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Bass lessons in London
Learn electric bass with a local London teacher — in person or online.
Our Bass Teachers in London
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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…
The point of learning an instrument, it seems to me, is to be free to do what you like, express what you wish and travel as far in fulfilling that quest as you can. Obviously there are some hurdles in the way but if you…
Hi, I’m Leo, an instrumental teacher and professional musician based in South London. I’m really excited to help you experience the infinite joy of making music! Learning with me, you will find that training yourself to…
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…
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…
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…
About Bass lessons in London
Find expert bass teachers across London for pop, jazz, funk, and classical pathways — lessons for all ages and abilities.
London teachers teach in studios, music schools or online; travel options vary by teacher.
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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 London
Pricing varies by teacher; check profiles for rates and availability.
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.