walking bass Your browser does not support the audio element. [ English ] Definition 1. Term used in Baroque music for a bass line that moves steadily in a rhythm contrasting to that of the upper parts. 2. In jazz, a walking bass usually moves by steps played on bass or piano, with each note usually having the duration of a quarter note. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-05-05 21:09:23
