Bass guitarist

& tutor

  • "I've been loving my lessons with Dan, he's flexible, patient and super attentive. I feel myself getting better every week!" - Harvey

  • "I've really enjoyed my bass lessons with Dan. He was very accommodating and adapted the lessons to my level and my needs. Dan is clearly passionate about his instrument and keen to pass it on to his students. I would warmly recommend booking lessons with him!" - Hind

  • "I would absolutely recommend Dan as a bass teacher. He's knowledgeable and adapts his lesson plans to suit my interests. I feel like I've improved a lot in a short space of time thanks to his tutoring" - Tom

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Tuition &

Services

Based in Brighton, I have a music studio where I teach privately (easily accessible and with parking). I am also available for online tutoring and home visits. My professional equipment is provided at all lessons. My services include the following:

  • Bass guitar tuition

  • Grades: I use the Trinity or Rockschool syllabus to help students work through the grades and earn professional music qualifications.

  • Music Theory tuition

  • Acoustic Guitar tuition

  • Ukulele: perfect for kids or beginners to music, can be taught in groups too.

  • Bass Guitar set-ups: If your instrument suffers from fret-buzz, high action or intonation issues you may require technical adjustments to improve playability.

My teaching method is to get students playing straight away and enjoying their instrument', whilst building a solid foundational technique. Then by applying theoretical knowledge, I provide students with the skills to learn songs independently and enable their ability to form their own creative ideas, encouraging students to use their intuition, creativity and ears. I design structured practice routines to help students develop between lessons and provide sheet music and song examples based on each student's taste. I teach all aspects of bass playing, from finger, pick and slap techniques, fretboard knowledge, ear training, improvisation, theory, sight-reading, and a broad range of styles.

If you want to play to a professional standard or just have fun and learn your favourite songs...

Rates

(Based off the Musicians Union recommended rates)

  • 1 - 1 lesson tailored to your ability and goals: £40

    Add £5 for home visits.

  • 5 lessons at a discounted price: £170

    Add £20 for home visits.

  • 7-week courses (see above): £250

    Add £25 for home visits.

    Each course comes with a handbook of exercises with notation, tabs and a playlist.

  • 1-1 Lessons taken place online via Zoom: £35

    Block-bookings (5 lessons): £150

    Courses: £225

  • £35

    Adjustments and maintenance of the bass to improve playability, intonation, action, and tone.

Cancellation Policy:

If you need to cancel a lesson, please contact me 48 hours prior or the charge for the lesson will remain.

I offer unique 7-week courses to help students focus on and master a specific area. All courses come with a handbook of exercises with notation, tabs and a playlist.

Courses

  • An introduction to the fundamentals of bass guitar technique; this lays the foundation for effortless and efficient playing. Not just for beginners; this course is essential for anyone serious about their instrument; even professionals benefit from revisiting the basics.

  • Designed to build your vocabulary of the fretboard. Using patterns and shapes - these lessons will guide you towards having freedom over your instrument.

  • Explore the modes of the major scale: Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian & Locrian.

    Demystify how these ancient Greek modes are used and understand how they determine the mood of a piece of music.

  • Use your ears to figure out bass parts, and learn the basis of improvisation. Starting with Pop and Rock, we’ll work out songs by ear, then move on to Jazz and walking bass - we’ll break down how these lines are created (improvised) and write our own.

BIO

I started playing the bass guitar when I was nine years old. Throughout my early musical development, I played in bands broadening many genres, playing professional gigs and worked through the grades. I now have a BA in professional musicianship, a PGCE in further education and a plethora of real-world experience: from touring internationally to performing live at the BBC's Maida Vale studios. I am also a Songwriter whose songs have been played on BBC Radio 1 and used for TV syncs.

  • PGCE in Further Education

  • Bachelor of Arts in professional musicianship, 2016

  • BTech Diploma in Bass Guitar: distinction, 2013Advanced DBS certificate

  • Member of Thyla and Love For The Peaches: extensive music industry experience including international touring (SXSW), Maida Vale live session for Radio 1 and debut album released by EasyLife records.

  • Tour supports include Slaves, Sleeper, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever and UK festival appearances at the Isle of Wight, Lake Fest, The Great Escape, YNot…

  • Professional songwriter - played on BBC Radio 1, experience with TV syncs including Made in Chelsea.

  • Experienced vocalist 

Qualifications and experience 

I am also available as a session bass player. Whether you need a bassist for live shows or in the studio, I offer professional services to suit your needs. I have a varied choice of equipment and over a decade of experience.

CONTACT

17 Basin Road North, Portslade, Brighton, BN41 1WA