My name is Menno Verbaten. I am originally from the Netherlands and have been a Los Angeles native since 1997. I have taught at Musicians Institute for 18 years and been a free lance session bassist, recording artist and instructor for over 20 years, performing and recording across the globe. I have performed with artists such as: Steve Vai, Marty Friedman, George Lynch, Paul Gilbert, Jacob Armen, Bow Wow Wow and countless others and have releases on Metal Blade Records, Relapse Records, Ripple Records and Nuclear Blast Records. I play 4-string, 5-string and fretless bass.
Teaches all skill levels
Teaching since 1991
Certifcate in bass performance
Teaches ages 14+
Has background check
My name is Menno Verbaten. I am originally from the Netherlands and have been a Los Angeles native since 1997. I have taught at Musicians Institute for 18 years and been a free lance session bassist, recording artist and instructor for over 20 years, performing and recording across the globe. I have performed with artists such as: Steve Vai, Marty Friedman, George Lynch, Paul Gilbert, Jacob Armen, Bow Wow Wow and countless others and have releases on Metal Blade Records, Relapse Records, Ripple Records and Nuclear Blast Records. I play 4-string, 5-string and fretless bass.
Teaches all skill levels
Teaching since 1991
Certifcate in bass performance
Teaches ages 14+
Has background check
Menno is an exceptional instructor and bass player. He's so kind and patient and still challenges me and is very thorough as an instructor. This is a great instructor for both beginners and pros alike!! And he's 100% reliable.
Great instructor, always helpful & patient. Hope to take lessons again soon :)