Bass guitar lessons…
Bass guitar lessons…
Instruction for all levels of players:
Beginning students can learn the basics of holding and playing the instrument and prepare to discover the joys of making music with others. Learning the basics of reading and writing music lays a groundwork for further discovery (and complements the not-inconsiderable marvels of "playing by ear").
Intermediate players can work toward mastering the requirements of a responsible bassist in the small-band context, in all aspects of American popular music forms including blues, classic R'n'B, gospel, "rock" etc. Learn the musical theory underlying a "chord chart" and what it means to you as a bass player at your gig.
Advancing players can:
Discover the tone that lies waiting in your instrument (that no pedal or accessory can find for you)
Explore the exciting world of drummer/bass player relations!
And lots more …
Beginning instruction in double bass (aka string bass, upright bass, contrabass, bass viol, doghouse bass) also available. (German-style bow.)
…in the Berkeley/oakland area
from a touring/recording professional with over 40 years experience in music…