The electric bass is a relatively young instrument. It originates from the 1930's when inventor Paul Tutmarc first conceived of putting the bass into a guitar like configuration. Since that time the electric bass has become an indispensable part of pop, rock, hip hop, and funk. Many electric bass pioneers like James Jamerson, Jaco Pastorius, Stanley Clark, and Bootsy Collins, have added techniques and methods of playing the instrument that today are common place.

Have you been thinking of taking bass lessons? If so you've come to the right place. The bass teachers you'll find here are educated, hard working, professional performers with an intimate knowledge of their craft. The bass is a fun instrument, but there's a lot to know, so it's good to have a teacher you know for sure is qualified.

If you're a beginning student, your teacher can cover subjects such as tuning the bass, right hand finger technique, and fretting notes with the left hand fingers.

For the intermediate level, topics such as playing songs, playing two octave scales, and reading music are likely to be taught.

Advanced students may want to explore techniques like slap bass, and playing artificial harmonics. Your teacher can help you study the styles and techniques of your favorite bassists as well, by working with recordings and transcriptions.

Whatever level you're currently at, the right instructor for you is waiting. If you'd like to find out more about clarinet lessons and how we work, please call us at 212-537-6746 or 800-417-4620.