Ground Bass – A repeated bass pattern

(Pronounced ground bayss)

Note: A ground bass is a repeating bass line that happens over and over again throughout the composition. A composer uses it as a foundation to compose more and more interesting work.

To remember what ground bass is, use the following mnemonic:

On the ground was a bass (ground bass) painted with a repeating pattern.

Examples of ground bass in a sentence

Ground bass was used at the beginning of the song. 

Throughout the album was a consistent use of ground bass. 

Ground bass is often used in dance music.