Find a bass guitar instructor in San Jose, CA

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.
Bruce Music Studio

Bruce Music Studio

New on Lessons.com
9+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Welcome to Bruce Li! Based in Daly City, CA, I offer specialized violin, music theory, and audio production lessons tailored to your unique strengths and aspirations. With a one-on-one approach, I ensure a personalized curriculum that not only hones your technical skills but also enriches your overall musicality. Whether you're a beginner eager to start your musical journey or an advanced student looking to refine your craft, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Let's create beautiful music together!
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

4.8Excellent(6)
8 hires on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
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
Steve Gray Teaches Guitar, Bass, Piano, Voice, And Pro Tools

Steve Gray Teaches Guitar, Bass, Piano, Voice, And Pro Tools

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons.com
44+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Greg S. says, "Steve is personable and knowledgeable. He is patient and persistent. He has gone the extra mile by making lesson videos for me when it was obvious that this was the best way for me to learn. " Read more
Northside Center For Creative Arts

Northside Center For Creative Arts

New on Lessons.com
30+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Improvisation rhythym harmony
Hesterian Records & Publishing Co.

Hesterian Records & Publishing Co.

New on Lessons.com
1 hire on Lessons.com
44+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
We create and instruct jazz, European classical, interdiciplinary arts collaboration, and World music performances - as well as a full array of premeditated, spontaneous and electroacoustic composition. Creativity and collaboration. I am a professor of music at UCSC and former Director of Jazz Studies at Cornell University. For more complete information and links to my creative work please visit my website - http://karltonhester.com
Starr Bass Services

Starr Bass Services

New on Lessons.com
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
I will teach you the basic fundamentals of playing the bass guitar. We will learn where the notes are on the neck and how to use them. If you are more advanced and maybe trying to learn songs for your band, I can help with that as well. I specialize in many funk techniques of Bass playing, which I will share with you. I do not teach music theory if you’re looking for that though. I’ve been playing bass guitar for over 40 years and have played with many bands myself. If you would like to learn with me, I’m your guy. I used to teach years ago at Music Unlimited in Dublin, California. I know times are tough so I am starting my lessons at $50 for
Orange Music Studio

Orange Music Studio

5.0(4)
2 hires on Lessons.com
21+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Amit C. says, "My son went to Orange Music Studio for a year until we moved. He took Guitar lessons from Juliana and really loved the lessons. He was able to attend the annual recital at the music school, and me and my wife were very happy with our son's performance. Orange Music studio is very well organized and there is so much happening there that we felt tempted to try out different activities. Overall I highly recommend Juliana for Guitar lessons and also Orange Music Studio." Read more
Broadbandguitar.com

Broadbandguitar.com

New on Lessons.com
Top Pro
10+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
We offer one-on-one lessons from professional musicians.
The Tomato Farm

The Tomato Farm

New on Lessons.com
24+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
I have been teaching bass and guitar for 30 + years starting at Swain's House of Music in downtown Palo Alto, Gryphon Strings, Castro Valley School of Music and the The Community School of Music and Art in Mountain View. I have a studio in in Mountain View, can teach virtually or even housecalls. I am well suited to beginners as well as the experienced player looking for a kick. Ideally, I like to focus on the fundamentals. Proper technique, fingerboard knowledge, reading. Theory is also very prominent. I love to explore different genres with students, helping them be well rounded. I lean towards the blues as a foundation, but I can also pla
Maca

Maca

New on Lessons.com
2+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
My name is Macario My band mates and colleagues like to call me Maca. I've been playing guitar for almost 20 years, and have been playing music since I was a child. I started out on tuba/piano, rehearsing and playing in ensembles, and branched out to guitar when I was in highschool. With a laid back vibe and decent music theory knowledge and experience playing various groups, I hope to make this experience as painless and easy going as possible.

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 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
Shruti P.
Orange Music Studio was definitely one of the highlights of my high school career! I took lessons from Gala Yaroshevsky for roughly two years and she was one of the most passionate and influential teachers I've had in my life. She has the ability to go far beyond just teaching the notes and techniques and makes music such an immersive, enjoyable, and unique experience for her students. She guided me through the Advanced level of the Certificate of Merit and both the Flute Choirs and Philharmonic Orchestra of the San Jose Youth Symphony. It would not have been the same with anyone else!
Orange Music Studio
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