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Richard Mackman - Bass teacher
Richard Mackman
BassBarnes Way, Werrington, Peterborough PE4 6QD, UK4.8 km
£10.00
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I have been playing in Cambridgeshire bands and teaching guitar and bass professionally since 1994, as an intuitively experienced guitarist & bassist and a skilled confident teacher, I have been able to successfully coach literally hundreds of keen & aspiring guitarists and bass players in the last 29 years. From the age of 7 years, old I always had a love and passion for music and has been playing live and recording with numerous bands since I was 16. Passing on his wealth of knowledge, experience and enthusiasm through my tutoring has been a vastly rewarding and ongoing goal. Alongside my private guitar teaching, I remain a very active musician. I currently play bass for the alternative Indie band The Contrast, who are with Steven Van Zandt’s New York City record label WickedCool and Angel Air Records here in the UK. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Sound Engineering/Recording Diploma with merit Registry of Guitar Tutors continual membership since 1995

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Andy McGurk - Bass teacher
Andy McGurk
Bass20 Lancaster Way Market Deeping Peterborough Lincolnshire PE6 8LA United Kingdom13.4 km
£18.00
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Qualifications: BA (Hons) Music Compostition

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About bass lessons in Peterborough

Find bass tuition in Peterborough for all styles and levels, with experienced local and online teachers.

Lesson formats

Peterborough teachers teach from studios or online and may travel locally.

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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

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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 Peterborough

Are there affordable bass teachers in Peterborough?

Yes — search profiles and contact teachers to compare pricing and options.

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.