The Mark King Bass Book (Bass Guitar TAB Books by Stuart Clayton)

Learn Classic Level 42/Mark King Bass GroovesThe Mark King Bass Book features all of the best-known instrumentals that Mark recorded with jazz/funk group Level 42 including ‘Sandstorm’, ‘Mr. Pink’, ‘43’, ‘Foundation & Empire’ and ‘The Pursuit of Accidents’. There are also transcriptions of three of Mark’s best-known live bass solos as well as an extensive style analysis, with accompanying audio files (which can be downloaded from the publisher's website). All of the transcriptions have extensive performance notes.‘I’m thrilled that the bass parts for the Level42 catalogue have been so beautifully charted by Stuart, and hope that they prove useful for beginners and experienced players alike. Bass is ace!’Mark King – Level 42The book contains the following pieces:SandstormTheme to MargaretMr. Pink8843Dune TuneFoundation & EmpireThe Pursuit of AccidentsThe Return of the Handsome Rugged ManThe EssentialBass Solo (from Live at Wembley 1986)Bass Solo (from Live at Town & Country Club)Bass Solo (from Live at Reading 2001)Other Books in the SeriesBe sure to check out the other books in the Level 42/Mark King series:The Level 42 Bass Book – Vol. 1Containing a selection of tracks from throughout their lengthy career, this book features all their biggest hits, such as 'Lessons in Love', 'Something About You', 'To Be With You Again', 'The Chinese Way' as well as popular album tracks such as 'The Machine Stops', 'Almost There', 'You Can't Blame Louis' and 'True Believers'.The Level 42 Bass Book – Vol. 2This book contains album tracks from the group’s classic period of 1980 – 1988. Includes ‘Good Man in a Storm’, ‘Heaven in My Hands’, ‘Hours By the Window’, ‘Last Chance’, ‘The Chant Has Begun’ and more.The Level 42 Bass Book – Vol. 3This book contains a selection of songs from the band’s two nineties’ albums Guaranteed and Forever Now. Includes ‘Overtime’, ‘Her Big Day’, ‘Seven Years’, ‘If You Were Mine’, ‘Forever Now’, Model Friend’, ‘Romance’ and more.Level 42 – A Physical Presence Bass TranscriptionsA Physical Presence was recorded and released in 1985 and was Level 42’s first live record. Capturing the original line-up in their prime, the album showcases the unique blend of superior musicianship and song writing talents that had proven so popular with their fans. For admirers of Mark King’s inimitable style of bass playing, the album is a treasure trove: classic instrumental pieces such as ‘Mr. Pink’ and ‘Foundation & Empire’ sit alongside pop hits such as ‘Hot Water’ and ‘The Chinese Way’, all driven by King’s energetic basslines. Read more