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Bass lessons in York
Learn electric bass with a local York teacher — in person or online.
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Hello! My name is Wayne and I’ve played guitar for about 20 years, am a registered guitar tutor with the London College of Music, University of West London and a Grade 8 guitarist. I’ve gigged extensively around London over the past 10 years and also play bass and drums, though primarily focus on guitar. I’m also fully DBS checked and a registered tutor with firsttutors.com. I’ve been in many bands, some good, some bad, some extremely. I’m currently in a rock band called Zedi Forder, who you can check out on Spotify, YouTube and bandcamp. If you’re a beginner who’s stuck in a rut and doesn’t know how to progress or understand that video you’re watching on YouTube, then save yourself time and learn from someone who’s been there! Having fun whilst playing is imperative to stay motivated, so I aim to structure lessons around what you want to learn or a style you aspire to. However if you want to let me guide you, I’m more than happy to do choose a path that I think will work best for you. I look forward to hearing from you! Qualifications: RGT Grade 8 Electric Guitar, RGT Grade 8 Rock Guitar, RGT Grade 8 Acoustic Guitar
Qualifications: BA (hons) Contemporary and Popular Music - University of Newcastle, Grade 8 Electric Guitar - Rockschool, Grade 8 Piano - ABRSM
About Bass lessons in York
Find bass teachers in York for groove, technique and ensemble coaching — lessons for all levels.
York teachers teach in studios and 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.
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 York
Yes — search profiles by style and experience.
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.