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George Howle - Bass teacher
George Howle
Bassflat 7, 27-31 Anson Rd, Manchester M14 5BZ, UK6.5 km
£15.00
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I began teaching guitar at the age of 18, just before going to study at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. I honed my teaching skills whilst still a student myself and have since had many pupils, from children…

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David Bicarregui - Bass teacher
David Bicarregui
BassEston St, Manchester M13 0FF, UK6.8 km
£12.50
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Hi! I’m a student at the Royal Northern College of Music studying singing and composition. I have a very flexible teaching style, I know all too well how important it is that your teacher is adapting to the way that you…

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Lukas Hall - Bass teacher
Lukas Hall
BassManchester, UK9.4 km
£20
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Hello, My Name is Lukas Hall. I am an electric/ upright and synth bass player currently based in Manchester and now offering online lessons. I have experience in many different genres. I play anything from rock to funk…

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Charlie Powell - Bass teacher
Charlie Powell
BassJoiner Street 001 Joiner Street, 001 Manchester England M4 1PH United Kingdom9.9 km
£24.95
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Hi I’m Charlie! I teach piano, guitar, bass and ukulele and have counted to over 10,000 hours of music lessons throughout my career. After obtaining my music degree (BMus Hons) in 2014, I began teaching music in…

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Dave Speakman - Bass teacher
Dave Speakman
BassHale Barnes Altrincham WA15 0HE United Kingdom11.5 km
£19.50
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Qualifications: BA (Hons) Popular Music & Recording, Grade 8 Guitar, Diploma in Advanced Studio Techniques & Mastering

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Anthem Music School - Bass teacher
Anthem Music School
Bass193 Monton Road Monton Greater Manchester M30 9PN United Kingdom15.8 km
£15.75
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Qualifications:

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Tim Sparks - Bass teacher
Tim Sparks
BassMacclesfield, UK16.8 km
£21
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Based in Macclesfield, I teach all forms of guitar and ukulele, for adults and young people from school year 4 and up. I've been playing music since 1992‚ starting on the piano and trumpet, and moving on to guitars of…

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About Bass lessons in Stockport

Discover local bass tutors in Stockport for technique, sight-reading and band coaching.

Lesson formats

Stockport teachers often teach at home studios or online.

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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

Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.

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 Stockport

Can I take online lessons from Stockport teachers?

Yes — many teachers offer remote tuition and flexible scheduling.

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.