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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 10+
Speaks english, spanish
Teaching since 2003
Bachelors of Music
Guided, upright bass lessons from a talented teacher with over 20 years of experience
I aim to instill a love of music and of the instrument through both student guided song selections from popular genres and movie/video game soundtracks, as well as the pedagogy and technical exercises that are required to play the double bass. I complement this with various etudes and repertoire from both the classical and jazz idioms to create a bassist that not only knows how to groove, but has a solid command of the bass.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Alger Blvd
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 AM-4:30 PM
6 PM-8 PM
Tuesday
12 PM-2 PM
3:30 PM-8 PM
Wednesday
7 AM-2:45 PM
Thursday
7 AM-1 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM-11 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
45 minutes
$38
60 minutes
$50
90 minutes
$75
120 minutes
$100
About Nicholas C.
4.7
(53)
Detroit native, Nicholas C. K., demonstrated an innate musical talent from a young age. His command of piano, guitar, trumpet and bass progressed to studies at both Columbia University in Chicago and Wayne State University in Detroit. Since age 16 Nic has toured the country sharing the stage with acclaimed rock acts such as; Tesla, Bret Michaels, 3 Doors Down and many others. He is currently endorsed by Warwick Basses.
Nicholas been a musician in some form or another for as long as he can remember. His musical journey started when he was only six, with a delve into the realm of classical piano. While there he studied under world class child prodigy Josh Cullen. The composers that he studied include Bach, Beethoven, Barton, Hayden and many others.
From here he progressed to playing jazz trumpet, studying the Jamey Aebersold method under Paul Finkbeiner, the lead trumpet player for the Paul Keller Ensemble.
Then at the age of 11, with the help of his grandfather he discovered the guitar. He learned quickly on his old SR guitar. He quickly discovered that he had a natural taste for blues phrasing, and his soloing abilities quickly blossomed. 2 years later, he had formed his first band, Spherical. It was through this band that he found the bass.
His journey into the realm of bass, began out of necessity and progressed into love of the bottom end. Since then, he has been collecting basses, playing, living and breathing bass. He now realizes the importance of a funky beat, a subtle line and most important of all A Tight Groove!!!
The benefit of studying under someone with a vast array of both talent and experience is clear.
*** Lesson Details ***
During his musical career Nicholas has played almost every style of music; from folk to experimental from jazz to rock. One thread holds true through all music, it has to groove.
During the course of a lesson he will cover a broad range of topics starting from the basics, and moving into ear training, sight-reading, theoretical knowledge and most important for bass players, groove. Just as every player has their own musical personality and voice, so to does every lesson that Nicholas gives.
In a supportive, patient environment, every lesson is custom tailored to the student.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Home: lessons in dedicated music room with piano and stereo, guitars/basses, cables/amps
*** Specialties ***
Jazz Studies major at Wayne State University. Has a firm understanding of music across both the classical and jazz idioms spanning multiple instruments.
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53 Reviews
janet
Online
he was a very good teacher. he was super patient and when I would mess up he wouldn't criticise me, he would help me through. even though I only had 3 lessons with him I learned so much and I am ready for the next lessons with him after my school year.
Posted Jul 6, 2024
Mr.
Online
It was a challenge and that is what I needed. A live instructor to go over the very basics in producing a sound from the trumpet. I have confidence in learning more on how to get better.
Posted May 20, 2024
Austin
Teacher's studio
Nic is a great bass teacher and a cool dude. He's very understanding and helpful and definitely knows his stuff. I can feel myself getting better with each lesson!
Posted Apr 13, 2024
Experience
Bassist/Band Leader
Mar, 2016 - PresentWeekend ComeBack, LLC
Arrange for over 150 live performances a year Conduct music director duties, including but not limited to preparing charts and rehearsing the group
Music Director
Aug, 2014 - PresentUnity of Farmington Hills
Conduct, rehearse and perform with amateur vocal group as well as small rock ensemble at weekly service.
Bassist
Aug, 2013 - Oct, 2014Karin Elizabeth & The Remedy Band
Play bass in a Top 40 Cover band situation. 200+ performances per year
Education
Bachelors of Music
Sep, 2012 - Sep, 2013Bowling Green State University
Bachelors of Music
Sep, 2013 - Apr, 2016Wayne State University
Awards
Full-Tuition Scholarship
Sep, 2012Bowling Green State University
Languages
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
Nicholas Gallery
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Alger Blvd
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 AM-4:30 PM
6 PM-8 PM
Tuesday
12 PM-2 PM
3:30 PM-8 PM
Wednesday
7 AM-2:45 PM
Thursday
7 AM-1 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM-11 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
45 minutes
$38
60 minutes
$50
90 minutes
$75
120 minutes
$100
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