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Bass lessons in Richmond
Learn electric bass with a local Richmond teacher — in person or online.
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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.…
Qualifications: BA Hons Contemporary Music, QTS, PGCE Lifelong Learning Sector
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…
Stephen has been playing the bass guitar for over 10 years and has subsequently developed a deep understanding of the instrument and how to create a distinctive sound. Growing up in London meant Stephen has had exposure…
Qualifications: UWLQ Level 4 Diploma in Music Teaching
Guitar, Bass, Ukelele, Music Theory and Music Tech lessons available in person in a professional recording studio space or remotely via Zoom. Lessons can include focus on exam prep, reading music, improvisation,…
Qualifications: RSL Teacher Training Stage 1 an Introduction to teaching CPD Certified, NSPCC Child protection for tutors Certificate of achievement CPD Certified
About Bass lessons in Richmond
Find bass teachers in Richmond offering personalised lessons for technique, groove and performance.
Richmond teachers commonly teach from home studios and local venues; online lessons are also offered.
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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 Richmond
Some teachers offer home visits; check individual profiles for travel options.
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.