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Bass Guitar with Michele V.

Chicago, Illinois

5.0
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Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 15-80
Speaks English
Teaching since 2020
Jazz Ensemble

    Learn bass from a working professional female bassist

    My goal is to help students unlock their creative voice and experience the joy of playing music. I focus on constructing a strong, well-rounded musical foundation on which students can develop their skills and grow their confidence. Students can expect to learn: -Methods to memorize ALL the notes on the fretboard. -Proper left and right hand technique. -Scales, modes, chords, arpeggios and how to use them. -Ear training -How to play with other musicians -Rhythmic exercises -Walking bass lines -How to create bass lines. -How to read standard notation

    Instructor details

    Location:
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    N Milwaukee Ave
    Teaches Online
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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    2 PM-3:45 PM
    Tuesday
    2 PM-7 PM
    Wednesday
    7 AM-4 PM
    5 PM-7 PM
    Thursday
    7 AM-4 PM
    Saturday
    9 AM-12 PM
    Sunday
    8:30 AM-5 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $36
    45 minutes
    $51
    60 minutes
    $65

    About Michele V.

    5.0
    (3)
    I'm a professional electric bassist with 13 years experience in writing, recording, and performing. My main focuses have been Rock, Pop, and Funk, but I also enjoy playing Jazz, Motown, and R&B. I studied with Victor Wooten at multiple music camp programs throughout 2018 & 2019. In 2021, I received a professional bass certification from Berklee Online with a 4.0 GPA. Currently, I am playing 70+ shows a year in Chicago-area Pop/Rock, Serendipity. I am also the bassist in the Triton College Jazz Ensemble. I am a founding teacher and co-owner of the award-winning school, Phil Circle Music.
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    3 Reviews
    Aneisa Prosser
    Online
    I had a nice and chill first lesson. I was given some helpful tips and a few good exercises to work on.
    Posted Dec 3, 2023
    Paul
    Teacher's studio
    The lesson was very good. I’d already known some scales, but Michelle gave me some fingering exercises that are going be very helpful. I look forward to the next lesson
    Posted Aug 1, 2023
    Kevin
    Teacher's studio
    Michele is an incredible musician. I have seen her play in multiple bands and watching her, you can tell how passionate she is about her craft. She is always looking to get better, and she takes every gig seriously. Seeing how she is on stage, I know what an incredible teacher she would be for anyone looking to learn how to play bass, no matter if you are a beginner or an advanced player.
    Posted Jun 28, 2023
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    Experience

    Co-owner

    Apr, 2023 - Present

    Phil Circle Music

    After two years of teaching at Phil Circle Music Chicago, I partnered in as a co-owner!

    Bass Guitar Instructor

    Apr, 2021 - Present

    Phil Circle Music

    I've been teaching bass guitar at the award-winning music school, Phil Circle Music, for over a year.

    Bassist

    May, 2019 - Present

    Serendipity

    I've been the bassist for renowned Chicago-area cover band, Serendipity since 2019. We perform 70-80 shows a year at a variety of venues and festivals, playing Pop, Rock, Motown, Disco, Country, R&B, and more!

    Freelance Bassist

    Sep, 2013 - Present

    N/A

    I've been performing, writing, and recording with various original local bands and artists for almost a decade.

    Education

    Bass/Nature Camp

    Jul, 2018 - Aug, 2019

    Victor Wooten Center for Music and Nature

    Jazz Ensemble

    Aug, 2022

    Triton College

    Bass

    Sep, 2020 - Jun, 2021

    Berklee College of Music

    Private Coaching

    Sep, 2019 - Sep, 2020

    Phil Circle Music

    Certifications

    Bass Professional Certificate

    Jun, 2021

    Berklee College of Music

    Awards

    Best Music Schools in Chicago 2022

    Jan, 2022

    Expertise

    Best Music Schools in Chicago 2023

    Jan, 2023

    Expertise

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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