Find a bass guitar instructor in Sunnyvale, CA

Find bass guitar instructors in Sunnyvale, CA

Find bass guitar instructors in Sunnyvale, CA

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Find bass guitar instructors in Sunnyvale, CA

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Top 10 bass guitar instructors in Sunnyvale, CA

Students agree: these Sunnyvale bass guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

4.8Excellent(6)
Offers online services
8 hires on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, 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
Fat Hat Music

Fat Hat Music

New on Lessons
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
15+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, CA
All of my students develop all the skills necessary to not only be an excellent guitarist, but a stellar musician.
Steve Gray Teaches Guitar, Bass, Piano, Voice, And Pro Tools

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

5.0(1)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
42+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, CA
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
Ed Johnson Guitar/Novo Tempo Productions

Ed Johnson Guitar/Novo Tempo Productions

5.0(4)
Offers online services
34+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, CA
Brandon S. says, "I took both guitar and singing lessons from Ed on and off for a number of years, both in person and remotely. I was an intermediate/advanced guitarist and a beginner/intermediate singer when I started lessons with him. I have had guitar or voice teachers here and there over the years, but Ed has been the most effective for me by far. I am most impressed with how quickly and easily Ed is able to zero in on very specific areas that need to be worked on to improve. He then always seems to have a useful practice technique to address the issue. This effectiveness combined with his easy going and laid back personality make lessons with him an absolute pleasure." Read more
Sedat's Music Lessons

Sedat's Music Lessons

5.0(1)
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
14+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, 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
J ACE J Music Inc.

J ACE J Music Inc.

New on Lessons
Offers online services
20+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, CA
I have been teaching guitar, voice, piano, drums, violin, bass, uke, and the recording arts since 1998. I am primarily a guitar and voice teacher. I have taught probably over a thousand students in that time. I love music and know a lot. I actually get enjoyment out of my students playing well. I have 2 kids of my own and they are musicians also. Music focuses on the best parts of our society.
Chris Lee Guitar Instruction

Chris Lee Guitar Instruction

5.0(1)
Offers online services
24+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, CA
Elias R. says, "I’ve been a student of Chris’s for going on 2 years! When I first started off with Chris I had very little understanding of lead guitar and a lot of rhythm guitar. Now I have a much better grasp on the concepts of lead and rhythm guitar. Over the last 2 years I’ve been able to learn loads of songs from my favorite guitarists like Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, and John Mayer. Not only has he taught me how to play their material, he has also taught me the techniques they use and how to apply them to my own style of playing. Without a doubt Chris knows his material and can play literally everything. He’s given me plenty of tools to become a successful guitarist and he’s taught me that in order to become a good guitarist you have to be willing to put in the work! Chris has also been very flexible over the last few years with my work and school schedule which has really helped me fit my passion for guitar into my normal busy life. You won’t regret having him as a teacher. The lessons are awesome especially if you ask a lot of questions and present him with the type of music you want to learn! " Read more
MusicEmbryo

MusicEmbryo

New on Lessons
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
18+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, 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.
Bass And Ukulele Lessons

Bass And Ukulele Lessons

New on Lessons
34+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, CA
I am a graduate of the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles and have been a professional recording performing and teaching musician all of my adult life. I have played and recorded with countless artists and perform regularly with many different bands and artists including, David Martin’s House Party, Lara Price, The Urban Outlaws, David Landon, RB3, Pam Hawkins, Wanted, and many more. I teach rock, metal, funk, slap, R & B, jazz, blues, country, pop, modern rock, and thrash bass styles with an emphasis on music theory, fingerboard harmony, basic chord charts, tablature, notation, beginning to advanced theory and fundamentals and technique. I...
Willow Glen Music School

Willow Glen Music School

New on Lessons
Offers online services
15+ years in business
Serves Sunnyvale, CA
Our studio excels at helping students learn QUICKLY and EASILY. We do not teach music like an academic subject... We teach in such a way that I help students FEEL the music, not THINK the music. We LOVE working with beginners of all ages. Our instructors are caring individuals that want to help you with your music goals. WillowGlenMusicSchool.com

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 Sunnyvale bass guitar instructors

Recent success stories from people in the Sunnyvale 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
Francesco D.
Ed is super friendly, calm, and very knowledgeable. He knows how to tailor lessons to my skill level and interests, and I've made great progress in my singing and guitar playing over the past few years. You can tell how much he loves music, and he truly seems to enjoy sharing the gift of music with me. I always feel comfortable making mistakes given how supportive and encouraging he is. I'm really glad I've got Ed as a teacher!
Ed Johnson Guitar/Novo Tempo Productions
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