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Bass lessons in Acton
Private and online bass lessons — technique, groove and performance.
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I'm Andy Basiola, I'm a guitar teacher and guitarist with over 20 years of experience, based in Acton, London. I offer personalised guitar tuition tailored to suit everyone from complete beginners to advanced players.…
Carlos Morgado is an experienced guitarist, singer, producer, composer, music teacher and music mentor. During the last 20 years he has worked with numerous internationally recognised artists such as Luis Fonsi, Laura…
David has been a professional musician and Educator since graduation from his degree in 2011 from the institute of contemporary music, since that time he has worked with some major label artist including Ella Eyre, John…
Stephen has been playing the bass guitar for over 10 years and has subsequently developed a deep understanding of the instrument and how to create a distinctive sound. Growing up in London meant Stephen has had exposure…
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…
I have been a professional musician for over 15 years, having worked both nationally and internationally with artists across a range of contemporary genres. I have recorded in some of the UK’s best studios, such as…
A very passionate guitarist/vocalist/musician with over 12 years of teaching experience. I have 30 years experience of playing very many styles of popular music including work with artists such as Amy Winehouse and…
Over 10 years' experience performing and recording for multiple artists across the Pop and Jazz scenes, including Years & Years, Mark Owen, Amaarae, Jas Kayser and Tom Ford, as well as producing and releasing own music…
My name is Sam Becker and I am a freelance double bass and bass guitarist living and working in London. I began playing cello at the age of 6 and picked up the double bass 10 years later and I have been playing bass…
My name is Andy. I am a guitarist with fifteen years experience of gigging and performance, and a passion for helping people find their way into music with accessible, and enjoyable beginner lessons. What artist first…
Guitar and Bass guitar player over 40 years. Played in various settings and music styles but mainly focused on acoustic guitar and bass. All lessons delivered at my home studio in Hillingdon (Uxbridge)but can be…
About Bass lessons in Acton
Discover experienced bass teachers in Acton who teach electric bass, music theory and ensemble skills for all ages.
Many Acton teachers offer studio and online lessons; travel available in neighbouring W3 areas.
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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.
Learn fretting/plucking, essential grooves, scales and locking with a metronome.
Develop fingerstyle, slap/pop, and learn a variety of styles and playing contexts.
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.
Solid foundational grooves and song-support techniques.
Walking bass, soloing and harmonic awareness on double or electric bass.
Percussive techniques, syncopation and pocket playing.
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FAQs about bass lessons in Acton
Yes — many teachers specialise in beginner bass technique, reading and groove foundations.
A small practice amp is useful; teachers can advise on suitable models and settings for practice.
Yes — technique and repertoire can be taught online, though in-person tuition helps with physical setup and progress.