Bass lessons in Richmond

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 to the vast amount of jam and gig opportunities in the city for over a decade, with the diverse range of music on offer being influencing him over this time. Performing live over this period has given him great experience on stage. This includes having to improvise, play unknown pieces and lock in with a new band. The gigs Stephen has played include performances in venues ranging from intimate locations such as Soho’s ‘Spice of Life’ and ‘The Camden Assembly’ to more substantial venues such as Hamburg’s ‘Birdland’, ‘The 02 Academy Islington’ and ‘The Shepherd’s Bush Empire’. The experience of gigging means Stephen\’s lessons can take a more performance psychology approach, or have an emphasis on how to sound good on stage and fit into an ensemble. Having completed a degree course at BIMM London means Stephen’s bass playing consists of many different and advanced techniques, which push bass playing to its limits. Bass techniques taught include slap bass, tapping, chordal playing and much more. Also, his good music theory knowledge is taught in an applied fashion, meaning that the lesson will not stray too far from being a ‘hands on’ bass lesson. Overall, this means that lessons will advance on several fronts, allowing you to grow as a musician as well as a bass player. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Degree: BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance Been played on BBC Radio 2 Played Shepherd’s Bush Empire I enjoy helping people to learn, improve and grow.

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. My approach focuses on fostering a love for music while honing your skills in a friendly and encouraging environment. Whether you are picking up a guitar for the first time or looking to refine your technique, my lessons are designed to meet your unique goals and musical interests. Don't hesitate to get in touch and start your musical journey today!

Based near Kingston Upon Thames / a particular love of Rock, Blues and Jazz, but happy teaching all styles! Qualifications: RSL Level 6 Music Diploma in Teaching, BMus Popular Music Performance, MMus Production of Popular Music

Learn for fun, or take grades. We can learn easy riffs, whole songs, reading Tab and notation. I am happy to look at songs and artists that you like. All of my pupils who have taken exams from various Boards, have passed, including numerous pupils with learning difficulties of some degree. Qualifications: 2:1 In Music Composition

David has been a professional musician and Educator since graduation from his degree in 2011 from the institute of contemporary music, since that time he has worked with some major label artist including Ella Eyre, John Newman, Clean Bandit, Foxes, OH Wonder, Prep, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Becky Hill, Rationale, JC Stewart etc. David has played some of the largest and most prestigious venues in the UK, Europe and the US including The Royal Albert Hall, Brixton Academy, Shephards Bush Empire, London KoKo, Manchester Arena, The SSe Hydro, Wembley Arena, Liverpool arena, Red Rocks amphitheatre, Roseland Theatre, Rapids Theatre, Hammersmith Eventim Apollo, Royal Festival Hall, London Palladium etc. David has also Played at some of the following festivals across Europe, Glastonbury festival, Isle of Wight Festival, Sziget Festival, Balaton Sound, Untold Festival, TRNSMT Festival, Parklife Festival, T in the Park, Wireless Festival, Pukkelpop Festival, V Festival, Latitude festival, Camp Bestival, Henley Festival etc. David has always been a dedicated educator and mentor and has managed to maintain a healthy private teaching practice along with live and studio work, having several early longtime students go on to work professionally within the music industry on high profile gigs themselves. David prides himself on his ability to pass on the things has has learned throughout his extensive career as well as from his time at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance and Studying Privately with Some of the greats of the instrument (Paul Westwood, Robin Mullarkey, Rufus Philpot, Joe Hubbard). Things to focus on with Students: Basic technique (left and right hand placement etc). Learning songs. Scales, arpeggios, modes and their positions on the instrument. Harmony and theory. Sight reading. Studying time feel. Advanced techniques (slapping, pick playing etc) Music Qualifications & Achievements: Diploma in music (1st) from West Herts College Higher diploma in music (1st) form West Herts College Studied privately with esteemed bass teacher Paul Westwood (author of the Bass Bible 1 &2, countless TV/Film sessions) BMus degree in music (2.1) from the Institute of Contemporary music performance Studied Privately with London Bass Player Robin Mullarkey Studied Privately with UK bass/Jazz educator Joe Hubbard Studied Privately with Esteemed New York teacher Garry Dial

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 Metropolis Studios, Rockfield studios and Universal Studios, plus I have performed in some of the best venues in London including the 02 academy Shepherds Bush and Camden Roundhouse to name a couple. I currently hold a Bachelors degree from the BIMM Institute in London as well as a Masters degree in Music and Sonic Media, where I excelled in composition for multi-media and sound design. Outside of performance, I compose for a variety of different multimedia streams such as podcasts, TV, film and documentaries. As a guitar teacher, I have been active for over 10 years, working with students from all over the world to help them achieve their guitar playing goals, be it learning songs, theory, soloing or exams. Music Qualifications & Achievements: BMus Popular Music Performance (guitar), BIMM London MA Music and Sonic Media I also teach bass guitar and music theory, as well as music recording.

Hi! My name is Ben. I have been playing for over 20 years and have taught for about 15. I have loads of experience playing live in some of the top venues in the UK including Brixton Academy, Shepherds Bush Empire, Birmingham NEC, Manchester Academy, The Kentish Town Forum, Glasgow SEC, Edinburgh SECC. I also have played at Download Festival and Reading Festival. My style of teaching is laid back, starting with a few songs and then if they want, moving on to grades or harder ideas. I teach from beginner up to Grade 8 and beyond. I studied at the Academy of Contemporary Music (ACM) so I’m comfortable with a wide range of styles. It’s worth noting, if you are interested in Jazz or Classical guitar I probably am not your best bet. I also can help a lot with songwriting, I’m an active songwriter so I really enjoy the creative process as well. if you are interested in group tuition, let me know. I will look at renting a space. I will be setting up grade specific groups to help students learn in a different environment which would be useful for some. If you have any questions feel free to reach out and ask!

My name is Andy. I am a guitarist with fifteen years experience of gigging and performance, and a passion for helping people find their way into music with accessible, and enjoyable beginner lessons. What artist first made you first want to pick up the guitar? Which song do you day dream about playing? Some students find the pressure, and structure of exams and grades helpful and motivating - and some don't! All students learn differently, and my lessons will reflect those unique needs. What drives my lessons is an understanding of where the students find their joy in music - what got them interested? What are their passions? Rooting their learning in their own enjoyment of art creates the best musicians, and the best artists. As a musician myself I have performed in live bands for fifteen years. I am currently on tour as lead guitarist for Gemma Rogers band. In 2023 alone we played five shows at Glastonbury, supported Paulo Nutini at the Brighton Festival Series, played Secret Garden Party, and Minifest in Barcelona, as well as sold out London Headline shows at The Courtyard, and the Lexington. Alongside this, I play bass guitar for The Steady Letters - a indie punk group, and CaptainCaptain, a London based function band playing venues around Clapham and Wandsworth, as well as acoustic guitar for The Double Covers, a function duo playing acoustic blues and soul. This professional experience takes my lessons beyond the musical instruction, and allows me to offer an insight into the life of a touring musician. Whether for school, exams, or just for the simple, cathartic joy of it; I offer a professional, fun, and educational service, with music at it’s heart.

Carlos Morgado is an experienced guitarist, singer, producer, composer, music teacher and music mentor. During the last 20 years he has worked with numerous internationally recognised artists such as Luis Fonsi, Laura Pausini, Sergio Dalma, Miguel Bosé, David Summers, Bustamante, Edurne, Mitch Malloy, among others. He has taught at some of the most important music schools in Spain and currently continues his musical activity in London as a live and session musician and his online guitar school Masguitarra. He has been praised by guitarists such as Michael Thompson, Andy Timmons, Irwin Thomas and Pete Lesperance, among others. It is endorsed by brands such as James Tyler Guitars, Keeley Electronics, JHS Pedals, Wampler Pedals, Neunaber, Jam Pedals, Dr Z Amps, Alhambra Guitars, IK Multimedia, Mercuriall Audio Software, Guitar Pro, Hawk Picks among many others with whom he has worked throughout his career. Guitar and Music Specialised Trainings and Seminars: • The Nashville Number System (with Chas Williams and Jim Riley). • Guitar & Bass Set-up and Maintenance course (with Raul Rodriguez). • Electric Guitar course at 21st Century Music School (with Jaume Pla). • Acoustic and Electric Guitar at Ritmo & Compás School (with José de Castro “Jopi”). • Classic & Spanish Guitar at I.M.T (with Chema Vilchez). • Modern Harmony, Music Theory and Guitar Techniques Seminars (with Guthrie Govan, Brent Mason, Robben Ford, Johnny Hiland, John Petrucci, Steve Morse, Joe Satriani, Dough Aldrich, Paul Gilbert, Scott Henderson, Andy Timmons, Abe Laboriel, Nathan East, Carl Verheyen, Kiko Loureiro, Ludovico Vagnone, Francisco Simon, Pedro Andrea, Israel Sandoval, Javier Sánchez, Fredi Marugan and Oscar Pacho. Qualifications: BA (Hons) Prymary Teaching with Music Specialism.

If you are searching for guidance to learn or improve your guitar playing skills, you've come to the right place. With over 20 years of experience in the field, I offer personalised guitar lessons teaching the RSL Grades in Electric Acoustic Bass Guitar and Ukulele I have a comfortable Studio in Stoneleigh near Epsom and Tolworth just 5 minutes walk from Stoneleigh Station ( South West Trains) First time player(s) ? - you are especially welcome. Call me to find out more about the coaching prices and lesson times. Qualifications: RGT ALCM Performance Diploma, RGT DipLCM Teaching Diploma, RSL Electric Guitar Grade 7, RGT Grade 8 Electric and Acoustic Guitar, RSL Grade Debut Drums

Welcome to Kilburn Guitar Lessons! ​My name is Lewis and I am a professional guitarist, teacher, performer and composer with over 16 years playing experience. I enjoy teaching all abilities from advanced players with specialised goals, to absolute beginners. I plan my lessons to suit the student depending on what exactly it is that they want to achieve. The learning process will help students find new goals and ideas for what they want to learn next within music. Whether it’s learning your favourite songs as a hobby, or preparation for graded exams and a serious career path, lessons should always be fun. Outside of teaching I play and compose in various original groups and professional function bands. Past gigs with original projects include slots with Tears for Fears, John Etheridge, ABC and Bananarama. I currently work with music services around London including the Tri Borough Music Service and Rock Project Croydon. Before moving to London I worked with Services For Education in Birmingham. There I taught lessons in guitar, bass and whole class ukulele in multiple schools throughout the week. This work required me to really refine my lessons, planning and build the mental stamina to deliver valuable and appropriate lessons. ​ Services For Education In the summer of 2018 I taught instrument and band lessons at Camp Ballibay for the Performing Arts, Pennsylvania, USA (#1 arts camp in North America). Throughout my time there I was working with students of all backgrounds and abilities between the age of 8 and 16. I learnt to adapt my teaching approach to suit the needs of the individual. Leeds College Of Music From 2015 to 2018 I studied Jazz performance at Leeds College of Music. During this time I played in many different groups and projects; writing and performing a wide range of genres in addition to jazz, including rock, metal, pop, blues, folk and funk. The experience has enabled me to appreciate and understand how to play and teach a whole variety of music. If you have any questions at all please don’t hesitate to get touch! Qualifications: Leeds College of Music – BA HONS Degree in Jazz performance RGT – Grade 8 Electric Guitar ABRSM – Grade 5 Music Theory Annual Safeguarding training Enhanced DBS - renewed on the update service

My name is Nick Morgan and I am a professional Bassist based in Brixton, and working on London’s famous Denmark Street. Having started with the viola aged 8, I have since picked up a wealth of experience and knowledge – as well as other instruments – which I am keen to share. At age 13 I added the guitar and bass to my repertoire and joined a variety of different ensembles, including Orchestras, Concert Bands, Jazz Combos of various sizes, String Quartets and Popular Groups from Metal to Indie. I attended weekly rehearsals for each group, as well as taking any school-provided Music opportunities and quickly found Music was all I wanted to do, despite never planning it as a career option. However, thanks to these groups and courses, by the age of 18 I had played dozens of concerts throughout Europe and gained an understanding of what it takes to be a professional performer in almost any scenario or venue; further honed by my time at Goldsmiths, University of London, where I earned a BMus Music degree with Second-Class Honours. Thus, since then I have thrown myself into the world of Music. While at Goldsmiths I continued playing in the University Orchestra, as well as my own projects away from the world of classical music (available to view below) with a particular love of production and engineering appearing. I spent time working in such studios as the fantastic GMS at Goldsmiths, Snap Studios and recently Metropolis Studios, and eventually recording with artists such as Brandy Row, Robert Chaney and Oli Swan’s Dangerous Creatures. Today my primary group, Big Peyote, have our own studio as well as my own home facilities, and recording has become another skill that I am keen to share. In the modern music industry, it has become a necessity to be highly adaptable and possess a wide range of skills from recording and performing to effective self-promotion and networking. As an example of this myself – currently teaching, working as a session musician, writing and recording with a number of projects, and also working selling instruments on Denmark Street – I am able to not just teach you an instrument, but how to get yourself into this crazy industry! Music Qualifications & Achievements: Grade 8 Viola with Merit (ABRSM) Grade 8 Theory with Distinction (ABRSM) Grade 5 Bass with Distinction (Rockschool) GCSE Music – A* (Overall – 4 A*s 7 As 1 B) A Level Music Tech – A; Music – B; Maths B 2:1 BMus Degree from Goldsmiths, UoL Notable Performances: Royal Albert Hall; Palace of Milan with CMA Concert Band & Orchestra O2 Forum with LITTLEWING Long Road Festival with Robert Chaney Penn Festival with Big Peyote