Find a bass guitar instructor in Manhattan Beach, CA

Find bass guitar instructors in Manhattan Beach, CA

Find bass guitar instructors in Manhattan Beach, CA

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Top 10 bass guitar instructors in Manhattan Beach, CA

Students agree: these Manhattan Beach bass guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Cornerstone Music Conservatory

Cornerstone Music Conservatory

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
56+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
F T. says, "Commitment to quality music of all genres, including Classical, which is my focus. Well-organized business that makes scheduling simple. Reception staff is exceptional. Director of the school is most experienced in the area, and infuses dedication in all the students. My piano instructor is superbly qualified and has been a gem to work with. A place where I trusted my children's music education from their small childhood through high school." Read more
Peaceland Music

Peaceland Music

5.0(2)
10 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
Harley M. says, " Great prices, and the teachers are awesome and patient. Great place!!" Read more
Richman Music School

Richman Music School

5.0(4)
Top Pro
9 hires on Lessons.com
51+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
J. Z. says, "Great follow-through from the school, who set us up with a terrific violin instructor. First-rate experience all the way around." Read more
Next Note Music

Next Note Music

5.0(4)
Top Pro
22+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA
Tim says, "Next Note Muisc has been and is a great guitar, bass, uke, Trumpet teacher to both my son, daughter and I. They are extremely knowledgeable when it comes to all kinds of string instruments. They work hard to make schedules work and have always been flexible and understanding. They relate to us very well and enjoys tailoring lessons around our goals. One week they may be playing the uke then the next guitar. It can be difficult and nerve racking finding a teacher you are comfortable inviting into you home. Finding Next Note Music was a good thing and I have never had concerns once we had our first lesson." Read more
Malicea Music School

Malicea Music School

New on Lessons.com
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA
College educated with over 20yrs experience in playing guitar across a variety of genres and playing styles. Also have 4yrs experience with working and teaching children and adults. My goal is to uplift kids, give them structure, confidence and give them and outlet to explore their creativity and imagination through music.
Superior Sounds Music

Superior Sounds Music

New on Lessons.com
4+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
Superior Sounds Music is a small self-run music lessons/development studio located in Santa Monica, California. Founder Andrew Johnson teaches private music lessons on guitar, bass, ukulele, piano, drum set, violin, viola, cello, vocals and music theory to learners of all ages. He also develops musical artists/groups by coaching and management. You can find out more at www.superiorsoundsmusic.com.
NINE20SIXTY RECORDS

NINE20SIXTY RECORDS

New on Lessons.com
8+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
ONE STOP ENTERTAINMENT SHOP
Bray Ghiglia Music

Bray Ghiglia Music

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
46+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
I have been inspiring students to feel the joy of making music for decades. I have a Degree in film Scoring and I curently teach Strings, Ukulele and Band at Ocean Charter School. I toured with former Eagle, Randy Meisner for four years playing Guitar, Flute Sax and Keyboards.
Chris Harris

Chris Harris

5.0(1)
6+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
Pasha A. says, "Chris is very patient and attentive. I already learned so much in a short amount of time. As a novice and without any musical background, he made me very at ease uncomfortable since day one. 100% recommend!" Read more
Elite Musique

Elite Musique

New on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
Elite Musique is a classical music education company that provides students with opportunities to help showcase them when the college application process begins. All students are classically trained, but choose which genres of music to focus on. All of our teachers are college educated and are not only masters of music, but masters of education as well. Our teachers and students are encouraged to think outside of the box. Their goal is to create their own unique musical signature....

Your Bass Guitar Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do bass guitar lessons cost near me?

Bass guitar lessons cost $35 to $70 for sessions from 30 to 60 minutes long. Private classes have prices between $45 to $70 per hour to give you that personalized edge. Cheaper group lessons are $25 to $35 per session but give you less personal feedback.

  • Online lessons cost $35 to $55 per hour for remote learning at home.
  • Most monthly subscriptions for ongoing lessons range from $170 to $315.

Are bass guitar lessons worth it?

Bass guitar lessons are worth it to master those frets faster so that you can get confident enough to play for others.

A bass guitar teacher understands how to help you:

  • Focus on rhythm to set a solid foundation for other instruments in a band
  • Put less emphasis on chords and more on single notes and scales
  • Master your key genres like jazz, rock, pop, and funk

What age is good to start bass guitar lessons?

You can start bass guitar lessons for kids from the ages of 6 to 10 years old or whenever they can hold the instrument with enough hand strength to press on the strings. Any age is good for adults to start bass guitar with the right assistance and regular practice.

How many bass guitar lessons do I need?

The number of bass guitar lessons you need varies a lot according to what you want to achieve and how hard you practice. You could expect to play a simple song after 2 to 6 months. However, mastering the guitar professionally typically takes 4 to 10 years.

How do I find the best bass guitar lessons near me?

To find the best bass guitar lessons for you, look at the list of teachers nearby on the Lessons website. You might also find guitar lessons at local music stores.

Before choosing a guitar teacher, remember to:

  • Compare prices from 3 different teachers and ask what their lessons cover.
  • Look at what people have said about them on Google and Lessons.
  • Request a list of other students they've taught to check their experience.
  • Ask other parents how their children feel about the teacher.
  • Ensure you have a written schedule and agreement before the first lesson.
  • Pay in small amounts at first to make sure the teacher is right for you before committing to a full month.

What questions do I ask when choosing a bass guitar teacher?

To ensure you choose the best guitar teacher, consider asking these questions:

  • What's your educational background in music?
  • How many years of experience do you have in teaching bass guitar?
  • Do you offer a complimentary initial lesson?
  • What are the typical ages of your students?
  • Which model of bass guitar is best for my practice?
  • Do you know where I can rent equipment?
  • Will you assign finger workout exercises as homework?
  • How frequently should I practice on my own?
  • Which textbooks do I need?
  • How many genres of guitar music can you teach?
  • Can you modify your teaching approach if I'm finding it hard to grasp?
  • What items should I bring to each lesson, and how long does it last?
  • Can I have a written copy of our schedule, contract, and payment details?
  • What is your policy if I have to cancel a lesson suddenly?
  • Can I incorporate my favorite songs into the learning process?

Reviews for Manhattan Beach bass guitar instructors

Recent success stories from people in the Manhattan Beach area.
Donna Y.
I learned so much today.
Peaceland Music
Aritina L.
Within ONE lesson, Howard could pinpoint EXACTLY what my trouble areas are, and not only is he able to articulate a very clear plan for dealing with those, but he has also helped me with the burdening amount of pain that plagues my joints and muscles when I play something technically demanding! Furthermore, he is very focused, understanding, knowledgeable and gentle! After having many verbally.... difficult teachers whose teaching involved quite a bit of negative reinforcement, it is an absolute pleasure and an eye opening experience to have a patient, understanding teacher. Some people may learn quite well in that fashion, and there was a period of time when I actually believed, or rather was brainwashed into thinking that being verbally berated would serve as motivation. But now I see quite clearly that is not the case: I learn a lot better and I am more motivated to practice when I find it a pleasure to go to my piano lessons! Thank you, Howard for all your dedication, patience and knowledge!
Richman Music School
John
Dan is an amazing teacher and all around awesome guy. I started with Dan about 3 years ago thinking that there is no way I could learn how to play the electric guitar at the age of 40?! I'm so happy to report that I now can play so many of the songs I love and consider myself an intermediate player. Dan is super patient and totally open to trying new songs, even some of my depressing Joy Division favorites. Oh and talk about patience....he also teaches my daughter and her friend acoustic guitar and has to teach them One Direction and Bieber songs. Now that's patience! Highly, highly recommended.
Next Note Music
Araceli G.
El es excepcional !! Trabaja con mucho respeto y empatía con mis hijas. Ellas están entusiasmadas de volver a su siguiente clase.
Easy Guitar
Spenser H.
Awesome guitar teacher! Super talented player, knowledgeable about all styles and knows the roots of the music well. Definitely recommend Andre!
Andre Guitar Lessons
Laura D.
As an adult who had never played a musical instrument in my life, I was pretty nervous walking in to my first lesson. Eddie has a kind and easy way about him, and he talked me through my anxieties. After my first lesson, I felt at ease and confident that he would help me reach my goals. I've now been working with him for over 2 months and I've already made so much progress with his guidance. He's very patient with me, and is very skilled in his ways of helping me through obstacles. Not only is he very knowledgeable, his passion for music and teaching is palpable. I have found that lessons with him are fun and catered to my own musical preferences and needs. I would definitely recommend Eddie to anyone hoping to learn a musical instrument.
Worldness Music
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