This method book explains how percussive slap bass works with the drums, and how playing percussively will make you "lock" tighter with the drummer. Included are sections on building a percussive groove, pop control, moving patterns, individual string control, slap without pops, slapping with tensions, double pops, slapping with dyads, triplets, Flamenco thumb technique, odd meters, applied grooves, and a special section for a rhythm section workout. Notation and tablature are clearly explained with instructions on left hand muting and many slapping tips. This method will make your grooves sound fuller, making your playing mode more valuable to your rhythm section. Includes access to online audio.

Introduction      
Left Hand Muting      
Notation      
Section 1 - Building a Percussive Groove      
Section 10 - Flamenco Thumb Technique      
Section 11 - Odd Meters      
Section 12 - Applied Grooves      
Section 13 - Rhythm Section Workout      
Section 2 - Pop Control      
Section 3 - Moving Patterns      
Section 4 - Individual String Control      
Section 5 - Slap Without Pops      
Section 6 - Slapping with Tensions      
Section 7 - Double Pops      
Section 8 - Slapping with Dyads      
Section 9 - Triplets      
Slapping Tips