Bass Lessons in Westlake Village, CA

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

My teaching experience dates back to when I was obtaining my Masters of Music Performance degree at the University of Colorado. There I served as a teaching assistant to my bass professor teaching private lesson in both upright and electric bass to undergraduate students. I also had to coach bass sectionals to the bass major students, focusing heavily on major orchestral repertoire and going into the detail of the minutiae. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

For beginning students I like to get them to have proper technique when it comes to the right and left hand placement on the bass. I also like them to get familiar with a sense of time so I use a metronome and teach them about how the beat works along with playing the notes on the bass. For intermediate students I gauge their knowledge of music theory such as scales and arpeggios and work on those along with tackling songs that they might want to play. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer Accordion Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Music lessons should be fun and engaging. My goal is to spark my students inspiration and creativity. It is important that each student progresses at their own pace and I patiently track a students growth to ensure that they are getting the most out of their lessons. Deep listening and acknowledging accomplishments encourage students growth. I assign materials that will encourage the students' daily practice and foster and enjoyment of playing music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Double Bass Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

When a student has got the basics down, I will begin to teach them songs of their choosing and recommend songs to learn. For more intermediate to advanced students, I will find their passion and see what they want to play. I will work to inspire them and get them to perform as much as possible. I understand that everyone learns differently, so I will make each student their own unique lesson plan in order to maximize learning. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Because of this platform, I am now confidentially able to fully commit to my students' success as well as keep on top of any and all professional commitments. Having taken music lessons before myself and not liking it, I have come to realize that music is only fun when one is able to learn what they want to learn. This is important to understand because often times, its the strongest factor and motivator most people have when starting to pursue music. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar

In my experience as a teacher, I have worked on a personal level with my students encouraging regular practice. It's important to get to know the student and keep track of their evolution. I notice that the students who advance the most are the ones who experience playing with other people. Possibly one of the best ways to learn music is being in a band. I encourage my students to have projects like this because it helps them understand quickly what music is all about. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I tailor lesson plans based on your musical background, if any, and your goals. I think of lessons as collaborative, working together to figure out what works best for you. I studied academically, and I also grew up playing in punk bands in basements, so I can offer advice and exercises from multiple perspectives. I use both approaches to music fluidly in my life and I think the way people relate to music is totally personal. Read More