Bass Lessons

Beginner

• Basic Technique, Notes And Scales
• Rhythm Exercises
• Finger And Picking Technique
•  Working With A Drum Machine To Develop A Strong Sense Of Rhythm                 
• Using Fingers And Tone To Create A Variety Of Sounds
• Learning Songs From Your Favorite Artists

Intermediate

• Emphasis On Groove And Locking In With The Drummer
• Transcribing Songs From Well Known Artists, Emulating Specific Styles
• Understanding The Role Of A Bassist In A Band, In Addition To Being Able To Play Melodically And Improvise
• Slapping And Popping Techniques
• Applying Music Theory To See How A Bass Line Relates To The Overall Structure Of A Song
• Developing Ear For Improvisation And Transcribing

Advanced

• Working To Create An Individual Sound
• Preparing For Playing In A Live Context With A Band Or In A Studio
• Using Music Theory To Connect Bass Parts To All Other Aspects Of A Song
• Applying Ear Training To Hear Where Chords Are Moving And Create More Interaction And Improvisation
• Learning To Solo In Any Context
• Understanding How The Bass, Drums, Chords And Melody Interact
• Composing Original Songs