Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Bass Grade 1
Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Bass Grade 1
The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass – Grade 1 songbook is the official resource for candidates preparing for the Grade 1 exam under Trinity College London’s 2018–2023 syllabus. It contains eight carefully selected songs with performance tips, stylistic guidance, and access to demo/backing tracks to support both practice and exam preparation.
This collection helps beginners and early-stage bass players develop essential skills including picking, damping, slap and pull techniques, and tapping, while performing well-known pop and rock tracks.
Songs Included
- Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
- Float On – Modest Mouse
- Just Looking – Stereophonics
- Learn to Fly – Foo Fighters
- Labelled with Love – Squeeze
- Little Talks – Of Monsters and Men
- Mull of Kintyre – Paul McCartney & Wings
- Not the Girl You Think You Are – Crowded House
Techniques & Skills Developed
- Basic picking technique for steady basslines
- Damping to control note length and clarity
- Introduction to slap and pull articulation
- Early use of tapping for stylistic variety
Summary Table
| Title | Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass Grade 1 |
| ISBN | 9780857366306 |
| Publisher | Trinity College London Press / Hal Leonard |
| Format | Softcover (~40 pages), with online audio access |
| Includes | 8 songs, performance notes, demo & backing tracks |
| Techniques Developed | Picking, damping, slap/pull articulation, tapping |
| Example Songs | Billie Jean, Float On, Learn to Fly, Little Talks, and more |
Why Choose This Book?
- Official Trinity publication aligned to the 2018–2023 syllabus
- Well-known pop and rock repertoire to inspire learners
- Backing tracks for authentic band-style practice and performance
- Supports technical growth while keeping practice enjoyable
Start Your Bass Journey with Confidence
The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass – Grade 1 book combines accessible repertoire with clear performance support, making it the ideal starting point for learners preparing for their first exam and building solid bass-playing foundations.
Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Bass Grade 1
The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass – Grade 1 songbook is the official resource for candidates preparing for the Grade 1 exam under Trinity College London’s 2018–2023 syllabus. It contains eight carefully selected songs with performance tips, stylistic guidance, and access to demo/backing tracks to support both practice and exam preparation.
This collection helps beginners and early-stage bass players develop essential skills including picking, damping, slap and pull techniques, and tapping, while performing well-known pop and rock tracks.
Songs Included
- Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
- Float On – Modest Mouse
- Just Looking – Stereophonics
- Learn to Fly – Foo Fighters
- Labelled with Love – Squeeze
- Little Talks – Of Monsters and Men
- Mull of Kintyre – Paul McCartney & Wings
- Not the Girl You Think You Are – Crowded House
Techniques & Skills Developed
- Basic picking technique for steady basslines
- Damping to control note length and clarity
- Introduction to slap and pull articulation
- Early use of tapping for stylistic variety
Summary Table
| Title | Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass Grade 1 |
| ISBN | 9780857366306 |
| Publisher | Trinity College London Press / Hal Leonard |
| Format | Softcover (~40 pages), with online audio access |
| Includes | 8 songs, performance notes, demo & backing tracks |
| Techniques Developed | Picking, damping, slap/pull articulation, tapping |
| Example Songs | Billie Jean, Float On, Learn to Fly, Little Talks, and more |
Why Choose This Book?
- Official Trinity publication aligned to the 2018–2023 syllabus
- Well-known pop and rock repertoire to inspire learners
- Backing tracks for authentic band-style practice and performance
- Supports technical growth while keeping practice enjoyable
Start Your Bass Journey with Confidence
The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass – Grade 1 book combines accessible repertoire with clear performance support, making it the ideal starting point for learners preparing for their first exam and building solid bass-playing foundations.
Description
Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Bass Grade 1
The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass – Grade 1 songbook is the official resource for candidates preparing for the Grade 1 exam under Trinity College London’s 2018–2023 syllabus. It contains eight carefully selected songs with performance tips, stylistic guidance, and access to demo/backing tracks to support both practice and exam preparation.
This collection helps beginners and early-stage bass players develop essential skills including picking, damping, slap and pull techniques, and tapping, while performing well-known pop and rock tracks.
Songs Included
- Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
- Float On – Modest Mouse
- Just Looking – Stereophonics
- Learn to Fly – Foo Fighters
- Labelled with Love – Squeeze
- Little Talks – Of Monsters and Men
- Mull of Kintyre – Paul McCartney & Wings
- Not the Girl You Think You Are – Crowded House
Techniques & Skills Developed
- Basic picking technique for steady basslines
- Damping to control note length and clarity
- Introduction to slap and pull articulation
- Early use of tapping for stylistic variety
Summary Table
| Title | Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass Grade 1 |
| ISBN | 9780857366306 |
| Publisher | Trinity College London Press / Hal Leonard |
| Format | Softcover (~40 pages), with online audio access |
| Includes | 8 songs, performance notes, demo & backing tracks |
| Techniques Developed | Picking, damping, slap/pull articulation, tapping |
| Example Songs | Billie Jean, Float On, Learn to Fly, Little Talks, and more |
Why Choose This Book?
- Official Trinity publication aligned to the 2018–2023 syllabus
- Well-known pop and rock repertoire to inspire learners
- Backing tracks for authentic band-style practice and performance
- Supports technical growth while keeping practice enjoyable
Start Your Bass Journey with Confidence
The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass – Grade 1 book combines accessible repertoire with clear performance support, making it the ideal starting point for learners preparing for their first exam and building solid bass-playing foundations.
