Chris Squire

In this bass guitar video lesson, founding member and innovative bass player with the classic rock group Yes, Chris Squire, shares his unique approach to the bass. Chris was an integral part of Yes's recognition as one of rock music history's most influential groups.

Introduction

• Introduction (01:32) - An overview of what to expect in the instructional video.

Techniques

• Right-Hand Attack (02:22) - Techniques for developing a strong and precise right-hand attack.

• Bass Chords (02:38) - Instruction on how to play and incorporate bass chords into your music.

• Odd Time Meters (01:28) - Tips and techniques for playing in odd time signatures.

• Muting (01:09) - Methods for effective muting to control your sound.

• Motown & Jazz (01:56) - Exploring Motown and jazz influences and techniques for bass guitar.

• Timing (01:04) - Instruction on maintaining and improving timing and rhythm.

• Fretboard Mastery (00:51) - Tips for mastering the bass guitar fretboard.

• Playing Bass with a Pick (00:47) - Techniques for playing bass guitar using a pick.

Bass Riffs

• "Soundchaser" (00:52) - Breakdown and demonstration of the bass riff from "Soundchaser."

• "I've Seen All Good People" (02:04) - Instruction and analysis of the bass riff from "I've Seen All Good People."

• "Roundabout" (03:06) - Breakdown and demonstration of the iconic bass riff from "Roundabout."

• "Big Generator" (01:11) - Instruction and analysis of the bass riff from "Big Generator."

• "The Fish" (01:28) - Techniques and breakdown of the bass riff from "The Fish."

• "Heart of the Sunrise" (00:48) - Instruction and analysis of the bass riff from "Heart of the Sunrise."

• "Owner of a Lonely Heart" (02:26) - Breakdown and demonstration of the bass riff from "Owner of a Lonely Heart."

Bass Collection

• Rickenbacher (00:58) - Overview and demonstration of the Rickenbacher bass.

• 5-String Basses (02:07) - Insights into playing and using 5-string basses.

• Long-Scale Bass (03:03) - Techniques and tips for playing long-scale bass guitars.

• Meridian & Alvarez Basses (03:39) - Overview and demonstration of Meridian and Alvarez basses.

• Eight String Basses (03:55) - Insights into playing and using eight-string basses.

• Photon Guitar-Bass (03:04) - Overview and demonstration of the Photon Guitar-Bass.

• Pedal Effects (06:45) - Instruction on using pedal effects to enhance your bass playing.

Outro

• "Amazing Grace" Closing (01:51) - A closing performance of "Amazing Grace."