Nick you might try this. The time signature for all two steps is 4/4 or sometimes called common time. So each measure has four beats or each beat is a quarter note. You play the bass on each of these beats starting with the lower button and then alternating with the top button. Set your metronome (included I believe in most music software such as Audacity, Slowdowner) up to beat four times in a measure and play bass along with it. I have found even with seasoned 'beginners' that the bass rhythm can be an after thought. Also, if you learn to read music this all becomes simple to follow.
The April 2011 Dewey Balfa Cajun & Creole Heritage Week
