Bassing

/ˈbæsɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle or gerund of 'bass'—the act of fishing for bass or playing bass notes on an instrument.

Etymology

From the verb 'bass,' derived from the noun 'bass' (the fish or the instrument), with the gerund suffix -ing indicating ongoing action.

Kelly Says

In music, 'bassing' creates the harmonic foundation that other instruments dance upon—bass players often say their job is to make the drummer sound good, which reveals how subtle the true foundation of rhythm and harmony can be.

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