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Victor Wooten
Meet the artist
A bassist who combines slapping, tapping and harmonics within a strongly musical approach. His work with Béla Fleck and the Flecktones and his solo recordings reveal the instrument's range. Plucking, striking and ringing strings give one bass several roles.
Melodies rise above repeated low notes while percussive sounds mark the beat. Clear rhythm and memorable tunes remain audible through the intricate techniques. Changes of articulation suggest a small ensemble. No technical knowledge is needed: following the pulse opens up the expressive possibilities of the instrument.
Where to start listening
On A Show of Hands, listen for the low foundation, melody and percussive sounds emerging from a single player's performance.
1996A Show of Hands
Victor Wooten
A solo project built around the expressive possibilities of one bass. Slapping and harmonics serve memorable melody and rhythm rather than technique alone.
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