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Lewis Downs - Bass teacher
Lewis Downs
BassFordwych Rd, London, UK7.1 km
£35.00
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Most recent review: 23 Apr 2021

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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Andy Basiola - Bass teacher
Andy Basiola
Bass102D Churchfield Rd, London W3 6DH, UK0.8 km
£40

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.…

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Steve Woodcock - Bass teacher
Steve Woodcock
BassLondon W4 3AY United Kingdom1.8 km
£20.00

I am a professional musician offering high quality tuition in electric bass, double bass, and guitar. Specialising in jazz and improvisation, but with 28 years' playing experience spanning everything from death metal to…

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Ross Kenning - Bass teacher
Ross Kenning
Bass33 Clitherow Road Brentford TW8 9JT United…3.0 km
£53.00

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Marc Oliver - Bass teacher
Marc Oliver
BassIsleworth TW7 United Kingdom5.0 km
£25.00

Qualifications: BA Hons Contemporary Music, QTS, PGCE Lifelong Learning Sector

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Carlos Morgado - Bass teacher
Carlos Morgado
BassWembley HA9 0JZ, UK5.4 km
£35.00

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…

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David Baker - Bass teacher
David Baker
BassFifth Ave, London W10, UK5.4 km
£40.00

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…

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Marta Pereira - Bass teacher
Marta Pereira
Bass50a Pembroke road London W6 6NX United Kingdom5.7 km
£50.00

Marta is a Grade 8 classically-trained musician with a BA (Hons) in Songwriting and an MMus in Composition for Film and TV. She is passionate about helping students of all ages, levels, and backgrounds develop their…

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About Bass lessons in Acton

Discover experienced bass teachers in Acton who teach electric bass, music theory and ensemble skills for all ages.

Lesson formats

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.

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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FAQs about bass lessons in Acton

Are there teachers for beginners in Acton?

Yes — many teachers specialise in beginner bass technique, reading and groove foundations.

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.