Jaco Pastorius and the Art of Fretless Electric Bass Jaco Pastorius occupies a singular place in the history of the electric bass. His approach to the fretless instrument reshaped the vocabulary of modern ensemble performance. His tone, articulation, and melodic command created a new identity for the bass voice within jazz, fusion, and popular music traditions. This influence remains visible in academic study, professional performance, and instrumental pedagogy. Pastorius removed the frets from
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Jaco Pastorius and the Art of Fretless Electric Bass Jaco Pastorius occupies a singular place in the history of the electric bass. His approach to the fretless instrument
Sam Olsson. Sam Olsson · Original audio. Jaco Pastorius and the Art of Fretless Electric Bass Jaco Pastorius occupies a singular place in the history of the electric bass. His approach to the fretless instrument reshaped the vocabulary of modern ensemble performance. His tone, articulation, and melodic command created a new identity for the ...
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