Bass Lessons in Needham Heights, MA

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar

I'm a patient and easy going instructor. I take the time to get to know my students and tailor my lessons to each individual student. I have 17 years of experience playing guitar and 6 years of experience playing bass. My main genre(s) are classic rock, metal, progressive rock/metal, and blues. I am about to graduate Berklee Collage Of Music with a Bachelors degree in performance on 05/11/19, with my principle instrument being guitar. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Recorder Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am a patient and flexible teacher. I have extensive knowledge of theory and various techniques, but I make sure the student is learning what they want. I believe in teaching songs to introduce new skills. Through repertoire, the student can learn theory, ear training, technique and other fundamental skills. I have been playing guitar and bass since 2000 and started playing piano and ukulele in college in 2008. I specialize in jazz and improvisation, but I have studied and love all kinds of music like folk, reggae, classical, rock and blues. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching guitar lessons as a high school senior, and have enjoyed seeing others progress ever since. Among my one time students I can count a a former Boston Commissioner of Transportation! As a member of several prestigious Berklee programs including the BGJI, I've had the privilege to teach masterclasses in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, Spain and Colombia. Having studied with many teachers including jazz luminaries John Patitucci, Ben Street, Joe Lovano, Kenny Werner and Hal Crook, I've absorbed a multitude of techniques to help an individual student achieve his or her goals. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I believe that the guitar's vast array of possibilities keeps me on a perpetual path of discovery, constantly challenging me to innovate and refine my technique. This journey with the guitar is not just about performances; it's a lifelong commitment to the artistry of music, encouraging continual growth and exploration. For those willing to embark on a musical journey with me, I offer a unique perspective that focuses on unlocking individual potential and fostering a lifelong love for the guitar. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass

I'm a performing bassist and music educator with a strong background in jazz and classical music. I love to share my love of music with students and help them discover their own unique path. In 2022, I graduated from the Berklee College of Music with a degree in Performance after receiving the Jimmy Lyons full tuition scholarship. I've had the opportunity to study and play with great jazz musicians such as John Patitucci, Linda May Han Oh, Joe Lovano, and Danilo Perez, as well as perform at venues throughout Boston and the US such as Wallys Jazz Cafe, The Lilypad, Berklee Performance Center, Monterey Jazz Festival, and Dazzle Jazz Club. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have been playing music for over 30 years, starting with the drums at age 12, and then guitar at age 14. I attended Berklee College of Music and graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Professional Music in 1995. My main areas of focus while in college was jazz composition and performance. I have been teaching professionally since 1996, and have since picked up other instruments such as bass, piano, and alto sax. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Bass Guitar Music

I am a strong believer in listening before you play. When it comes to younger students this can be challenging, yet also rewarding. Younger students require a lot of demonstration as far as how to hold and position your fingers. It is a lot of muscle memory, and most new students need proper technique to get them to enjoy their instrument. I find this takes patients. For more advanced students I would get into music theory, improvising/experimentation, ear training, and composition. Read More