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David
CountyTwickenham, Hounslow (London)...
SubjectBass guitar

Lessons for all ages, levels and styles

I have a Bachelor of Music degree and have been teaching for 6 years.As a teacher my aim is to prepare you to the best level I can while ad...
CountyTwickenham, Hounslow (London)...
SubjectBass guitar

Lessons for all ages, levels and styles

I have a Bachelor of Music degree and have been teaching for 6 years.As a teacher my aim is to prepare you to the best level I can while ad...
Study Bass Guitar and Double Bass with a top level professional
£40/hr
First class free
Dan
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBass guitar

Study Bass Guitar and Double Bass with a top level professional

Hello there! After graduating with my Bmus (Jazz) degree I moved to London and became involved in the city's music scene. Over the years, I...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBass guitar

Study Bass Guitar and Double Bass with a top level professional

Hello there! After graduating with my Bmus (Jazz) degree I moved to London and became involved in the city's music scene. Over the years, I...
£30/hr
First class free
Jordan
CountyChichester
SubjectBass guitar

I provide bass guitar lessons for beginners to intermediates of all ages

I provide bass guitar lessons for beginners to intermediates of all ages.
CountyChichester
SubjectBass guitar

I provide bass guitar lessons for beginners to intermediates of all ages

I provide bass guitar lessons for beginners to intermediates of all ages.
Professional Bass Player and music teacher offering lessons to all ages
£30/hr
Reuben
CountyDarley Abbey
SubjectBass guitar

Professional Bass Player and music teacher offering lessons to all ages

Practical and theory based lessons delivered in a fun and engaging way
CountyDarley Abbey
SubjectBass guitar

Professional Bass Player and music teacher offering lessons to all ages

Practical and theory based lessons delivered in a fun and engaging way
Soho blues bass player providing lessons covering all types of blues and rock and roll
£10/hr
First class free
Henry
CountyShepherds Bush, Barons Court,...
SubjectBass guitar

Soho blues bass player providing lessons covering all types of blues and rock and roll

Soho blues bass player providing lessons covering all types of blues and rock and roll !!
CountyShepherds Bush, Barons Court,...
SubjectBass guitar

Soho blues bass player providing lessons covering all types of blues and rock and roll

Soho blues bass player providing lessons covering all types of blues and rock and roll !!
£30/hr
First class free
Jaime
CountyBrighton
SubjectBass guitar

Bass guitar lessons from an experienced and professional player

Hi there, my name is Jaime and I'm a professional musician looking to work with beginner and intermediate guitarists and bassists to help t...
CountyBrighton
SubjectBass guitar

Bass guitar lessons from an experienced and professional player

Hi there, my name is Jaime and I'm a professional musician looking to work with beginner and intermediate guitarists and bassists to help t...
Online Bass Tutor providing beginner to advanced Lessons
£40/hr
First class free
Greg
CountyStreatham
SubjectBass guitar

Online Bass Tutor providing beginner to advanced Lessons

I have a Masters Degree in Music and PGCert in Education from the University of Sussex. I have taught bass from Diploma to Masters Level fo...
CountyStreatham
SubjectBass guitar

Online Bass Tutor providing beginner to advanced Lessons

I have a Masters Degree in Music and PGCert in Education from the University of Sussex. I have taught bass from Diploma to Masters Level fo...
Experienced gigging bass teacher ready to help you on your musical journey!
£25/hr
First class free
Ashley
5
CountyManchester, Broughton (City A...
SubjectBass guitar

Experienced gigging bass teacher ready to help you on your musical journey!

Over 11 years of experience gigging has taught me a lot about finding your own voice in music, and I can't wait to support you in taking ei...
CountyManchester, Broughton (City A...
SubjectBass guitar

Experienced gigging bass teacher ready to help you on your musical journey!

Over 11 years of experience gigging has taught me a lot about finding your own voice in music, and I can't wait to support you in taking ei...
Let's start your Electric Bass Lesson Online today!(English/Cantonese/Mandarin)
£20/hr
WaiKei
CountySolihull, Hay Mills, Olton, S...
SubjectBass guitar

Let's start your Electric Bass Lesson Online today!(English/Cantonese/Mandarin)

I play the bass over 10 years through college and university along with having my own band. The Japanese music inspired my bass knowledge,...
CountySolihull, Hay Mills, Olton, S...
SubjectBass guitar

Let's start your Electric Bass Lesson Online today!(English/Cantonese/Mandarin)

I play the bass over 10 years through college and university along with having my own band. The Japanese music inspired my bass knowledge,...
Classical, electric, acoustic and bass guitar and melodeon tutor
£32/hr
First class free
Mick
CountyLondon
SubjectBass guitar

Classical, electric, acoustic and bass guitar and melodeon tutor

I am an experienced music tutor. I have Qualified Teacher Status.I teach classical, acoustic, electric and bass guitar and melodeon.I am ef...
CountyLondon
SubjectBass guitar

Classical, electric, acoustic and bass guitar and melodeon tutor

I am an experienced music tutor. I have Qualified Teacher Status.I teach classical, acoustic, electric and bass guitar and melodeon.I am ef...
Guitar, Bass Guitar and Improvisation Theory Lessons
£25/hr
Gary
CountyAtherton, Chequerbent, Higher...
SubjectBass guitar

Guitar, Bass Guitar and Improvisation Theory Lessons

I am an MA qualified musician, with over 40 years involvement in music performance, composition, arrangement and bandleading, I have an Enh...
CountyAtherton, Chequerbent, Higher...
SubjectBass guitar

Guitar, Bass Guitar and Improvisation Theory Lessons

I am an MA qualified musician, with over 40 years involvement in music performance, composition, arrangement and bandleading, I have an Enh...
Leeds based professional Guitarist offering affordable, tailor made lessons on Classical, Electric and Bass Guitar
£30/hr
First class free
Matias Reed
Online
CountyLeeds
SubjectBass guitar

Leeds based professional Guitarist offering affordable, tailor made lessons on Classical, Electric and Bass Guitar

Since graduating with a First Class Degree in Classical Guitar from Leeds Conservatoire in 2013, Matías has gained valuable experience teac...
CountyLeeds
SubjectBass guitar

Leeds based professional Guitarist offering affordable, tailor made lessons on Classical, Electric and Bass Guitar

Since graduating with a First Class Degree in Classical Guitar from Leeds Conservatoire in 2013, Matías has gained valuable experience teac...
Friendly and personable tutor teaching bass guitar, drum-kit and voice
£15/hr
Elliot
CountyGlasgow
SubjectBass guitar

Friendly and personable tutor teaching bass guitar, drum-kit and voice

Private or group lessons taught online or in-person. Flexible lesson plans that work around what it is students want to learn. Focusing on...
CountyGlasgow
SubjectBass guitar

Friendly and personable tutor teaching bass guitar, drum-kit and voice

Private or group lessons taught online or in-person. Flexible lesson plans that work around what it is students want to learn. Focusing on...
I teach fretted instruments (electric guitar, bass guitar, classical guitar, acoustic guitar, ukulele) and melodeon.
£40/hr
First class free
Mick
CountyLondon
SubjectBass guitar

I teach fretted instruments (electric guitar, bass guitar, classical guitar, acoustic guitar, ukulele) and melodeon.

I teach students from 18 years old, who range from beginners to advanced. Some of my students may wish to take Trinity exams. I have succes...
CountyLondon
SubjectBass guitar

I teach fretted instruments (electric guitar, bass guitar, classical guitar, acoustic guitar, ukulele) and melodeon.

I teach students from 18 years old, who range from beginners to advanced. Some of my students may wish to take Trinity exams. I have succes...
I am a professional guitarist and bassist based in Bath. Recently graduating with a first degree from Bath Spa University, I have learnt a lot of skills that i'm looking to share with up and coming musicians. I play bass guitar in my band Pentire and have
£20/hr
Jacob Beswetherick
CountySouth Stoke Bath And North Ea...
SubjectBass guitar

I am a professional guitarist and bassist based in Bath. Recently graduating with a first degree from Bath Spa University, I have learnt a lot of skills that i'm looking to share with up and coming musicians. I play bass guitar in my band Pentire and have

When it comes to practicing an instrument, I understand that everyone is unique in their own way and may learn different to others. From my...
CountySouth Stoke Bath And North Ea...
SubjectBass guitar

I am a professional guitarist and bassist based in Bath. Recently graduating with a first degree from Bath Spa University, I have learnt a lot of skills that i'm looking to share with up and coming musicians. I play bass guitar in my band Pentire and have

When it comes to practicing an instrument, I understand that everyone is unique in their own way and may learn different to others. From my...
Electric/Acoustic/Bass Guitar Lessons for Beginners - Amateurs
£24/hr
First class free
Josh
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBass guitar

Electric/Acoustic/Bass Guitar Lessons for Beginners - Amateurs

I have a University degree in Music Production and Sound Engineering but have been teaching guitar for over 6 years to beginners/amateurs i...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBass guitar

Electric/Acoustic/Bass Guitar Lessons for Beginners - Amateurs

I have a University degree in Music Production and Sound Engineering but have been teaching guitar for over 6 years to beginners/amateurs i...
Music lessons on Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Beginner Piano, Music Theory and Musicianship
£40/hr
First class free
Zoe
Verified TutorVerified Tutor 5
CountyShotley Gate
SubjectBass guitar

Music lessons on Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Beginner Piano, Music Theory and Musicianship

Collectively, we possess over 30 years of teaching experience and hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in Secondary Music. Our educational j...
CountyShotley Gate
SubjectBass guitar

Music lessons on Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Beginner Piano, Music Theory and Musicianship

Collectively, we possess over 30 years of teaching experience and hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in Secondary Music. Our educational j...
Experienced academically qualified guitarist offering tutoring classical and contemporary guitar, bass guitar, clarinet and music theory
£40/hr
First class free
Richard
CountySt Albans, Chiswell Green, Fr...
SubjectBass guitar

Experienced academically qualified guitarist offering tutoring classical and contemporary guitar, bass guitar, clarinet and music theory

I help you achieve your goals and ambitions in a relaxed no pressure environment, tailoring each lesson to your needs.
CountySt Albans, Chiswell Green, Fr...
SubjectBass guitar

Experienced academically qualified guitarist offering tutoring classical and contemporary guitar, bass guitar, clarinet and music theory

I help you achieve your goals and ambitions in a relaxed no pressure environment, tailoring each lesson to your needs.
I a musician and educator, passionate about sharing my love for music. I have worked professionally in music for 16 years teaching, songwriting, producing, and performing. I teach guitar and bass guitar to all levels of musician from just starting out to
£35/hr
Luke
CountyLondon, Brixton Hill, Camberw...
SubjectBass guitar

I a musician and educator, passionate about sharing my love for music. I have worked professionally in music for 16 years teaching, songwriting, producing, and performing. I teach guitar and bass guitar to all levels of musician from just starting out to

I am a private tutor, working online and with in person options available. I focus on tailoring lesson content to students unique needs and...
CountyLondon, Brixton Hill, Camberw...
SubjectBass guitar

I a musician and educator, passionate about sharing my love for music. I have worked professionally in music for 16 years teaching, songwriting, producing, and performing. I teach guitar and bass guitar to all levels of musician from just starting out to

I am a private tutor, working online and with in person options available. I focus on tailoring lesson content to students unique needs and...
Drum, vocal and bass guitar tutor for over 15 years, also cover TEFOL and French
£25/hr
First class free
Siobhan Sandbach
CountyDrumnadrochit
SubjectBass guitar

Drum, vocal and bass guitar tutor for over 15 years, also cover TEFOL and French

Level 6 in Music PerformanceGrade 8 DrumsGrade 8 VocalsGrade 8 BassGrade 5 Music TheoryGrade 2 Guitar, Piano. Through my time at Nepenthe S...
CountyDrumnadrochit
SubjectBass guitar

Drum, vocal and bass guitar tutor for over 15 years, also cover TEFOL and French

Level 6 in Music PerformanceGrade 8 DrumsGrade 8 VocalsGrade 8 BassGrade 5 Music TheoryGrade 2 Guitar, Piano. Through my time at Nepenthe S...

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

🎸Is electric bass guitar easy to learn?

As a beginner, you may find the bass guitar to be a bit challenging, but not impossible to master. In fact, it's arguably easier to pick up than its six-string counterpart - the guitar. 

However, the simplicity of the bass guitar shouldn't fool you. Mastering the instrument requires discipline and a deep understanding of rhythm and timing. The bassist is the backbone of any band, providing a rhythmic and harmonic foundation. 

In essence, learning the electric bass guitar will present its challenges, but with consistency, dedication, and the right guidance, you can become proficient in it. Therefore, if you're looking for 'guitar lessons near me,' consider seeking a tutor for the bass guitar.

🎶What is the best way to learn bass guitar?

Finding the best way to learn bass guitar largely depends on your learning style. Some people prefer self-teaching methods, while others thrive under the guidance of a private tutor. If you're the type who learns best alone, there are several resources available for you. You can find numerous online guitar lessons that cater to bass guitar students. These resources often come with video tutorials and play-along tracks to assist you in your learning journey.

However, self-teaching might not be for everyone. If you're the type who benefits from one-on-one instruction, then you should consider taking guitar lessons. Having a private guitar teacher will provide you with immediate feedback on your technique and progress, which can be immensely beneficial. Furthermore, a good teacher can provide a structured learning plan, making your learning process more efficient.

💰How much do bass guitar lessons cost?

The cost of bass guitar classes can vary greatly depending on several factors. These include the teacher's experience and qualifications, the location of the lessons, and the length and frequency of the sessions.

On average, you can expect to pay between £15 and £50 per hour for bass guitar lessons. Online guitar lessons might be slightly cheaper, as the tutors don't need to travel or rent out a physical space. 

🤔Is it worth paying for bass guitar lessons?

The question of whether it's worth paying for bass guitar lessons is subjective and depends on your personal goals and circumstances. If you're serious about learning the bass guitar and want to make rapid progress, then paying for professional lessons is definitely worth it.

Professional guitar tutors can provide a structured learning plan, catered to your abilities and goals. They can correct any bad habits you may have developed and give you immediate feedback on your performance. Additionally, having regular lessons can keep you accountable and motivated in your learning journey.

🕰️How long does it take to learn bass guitar?

The answer to this question is not straightforward. It largely depends on your dedication, practice regimen, and the quality of your instruction.

As a rough estimate, with regular practice and quality instruction, it's possible to learn the basics of bass guitar within a few months. However, to become proficient and comfortable with the instrument, it might take anywhere between one to two years. Remember, becoming a competent musician is a journey, not a race.

Unlocking the rhythm: Exploring local electric bass guitar lessons

Importance of learning the electric bass guitar

The electric bass guitar is the heart of any music ensemble, providing the rhythmic and harmonic foundation upon which all other instruments build. It's a unique instrument that inherently teaches you to listen and react to the music around you. When you learn the bass guitar, you're not just learning an instrument, you're learning how to become part of a larger musical conversation.

Learning to play the electric bass guitar also opens up a world of opportunities for you. Whether you want to join a band, perform solo, or simply enjoy playing music in your spare time, the electric bass guitar is a versatile instrument that can help you achieve your musical goals. And with the right training and dedication, you could even turn your passion for the electric bass guitar into a successful career.

Advantages of online guitar lessons

Online bass guitar lessons offer numerous advantages that make them a great choice for beginners and experienced players alike.

Firstly, online guitar lessons offer flexibility. With online lessons, you can learn at your own pace, on your own schedule. You're not bound by the time constraints of a traditional music school or in-person classes. 

Secondly, online guitar lessons provide access to a wide range of resources and learning materials. From video lessons and interactive exercises to downloadable sheet music and backing tracks, online guitar lessons offer a wealth of resources to help you master the electric bass guitar. 

What to expect from guitar lessons in London

London is known for its vibrant music scene and is home to some of the best guitar teachers in the world. But what can you expect from guitar lessons in London?

  • High-quality instruction. London's guitar teachers are known for their expertise and dedication to their students, whether you're a beginner guitar student or an experienced player.
  • A diverse range of teaching styles and methodologies. From traditional one-on-one lessons to group classes and online courses, guitar lessons in London cater to all learning styles and preferences.
  • A vibrant and supportive community. London's music scene is known for its camaraderie and collaboration. When you take guitar lessons in London, you're not just learning to play an instrument, you're joining a community of music lovers who can enrich your learning experience.

How to choose the right guitar lessons for beginners

Choosing the right guitar lessons is crucial to your success as a bass guitarist. Here are a few tips to help you make the right choice.

  • Firstly, consider what you want to achieve with your guitar lessons. Are you looking to play in a band, or do you want to perform solo? Do you want to learn a specific style of music, or are you open to exploring different genres? 
  • Secondly, consider the format of the guitar lessons. Do you prefer one-on-one instruction, or do you thrive in a group setting? Would you rather learn in person or online? 
  • Lastly, consider the qualifications and experience of the tutor. A good teacher can make a huge difference in your learning experience. Look for a teacher who has a solid background in music education and a proven track record of helping students succeed.

The role of music lessons in mastering the electric bass guitar

Music lessons play an integral role in mastering the electric bass guitar. They provide a structured learning environment, a clear path of progression, and the guidance and support you need to improve your skills.

You'll learn the fundamental techniques of playing the bass guitar, from mastering the basics of rhythm and timing, to learning advanced techniques like slap bass and fingerstyle.

Music lessons also provide a platform for performance and feedback. Performing in front of a teacher or class can be daunting, but it's an invaluable part of your learning experience. It helps you build confidence and learn how to handle nerves.

In conclusion, whether you're looking for guitar lessons in London or considering online guitar lessons, learning the electric bass guitar can be a rewarding and fulfilling journey. So pick up that bass and start unlocking the rhythm today.