(Hollywood, California): (Ray Brown Music Co.), 1963. First Edition (presumed; no prior editions or printings cited). Quarto in blue pictorial paper wraps; plastic black comb binding; 136 pages; numerous b&w photo reproductions; 31 cm Very fine (as new). In remarkably pristing condition. Not a reprint. Paperback.
Scarce first edition of lessons and methods by one of jazz's greatest bassists. Self-published. "Raymond Matthews Brown (October 13, 1926 – July 2, 2002) was an American jazz double bassist, known for his extensive work with Oscar Peterson and Ella Fitzgerald. He was also a founding member of the group that would later develop into the Modern Jazz Quartet."—Wikipedia / Upright bass, contrabass, double bass; contrebass. Bass fiddle. Jazz.
