Do You Have What It Takes To Prove Yourself You Can Master Walking Bass In Just 90 Days?
(Even If Music Theory Isn’t Your Strong Suit And You Only Have At Least 30Minutes a Day to Practice!)
If So, I’m Inviting You To Join…
THE 90 DAY WALKING BASS CHALLENGE
In the next 90 days, we’ll break down iconic bass lines from legends like Donald "Duck" Dunn & Ray Brown… play and record real songs from multiple genres and give you feedback to accelerate your walking bass skills.
Challenge Starts On February 10, 2025
From the Studio of James Eager
Dear Aspiring Walking Bass Player,
What if I told you you could play walking bass lines across different genres… and lay down solid groove like legends such as Donald "Duck" Dunn and Ray Brown…
Even if you have little to no knowledge of music theory or you only have at least 30 minutes a day to practice?
Sounds impossible? It’s not.
Take Dražen from Croatia, for example.
"I only started playing bass a few months before the challenge—now I’m reading music, playing great tunes, and was even named ‘Most Improved Player'."
Dražen from Croatia
Dražen joined the challenge at 58 and has recently picked up the bass.
He was unsure how to navigate the fretboard or even approach walking bass lines.
By the end, he was confidently playing Sweet Home Chicago and Moondance
Even recognised as The Most Improved Player!
The there's Steve Watt's from New Zealand...
"I went from feeling stuck between beginner and intermediate to confidently playing all over the neck and using walking bass in my band’s original music"
Steven Pullen from New Zealand
Steve joined feeling stuck somewhere between beginner and intermediate…
Not knowing how to get fluent across the fretboard.
After the challenge, he turned it all around.
Not only did he learn the walking bass line…
He’s now playing across the neck..
And now playing walking bass lines with his band’s original music.
Then there’s Charles Eldering from USA.
"This challenge completely changed how I learn—giving me a method to break down songs, real feedback to improve, and a supportive community to push me forward."
Charles Eldering from USA
Charles had been playing for over a decade.
However he felt like he’d hit a wall and wasn’t improving.
The challenge gave him the structure to tighten his timing, master the fretboard…
And finally get his playing moving forward again!
I could keep going, sharing stories from students who went from just winging it...
To confidently playing walking bass lines, improvising over chord changes, and having way more fun on their bass...
But here’s the truth:
Walking bass isn't too complicated like most bass player think...
It's not even too technical like it might seem...
And it's definitely not something only the pros can pull off
But with the right approach...
Walking bass becomes one of the most rewarding skills you can learn, and it’ll improve every aspect of your bass playing…
And make you a better bass player
Above all, become a better musician.
The best part?
You don’t need to figure it out on your own.
Curious how it all works?
Let me show you…
Introducing
90 day walking bass challenge
The 90-Day Walking Bass Challenge is a focused, hands-on program where a small group of bass players comes together to learn, practice, get feedback, and master Walking Bass in just 12 weeks.
Here’s how it works…
First, we’ll break down how the masters like Donald 'Duck' Dunn and Ray Brown create Walking Bass Lines for some of the greatest songs ever written.
This is where you’ll learn things like creating walking bass lines, improvisation, and even applying walking bass techniques to rock music!
Along with that, you’ll get workbooks packed with exercises, drills, and examples to guide you every step of the way.
Then, you’ll jump straight into applying what you’ve learned by playing songs across different genres from Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen, Fly Me to the Moon by Frank Sinatra to Moondance by Van Morrison and so on.
We’ll even give you tabs, sheet music, and step-by-step video tutorials to make learning these songs a breeze… so you can practice whenever it suits your schedule.
We’ll also host live Group Q&A sessions every 2 weeks where you can ask questions in real-time.
But if you can’t make it, you can watch the recordings at a time that works for you.
Then comes the most challenging (and rewarding) part…
You’ll record yourself playing and post it in the community.
This way, you’ll get feedback from an eBassGuitar Coach and other bass players so you can spot what’s working, refine what isn’t, and see real improvement.
And you don’t have to match anyone else’s schedule.
Whether you practice early in the morning or late at night… you can submit your videos when you’re ready and get feedback on your playing on your own time.
Finally, you’ll join a community of bass players who’ll push you to keep going, cheer you on, and celebrate your wins along the way.
Now here’s the deal…
If you’re looking for excuses, this isn’t for you.
But if you’re ready to stop guessing and start seeing real progress…
We’ve done the hard work to make it as easy as possible for you to succeed.
The question is… are you up for the challenge?
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Here’s What We’re Going To Cover
Week 1-2
Fretboard Knowledge.
We’re going to lay the foundation for your walking bass journey by mastering blues walking bass lines and unlocking the fretboard.
Here's What You'll Learn
➤ The fundamentals of walking bass and how to create a consistent pulse.
➤ How to play Sweet Home Chicago by the Blues Brothers, inspired by Donald "Duck" Dunn.
➤ 3 essential fretboard shapes to expand your fingerboard knowledge and confidence.
Challenge Video Task:
Record yourself playing Sweet Home Chicago, focusing on fretboard navigation and groove consistency
Student Highlight: Mark Dougherty
Watch Mark groove to Sweet Home Chicago, showcasing fretboard mastery and walking bass techniques from Week 1–2!
Week 3-4
Creating Walking Lines From Chord Sequences.
We’ll explore how to build walking bass lines from simple chord sequences, focusing on thinking in chords rather than individual notes
Here's What You'll Learn
➤ How to use the "2 Feel" and "4 Feel" to add variety and dynamics to your walking bass lines.
➤ Techniques to incorporate roots, fifths, and chromatic notes for smoother chord transitions.
➤ Explore the “3 Registers” of the fingerboard to expand your fretboard knowledge and flexibility.
Challenge Video Task:
Submit a video of Crazy Little Thing Called Love, showcasing chord-based transitions with dynamic techniques.
Student Highlight: Merle Peters
Check out Merle’s groove on Crazy Little Thing Called Love as he nails chord transitions and adds flair with walking bass techniques
Week 5-6
Improvisation with Walking Bass Lines
We’ll show you how to create dynamic walking bass lines on the fly using improvisation techniques.
Here's What You'll Learn
➤ How to create and randomize "bass line cells" to craft improvised walking bass lines.
➤ Techniques to simplify chord progressions for smoother bass line construction.
➤ How to build walking bass lines for the verse, bridge, and chorus of Moondance by Van Morrison.
Challenge Video Task:
Record your walking bass version of Moondance, showcasing your improvisation and adaptability.
Student Highlight: Ferdinand Morton
Check out Ferdinand’s take on Moondance as she showcases her improvisation skills and walking bass techniques from Week 5–6!
Week 7-8
Taking Route 66 & Creating the Jazz Walking Bass
We’ll focus on mastering the Jazz Blues Chord Sequence and transcription techniques—an essential skill for any serious bassist
Here's What You'll Learn
➤ The difference between the Standard Blues and Jazz Blues Chord Sequence, including key alterations like the II-V-I and I-VI-II-V progressions..
➤ How to use chord tones and chromatics to construct smoother, more dynamic bass lines.
➤ The fundamentals of transcription by learning Ray Brown’s bass line note for note.
Challenge Video Task:
Perform Route 66, transcribing and replicating Ray Brown’s legendary walking bass line.
Student Highlight: Natalie Perzylo
Natalie takes Route 66 to the next level, blending smooth jazz blues transitions with walking bass finesse learned in Week 7–8!
Week 9-10
Flying ‘Round Arpeggios
We’ll focus on creating walking bass lines using triads, chord tones, and arpeggios.
Here's What You'll Learn
➤ How to play the 32-bar jazz standard chord sequence from Fly Me to the Moon.
➤ The essential triads and 7th arpeggios needed for jazz walking bass lines.
➤ How to use the Circle of Fifths to connect chords and expand your fretboard confidence.
Challenge Video Task:
Record Fly Me to the Moon, showcasing triads and arpeggios to highlight smooth transitions.
Student Highlight: Steve Gallagher
Check out Steve's take on Fly Me to the Moon as he works triads and arpeggios into super smooth transitions from Week 9–10!
Week 11-12
Let’s Rock!
In the final weeks of this challenge, we’ll bring everything together from the previous modules and explore how to apply walking bass concepts to rock grooves.
Here’s What You’ll Learn:
➤ How to apply walking bass techniques to the rock groove of Sunny by Bobby Hebb.
➤ Use scales, arpeggios, and passing notes to develop more dynamic bass lines.
➤ Learn how to transpose Sunny into five different keys to solidify your fretboard mastery.
Challenge Video Task:
Submit your performance of Sunny, demonstrating your ability to transpose and adapt walking bass to rock.
Student Highlight: Granville Hedrington
Granville turns up the energy with his take on Sunny, rocking out with dynamic walking bass lines and seamless transpositions learned in Week 11–12!
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Meet your coach
ANDY HODGE
A seasoned bassist whose career spans London’s vibrant Soho scene, cruise gigs, and theatre tours, including playing in orchestra pits for major productions and leading his own Serious Blues trio, bringing his deep expertise in rock, blues, and sight-reading to help you master walking bass with confidence and precision
How Much Does It Cost?
The 90-Day Walking Bass Challenge gives you everything you need to master walking bass from step-by-step lessons, personalized feedback, and a supportive community.
If you were to work with me in person, you could easily spend $100+ per session.
Over 12 weeks (roughly 90 days), that would add up to $1,200 or more!
The best part is… you’ll get the same value for just a fraction of that cost.
You can join this challenge for just $349 only.
And when you break it down, it works out to just $4 a day… that’s less than the cost of a coffee.
90-Day Walking Bass Challenge
$349
Or $99 today
then 3 monthly payments of $99/mo.
BACKED BY 30-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
See What Past “Challengers” Say About This Program:
"Before the 90-Day Challenge, I struggled with technique and kept getting cramps in my fingers—James broke things down in a way that finally made sense, and now my playing is smoother and more accurate."
Kevin Presnell, UK
"As a guitarist, I’ve known Kevin for over 20 years, and I’ve seen him play in plenty of cover bands—but the 90-Day Challenge pushed him into musical styles he never would have touched before. Watching his progress, I can see how much more confident and versatile he’s become as a bassist."
-Nick, UK
"I used to envy musicians who could just walk a bass line on the spot—now. After the 90-Day Challenge, I finally understand how to build them myself, without relying on sheet music. James breaks everything down across different genres, and now I can create walking bass lines with confidence.
-Chris, USA
"I always struggled with walking bass lines, but after the 90-Day Challenge, my fretboard knowledge, timing, and improvisation have improved remarkably. Even though my bandmates haven’t seen me play yet, I know they’re going to hear the difference!"
-Gerry, AU
"As a by-ear player, the 90-Day Challenge really stretched me and pushed my playing in new directions. Getting to play a variety of styles, including some standards, was a great experience—and connecting with other bass players made it even better!"
-Merle, USA
"Before the 90-Day Challenge, I thought my timing was one of my strengths—until James pointed out where I was off. His guidance helped me fix it fast, and now I’ve built solid habits that improve my playing across every style."
-Maz, USA
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
We’re so confident the 90-Day Walking Bass Challenge will transform your bass playing that we’re giving you a full 30 days to try it out, risk-free.
If at any point in those 30 days you feel it’s not worth your investment—or if you simply decide it’s not for you—just send us a quick email. We’ll give you a 100% refund.
In fact, I insist that you ask for a refund if you don’t feel you’re getting at least 10 times the value of what you paid.
I don’t want your money unless you’re thrilled with the progress you’re making.
So, go ahead. Join the challenge and see how far you can take your bass playing.
You’ve got nothing to lose!
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This challenge is not for everyone.
It’s not for people who quit at the first sign of hard work…
Or who are happy staying where they are.
This is for bass players ready to prove they’ve got what it takes to improve, grow, and step up their game.
So ask yourself…
Are you the kind of bassist who rises to the challenge?
Or are you content sitting on the sidelines?
The choice is yours.
You’ve got nothing to lose.
Except the chance to finally become the player you’ve always wanted to be.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The challenge officially kicks off on February 10, 2025—so hang tight! Once you sign up, you’ll get access to the private community so you can get settled in before we begin.
Yes! Once you’re in, you’re in for life. You’ll always have access to the lessons, workbooks, and backing tracks—even after the 90 days are over.
No worries! While the challenge is designed to keep you on track, you’ll have lifetime access to all the lessons, Q&A session recordings, and backing tracks. You can catch up at your own pace or even go through the challenge again later.
Nope! The Live Q&A Sessions happen every two weeks, but they’re recorded—so you can watch them whenever it suits you.
If you can record a video on your phone and upload it, you’re good to go! No fancy tech needed—just your bass, an amp (or audio interface), and something to record yourself with. The submission process is super simple, and we’ll guide you through it.
As part of the challenge, you’ll have the opportunity to submit 1 video every 2 weeks (6 total videos) for written feedback from an eBassGuitar coach. Your coach will review your playing, provide detailed notes on what’s working, what needs improvement, and give you next steps to keep progressing.
You’ll also receive valuable feedback from fellow students in the private community—offering support, encouragement, and motivation to keep you on track.
Your video submissions will be reviewed by a dedicated eBassGuitar coach, an experienced bassist who specializes in walking bass and helping students improve their technique and musicality. Our team is here to help you every step of the way.
For each of your six video submissions, you’ll receive detailed written feedback outlining:
- What you’re doing well
- Areas that need improvement
- Step-by-step guidance on what to work on next
This structured feedback keeps you on track and ensures you’re making steady progress throughout the challenge.
Absolutely! If you find that you’d like more 1-on-1 coaching or additional video feedback, just reach out at support@ebassguitar.com and we’ll help you upgrade to a personalized coaching package.
No worries—you’re covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee. If you’re not happy with your progress within the first 30 days, just send us a quick email at support@ebassguitar.com, and we’ll refund you in full.
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