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Hello! My name is Zaid Crowe and I am a professional bass guitar tutor located in Birmingham. I teach bass guitar to ages 6+ in a wide range of genres and styles. My lessons are based around the music and musical styles that you love. I feel that it's important to help students learn in a direction that they feel comfortable in and I always try to take this approach when teaching anyone.
My lessons are always of a high standard and I like to make sure this standard is always maintained for all of my students both new and old. My tuition can be broken into many aspects, I teach everything including song writing, song work, technique, scales, chords, performance, theory, exam prep and much much more. I like to make sure we have a clear plan that we can both agree on before we proceed with the lessons so please remember to let me know the direction you want to learn in.
I also offer skype based lessons if this is something you would like to try. I understand that meeting face to face can be a touchy subject at the moment and this is the main reason why I started offering online lessons alongside my regular lessons. I can honestly say that learning online is no different to learning face to face. My lessons are taken in the same way and are just as enjoyable and exciting as my face to face lessons. Please let me know if you'd prefer this.
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I have a great amount of experience in teaching all ages of student. I would recommend starting no younger than age 7 though. I will make sure the lessons match both your age and ability level. No two students are ever the same and I always like to make sure we have a clear idea of what you want to improve and what you want to work on. I will then create a lesson plan around your goals and dreams.
I love all styles of music & because of this I am always happy to teach you the music that inspires you. I think as a teacher, I have a responsibility to teach a wide range of styles and genres and this is always reflected in my teaching. If you want to learn any genre at all, I will be able to help you. We can focus on one genre or branch out to others as well. Honestly, whatever you feel comfortable with is what I will do with you.
Lessons are pay-as-you-go, weekly, fortnightly or as suits you.
I welcome both beginner and advanced students in a wide range of styles and genres. I will make a lesson plan that suits your ability levels.
After 25 years working as a professional musician, studio engineer, and within the digital music industry for record labels alongside the likes of Pink Floyd and Radiohead, I can now share my knowledge and experience with you.
Incorporating the digital age, I go two steps further than simply offering one-to-one sessions from my base in Central Birmingham. Through the use of Skype, I can conduct online guitar lessons and I’m always available when you have questions for me, going above and beyond for all my students.
You can get a better insight to me by reading my blog, checking out some of my videos, or by following me on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Finally, you might want to take a look at some reviews from existing and past students. Feel free to reach out to them for an honest opinion!
Whether your aspiration is a more academic approach via grades, a more ‘free form’ approach or sharpening your existing skills; my teaching methods are tailored specifically for the goals and ability of each student.
Everyone is different, and everyone learns differently, so I take note of this and will always aim to create the ideal environment for you – whether that be in person or over Skype.
Not everyone who wants to learn guitar wants to be a professional, sometimes you just want to play for fun, and I can accommodate that, as well as being able to teach grades for those who want it.
Birmingham has long been associated with it's music scene and there are a wide range of music shops to check out. Here are a couple that I recommend.
GuitarGuitar, is one of the largest guitar shops in the UK, offers a wide range of bass guitars (from 4 stringed to left-handed). A good place for beginners to get their first instrument as there is a large stock of pre-owned instruments. The shop is located at 104 Hagley Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B16 8LT.
The Little Guitar Shop, is a specialist guitar shop based on 58 Spencer Street, Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham, B186DS. Provides used & new, vintage guitars, amp and any type of accessories needed to each guitar player.
Acoustic, bass, ukulele and electric guitar lessons are available for anyone over the age of 4 who wants to learn. I can cover everything from formal grades to simply learning some songs or remedying problems with technique. Don’t worry if you don’t have your own guitar yet, as I can provide one for you to learn with during your one-on-one sessions in Birmingham.
[email protected]My lessons are charged at £15 per half hour and £25 per hour for all students.
I currently both teach from my private teaching space in the B15 2EX are of the city.
I teach both adults and children ages 6 and above.
I recommend weekly lessons for the best results. I will make a lesson plan that suits your needs & will always give you plenty ot practice at home.
Lessons cancelled with less than 48 hours notice will still be charged full price for the lesson.
Get in touch today & start learning to play the Bass!
Bass Teacher
Zaid Crowe