Private Bass Guitar tutoring lessons El Dorado Hills, CA.

Becoming a proficient bass player involves so much more than just instrumental technique. A good bassist needs to be able to establish a groove. They need to be able to make a strong musical connection with their drummer. In many ways, the bass player is responsible for making the entire band sound good. This, along with a strong emphasis on technique, is the central focus of the curriculum that I use to teach bass guitar.

Learn how to play scales, slap bass, tap and improve your rhythm. Learn songs with fingers or with a pick. This class is great for those who want to improve their musicianship and work in a band. Electric or acoustic bass.

I can teach you all the funnest bass riffs and show you how to make your own bass lines and jam in several styles. I can also show you how to use your ear so you can jam along to whatever music you hear!

I knew I wanted to play bass when I was 12 and heard the bassline for Bob Marley's Stir It Up. I've been playing ever since then. The primary attraction to bass for me is the groove, and that's what I like to emphasize (which I think is severely neglected in standard music education). I have studied theory and composition extensively and like to tie those elements in and show where the bass fits into any situation harmonically and rhythmically. Most importantly teaching is a fun and rewarding experience for me and my students. I love to teach and get my bass students grooving!

Slappa da Bass! I have taught bass to students in school bands, absolute beginners and students who just plain want to get better.
4 or 5 string.

I work with the student to develop a curriculum based on their musical interests and my own teaching pedagogy. I strongly feel that for musicians to own their education, they must have a say in what they play. Assigning method books and mindless etudes to practice doesn't have nearly the same effect asking them "Ok, what kind of music do YOU like? What do you want to PLAY? What do you want to LEARN?".

I believe that students learn best when they are invested in a subject, and the best way to get them invested is to individually get to know each one, speak to them on their level, and get them playing music they're interested in.

Play bass like a “real” bass player, not a guitar player who couldn’t hack it. Insights on fundamental music theory and Nashville number system. More importantly, learn how to be “the guy” that everyone loves working with.

Learn from a pro! Our bass instructor has the chops to make your lesson exciting and challenging. He performs regionally and writes original music. Whatever your goals, he can help you get there.