Core Groove E: 5/8 groove
Here is a basic 5/8 pattern superimposed over 4/4 time.
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Here is what a bass
ne using eighth notes in groupings of five could look like.
D-9 Ans D-9 Ans
pb.» Ang b-9 Ens Ans
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If you want to flesh it out and play more of the 5/8 pattern you can play something similar to the following bass line
D9» Ens Al D-9 Eps AT
D9 E-bS Ang D9 E-ns Ano
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The challenge at the beginning is to play the 5/8 pattern and still express the harmony as close to the original har-
monic rhythm as possible. Experiment with different possibilities of delaying and anticipating the chords.
Core Groove D: 5/4 groove
Here is a 5/4 groove superimposed over 4/4 time.
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