This is just stupid sick, if bigjon wasn't in church I'd say

[TorontosFinest]

I've only been playing for a few months, but the way you played that song has inspired me to work harder.  I watch the video at least once a day and I learn something new each time.  I love the sound of your Warwick( I plan on purchasing one win I get better).  I have 2 questions for toronto.

what type of amp were you using on the video?

What advice or instruction could you give to a rookie?

Hey there Anointed Strings, thanks for the comments.  As far as your two questions go, first, the amp that I was a Peavey.  I cant remember the module but all I know is it wasn't that good.  Secondly, the advice that I would give you is..................................... ......
Pray to God that he will use you to play for "his" glory and not for people to say that you are a great bass player.  We have a motto in our Youth Department, "pleasing God and not man, for me to live is Christ"!  If you trust God and be sincere, he will give all the tools and skills that you need to be master your craft.  Now, dont think that you dont have to practice, you "have to practie".  Make sure that you learn all of the major scales and apply them to your playing.  DO NOT try to learn things too quicky as it would sound sloppy and messy.  Take your time and be patient!

[anointed_strings]

Toronto's Finest,
Thanks for the advice.  I have been working on learning the major scales.  Is there a such thing as over practicing?  I have such a desire to learn that I at times become consumed with my practice.  My desire is to glorify God through my playing, but I want to be able to offer him the best praise that I possibly can.  I believe in a spirit of excellence.  So, I practice alot.  I work on my scales, I practice with the other musicians at my church, I attempt to play along with the radio.  All in all, I really want to work on my technique with both hands.  What advice can you give me about technique.

[TorontosFinest]

As far as technique goes the only thing that I would say is to take your time developing finger strength and dexterity.  I t is very important that your fingers are able to move along the fretboard freely and that you r use all of your fingers on your left hand.  Over the years I have noticed that there are many bass players that do not use there pinky finger when playing.  I know that it is something that you have to get used to, but it is very important that you do use it.  When it comes to playing things like "shout music" and very fast runs you will see how important that it is to use it.  Another tip I would give you is learn all types of techniques.  Dont just limit yourself to the traditional two finger playing style, but learn other ways such as slapping, plucking, thumping, two-hand tapping, muting and three finger playing.  This will be beneficial if you ever have to solo, the reason being you will have so may ways to solo you will no t be limited to play just one particular style.  
I hope I have given you somethings to think about!

[anointed_strings]

Thanks for the advice again.  I have been working on my finger strength and my pinky is coming along.  I may seem weird but I'm having trouble with speed on my picking hand.  When I attempt to use two fingers my rhythm is somtimes thrown off.

[tondee]

...that you use all of your fingers on your left hand.  Over the years I have noticed that there are many bass players that do not use there pinky finger when playing.  I know that it is something that you have to get used to, but it is very important that you do use it.

Very, very good point.  I deliberately neglect this advice at times to do things like string quivers (vibratos).  I would use my strongest finger, the ring one.  But when extensive transitions start flowing thru real fast, I use all my fingers so I can keep my eyes on the MoM.  I'm thinking about giving up a lot of those vibratos so I can keep the pinky in play.  The pinky development should be more important.

Tony