Find a bass guitar instructor in San Jose, CA

Find bass guitar instructors in San Jose, CA

Find bass guitar instructors in San Jose, CA

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Find bass guitar instructors in San Jose, CA

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Top 10 bass guitar instructors in San Jose, CA

Students agree: these San Jose bass guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
San Jose School Of Music

San Jose School Of Music

New on Lessons
Offers online services
8 hires on Lessons
20+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
One of San Jose's largest music school with hundreds of students attending every week. Four time winner of the "Best Music Class" category from the readers of Bay Area Parent magazine. Students drive from as far away as Gilroy and from up the Peninsula to take lessons here. We offer lessons for ages 4 to adult. When you are searching for a music school, please consider the benefits of becoming an San Jose School Of Music student and find out why we are San Jose’s number one choice for music lessons. 11 benefits of becoming an Academy student: 1. We are the only school in the Willow Glen area of San Jose that offers all of these popular i...
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5.0(1)
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
26+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
Milo Y. says, "Mike Finley is among the most genuine people I've ever met, and as far as musical knowledge, awareness, taste, and pedagogy, he is at the top. Capable of playing some of the most technical material available on the guitar, the bass, and the drums, and able to instruct on the piano, Mike's dynamism in musical instruction has become irreplaceable to me. His catalog of both teaching material (music theory, technique, etc.) and discography is deeper and broader than anyone I know, and his awareness of the student's shortcomings and accomplishments is keen. His generative ability for exercises and studies to round out the skills of his students is truly uncanny, and all the work he gives is certain to improve the musicianship of his students. I have no doubt that Mike can take any student to their musical peak, provided they do the work. Working with him over the past year has been incredibly fulfilling and may be the most important endeavor I've yet undertaken. Beyond being just a great music teacher, Mike Finley is good person, who is smart, nurturing, understanding, thoughtful, funny, attentive and generous, and his constitution of character may well eclipse his virtuosity and pedagogy, both of which are par excellence. If you are looking to learn music seriously, there is nobody I would recommend more than Mike Finley." Read more
Sedat's Music Lessons

Sedat's Music Lessons

5.0(1)
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
13+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
Armand N. says, "Sedat has been a great instructor. His lessons are fun and informative. I've played for over 5 years and after a few weeks of lessons from Sedat, I can see exciting improvement in my playing. He's great!" Read more
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

4.8Excellent(6)
Offers online services
8 hires on Lessons
8+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
Jason D. says, "As an adult taking Bass Guitar lessons, I appreciate Ben's patience and methodical process to teach the Bass Guitar. He has an excellent set up to show students how to maintain their instrument (string replacement, tuning, etc). Ben takes time to explain how the instrument is built and works. He works with you to find and achieve goals in your learning experience. Not only does he provide guidance he is an excellent musician and will demonstrate various techniques and music styles (jazz to speed metal). I highly recommend Ben for any lessons on Bass, Guitar, or Ukulele." Read more
MusicEmbryo

MusicEmbryo

New on Lessons
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
17+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
You get a personalized experience learning your instrument. Experience that evolves into the best version of your performance. Watching students become happy artists that can express themselves the way they want to through music.
ERock School

ERock School

New on Lessons
Offers online services
11+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
I'ts Not What You Play, It's How You Play Practice to a Metronome Set Goals Grade Your Performance

Your Bass Guitar Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

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 San Jose bass guitar instructors

Recent success stories from people in the San Jose area.
Tom M.
In the course of a year Ben has introduced me to a variety of ukulele playing techniques (strumming patterns, fingering, muting, hammer-ons, hammer-offs, overtones, slides, pinching etc.) some of which I've been able to learn and execute with some proficiency. He's also taught me how to look at sheet music and puzzle out for myself fingering for melodies and chord fragments based on the chord structures to which these melodies and chord fragments are associated. In this time I've gone from being a nearly 60-year old complete beginner to being someone able to competently play melody and/or chord lines for the following songs "Fly Me to the Moon", "Walk Don't Run", "Sounds of Silence", "Kawika", "The Entertainer", "Hide Away", "Crazy", "Sweet Lelani", "Tears on My Pillow", "Behind Blue Eyes" "Breakdown", "Killing Me Softly" "White Christmas", "Mele Kalikimaka" "Vietnam", and some others.
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons
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