The changing role of the bass guitar... from a passive rhythm instrument to a solo vehicle for virtuoso instrumentalists .. has taken giant strides forward with the development of percussive or 'slap' style, techniques. No better examples of this popular style can be found than in the work of the four distinguished musicians whose playing is transcribed here by Joe Hubbard.Included are 16 pieces written by or associated with the four bassists, each accompanied by helpful tips on how to play the intricate patterns as well as develop the essential feel for the 'slap' style.