As part of the Grooving for Heaven series, Pondering Bass Technique is solely dedicated to teaching the advanced techniques needed by the modern bassist. Instead of merely presenting a glossary of riffs, bassist Norm Stockton demystifies these techniques so the committed bassist can assimilate them for the broadest possible range of artistic expression. Topics include slapping (intermediate to advanced); tapping (arpeggios, single-string, and variations); chording; chimes, thuds, and swells (a spectrum of tones); combining techniques; effects to enhance; and solo bass arranging.