Electric Bass Guitar Lessons

Our electric bass guitar instructors teach rock, jazz, blues, metal, and country styles. Beginners work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Lessons present new technical challenges or theory concepts, and include something fun, such as your favorite riff or song. We employ a variety of bass method books based on student needs and preferences, and encourage students to bring smartphones or CDs to their lessons to learn their favorite tunes.

What’s the #1 reason to study electric bass guitar at the Academy?

Our electric bass guitar instructors are warm and friendly, and get to know each student and parent on a personal level. We work with you to craft a lesson plan that fits your individual needs and the student's favorite type of music. Whether you're playing in local bands, a seven- year-old taking his first lesson, or a fifty-year-old returning to electric bass guitar after many years, we’ll set goals to achieve your musical aspirations.

‍‍What styles of electric bass guitar do you teach?

We teach all styles, from rock, pop, jazz, and blues to metal, and country bass – on electric basses.

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What will I learn from electric bass guitar lessons at the Academy?

Beginner bass students can expect to work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Our instructors balance musicianship and fun by making sure that lessons present new technical challenges or theory concepts, and include something fun, such as your favorite riff or song. We use a variety of bass method books and encourage students to bring a smartphone or tablet to their lessons to learn their favorite tunes.

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Do I need to purchase or rent an electric bass guitar to learn the instrument?

Yes, to take lessons and to practice at home, you will need an electric bass guitar.  Feel free to ask us if you need suggestions for stores to visit.