|-------------------|

D|-------5/7---------|

            
```

3. Advanced Techniques

Bend (b): Push the string up or down to raise the pitch. Example: G|-------7b9---------|
Vibrato (~): Shake the string slightly after playing a note to create a vibrating sound. Example: G|-------7~----------|
Muted Notes (x): Rest your finger lightly on the string without pressing a fret and pluck for a percussive "click" sound.

4. Rhythm and Timing

Tabs don’t always indicate timing, so listen to the song while reading the tab. Wider spaces between numbers mean longer pauses, while closer numbers indicate quicker notes.

5. Slap and Pop

Slap (s): Strike the string with the side of your thumb for a percussive sound.
Pop (p): Pull the string away from the fretboard and let it snap back.

Practice Makes Perfect

Tabs are a great tool to learn songs, but mastering the techniques takes practice. Listen carefully to the original track and play along to lock in the rhythm. Don’t rush — smooth, accurate playing is more important than speed. Happy jamming! 🎸

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