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Hello! My name is Jake and I am a professional bass teacher located in Manchester. I offer high-quality bass lessons in the Manchester area.
I can cover all musical genres in my lessons; however, I am a specialist in the areas of Pop and Rock, Blues, Jazz, Funk and musical theatre.
I am also experienced in teaching pop and classical syllabuses on the Bass and the Guitar including LCM, RGT, RSL, ABRSM and Trinity.
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Get in touch today & start learning to play the bass in Manchester.
I have been gaining teaching experience since 2014, having worked in Cheshire and all around Greater Manchester for different teaching agencies.
I am passionate about bringing music education to everyone of every age and level of ability. I am committed to helping my students progress while always keeping the lessons fun and enjoyable.
Lessons are pay-as-you-go, weekly, fortnightly or as suits you.
I have experience in teaching students of all ages in a wide range of styles and genres. I recommend my lessons to students of all abilities, I can teach both beginners and advanced students.
Jake is a Guitar, Bass and Double Bass Player From Cheshire first picking up an instrument at age 10 inspired by the film ‘School of Rockʼ. in 2018 he graduated from the RNCM after 4 years of study with a Bmus in Popular Music Performance.
He has been gaining one to one teaching experience since 2014 and is passionate about bringing music education to all ages and abilities. Jake performs regularly at Manchester venues with original bands as well as and Modern Pop Covers band ‘The Upstarts’ and Acoustic Duo ‘Lofty’.
Career highlights include working with Record Producer Pete Waterman 2014 – 2016 and numerous Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester Musical Youth and RNCM Musical Productions and numerous original gigs at Club Academy, Deaf Institute, Night People, Band on the Wall and Night and Day Cafe to name a few.
I am a qualified teacher having achieved a 2:1 Bmus Popular Music Performance degree from RNCM, Grade 8 Rockschool Bass & Guitar and Grade 5 ABRSM Music Theory certificates.
I like to create a tailored plan of lessons to suit the individual needs of each student, focussed on their goals and favourite music. In this tailored plan, we will discuss the music you are passionate about and include this in our weekly lessons meaning we can progress technically whilst learning your favourite songs.
Above all else, I want my students to enjoy learning to play bass & I will do everything I can to make sure your learning experience is a great one throughout all of our lessons.
Manchester has an amazing music scene and some awesome music stores to match. Here are a few stores and venues I would recommend.
PMT Manchester, are one of the nations largest chain music stores. Located on Red Rose Retail Centre, Regent Rd, Manchester M5 3GR. With hundreds of thousands of items in stock and a dedicated bass section, they stock bass guitars and amplifiers for beginners to full-time professionals.
Hobgoblin Music, are an independent music retailer located on 123 Oxford Rd, Manchester M1 7DU. With experienced staff and a great stock of basses and accessories, you can be sure to find what you are looking for a Hobgoblin Music.
The Deaf Institute, is located on 135 Grosvenor St, Manchester M1 7HE. It's a 200 capacity intimate venue specialized for intimate shows with up and coming artists. The Institute has held concerts for artists such as Kashmere, Kyle Falconer, and Liz Laurence. With great food and drinks on offer, you can be sure for a great live music experience here.
I'm a professional player and performer who can help you rapidly progress your bass playing and understanding of music. I will help you with tailor made lessons in which we will learn the music that you love to listen to in your spare time. For more information, feel free to send me an email at any time.
[email protected]My lessons are currently charged at £14 per half hour and £28 per hour for all students.
I teach the majority of my lessons from a dedicated home studio in M13 0WN Birch Ln, Manchester. This is a great location as it contains all the resources we need to take effective bass lessons in a relaxing environment.
I teach both children (8+) and adults how to play the bass guitar.
I recommend weekly lessons however, you are more than welcome to take lessons as and when you like in your spare time.
If you cancel a lesson with less than 48 hours notice you will still be charged for the lesson.
Why wait!?? Get in touch and start learning to play bass now!
Bass Teacher
Jakob Scoffield