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Tom Young - Bass teacher
Tom Young
BassOnline
£15.00
Top Rated
Most recent review: 18 Sept 2025

Hey, I’m Tom. I’m a DeMontfort University Music graduate with 10+ years of experience playing, writing, recording, and producing. I can offer private tuition for Guitar and Music Theory, and can teach any and all styles…

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Suchait Sachdeva - Bass teacher
Suchait Sachdeva
BassOnline
$7

I am Suchait, a guitar instructor, performer, and mentor, with over 20 years of professional experience. I am the founder and lead instructor of Jazzelinn Guitar School, where I have trained over 1,000 students globally…

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Rob Mills - Bass teacher
Rob Mills
BassOnline
£30.00

Hi there, my name is Rob Mills, former guitarist of famous classic rock band Diamond Head! I have done hundreds of amazing shows and festivals including a European tour supporting Megadeth! I have been teaching guitar…

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Inspired Sounds : Guitar, Bass, & Ukulele Tuition - Bass teacher
Inspired Sounds : Guitar, Bass, & Ukulele Tuition
BassOnline
£17.50

Inspired Sounds : Guitar, Bass, Ukulele Tuition & Audio Production Offering music tuition services in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, based at a studio room in Newburgh, Fife. Online lessons via video conferencing…

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Paul Davies - Bass teacher
Paul Davies
BassOnline

I am a classical guitarist from Liverpool who has been teaching guitar and music theory for over three years since graduation in 2016. I am capable of delivering electric guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, music theory and…

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Adam Frost - Bass teacher
Adam Frost
BassOnline
£20.00

Hello – Adam here! I am a self-taught professional guitarist and guitar teacher with a strong belief in music being a fundamental method of self-expression and communication. I reflect this in my teaching style by…

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Lewis Downs - Bass teacher
Lewis Downs
BassOnline
£35.00

Welcome to Kilburn Guitar Lessons! ​My name is Lewis and I am a professional guitarist, teacher, performer and composer with over 16 years playing experience. I enjoy teaching all abilities from advanced players with…

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Andrew Sheldon - Bass teacher
Andrew Sheldon
BassOnline
£16.00

I’ve been playing the guitar since the age of 12 doing my first gigs at 14. I have a BMus which is a degree in Popular Music Performance from The Guitar Institute in London. Also, I am a fully trained secondary music…

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About Find bass lessons near you

Bass lessons focus on groove, timekeeping, tone and musical support. Teachers tailor lessons to jazz, rock, funk, classical or session work to develop confident bass players.

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Bass lessons: what to expect

Bass lessons near you

Search for bass tutors who teach in-person or online; in-person sessions are useful for instrument setup and ensemble playing.

Who bass lessons are for

Players seeking strong rhythmic foundation, studio or ensemble work, and instrumental confidence.

What you’ll learn in bass lessons

Groove, tone, time, reading, improvisation and stylistic approaches relevant to your goals.

Online vs in-person bass lessons

Online lessons are great for technique and listening tasks; in-person helps with instrument setup and ensemble dynamics.

A simple learning path for bass

A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.

Weeks 1–4: Basics & timing
1

Learn fretting/plucking, essential grooves, scales and locking with a metronome.

Months 2–4: Technique & repertoire
2

Develop fingerstyle, slap/pop, and learn a variety of styles and playing contexts.

Months 4+: Ensemble & studio skills
3

Refine tone, improvisation, reading and studio-friendly approaches for session work.

Getting started: what you need

Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.

  • A well-set-up electric bass with appropriate amplification for practice.
  • A metronome and simple backing tracks to practice locking with drums.
  • Regular short practice focusing on timing, tone and accuracy.

Styles & goals your teacher can support

Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.

Rock & pop
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Solid foundational grooves and song-support techniques.

Jazz & improvisation
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Walking bass, soloing and harmonic awareness on double or electric bass.

Funk & slap
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Percussive techniques, syncopation and pocket playing.

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Trust & safety

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FAQs about bass lessons

Do I need an amp for electric bass lessons?

A small practice amp is useful; teachers can advise on suitable models and settings for practice.

Can I learn bass online?

Yes — technique and repertoire can be taught online, though in-person tuition helps with physical setup and progress.