Would Jaco Pastorius have been so innovative without great finger style technique and the use of harmonics? Can you imagine a Red Hot Chili Peppers song without Flea's slap bass? Or how about Primus without Les Claypool's quirkyslap and tap technique? Essential Bass Guitar Techniques teaches you allof these skills with carefully crafted exercises and inspiring musical examples, which are featured on the online audio. If you're tired of faking your waythrough your favorite songs because you've always neglected to learn that one special technique, you need this book. Stop skipping over the intricate details and start sounding like a seasoned professional! Includes access to 86audio tracks and examples online. Online audio is accessed at halleonard.com/mylibrary