bass Lessons

Looking for bass guitar lessons in Bayside? Whether you’re picking up bass for the first time or looking to refine your grooves, Middle C Music Academy offers expert, personalised bass guitar instruction for students of all ages and levels.

Are you looking for bass guitar lessons in Bayside? Middle C Music Academy provides professional, individualised bass guitar instruction for students of all ages and skill levels, regardless of whether they are learning to play the instrument for the first time or wanting to improve their grooves.

The bass is the heartbeat of every band, laying down rhythm, harmony, and energy. Learning bass guitar improves your timing and coordination, fortifies your musical foundation, and equips you with the ability to record music, play in a band, or just jam for fun.

Why Choose Our bass Lessons?

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  • At MCMA, our bass teachers are dedicated, highly trained musicians and performers who bring years of industry and teaching experience into every lesson. They focus on developing healthy technique, musical expression, and confidence, ensuring every student feels supported, motivated, and inspired.

  • At MCMA, we support personalised lesson plans that are tailored to your unique objectives and musical preferences. We tailor our lessons to meet your specific needs, whether you're interested in rock, blues, jazz, or classical music, want to learn a song, or want to get more technical.

  • Our cutting-edge classrooms are made to support a bass player's success. With comfortable learning areas, top-notch sound equipment, and acoustically treated rooms, students can explore their instruments in a nurturing setting. Our open stage-style spaces are ideal for band and group programs.

Benefits of Learning Bass Guitar

Like learning any other musical instrument, learning to play bass guitar offers benefits that extend far beyond just musical technique. Whether you're working on building your confidence, preparing for live performances, or just discovering your passion for guitar, bass playing enhances musical understanding, expression, and personal growth.

Play in a Band Quicker - There is always a need for bassists! You can begin performing live, joining bands, and jamming with others more quickly than you might imagine if you have a strong core skill set built on a foundation of playing bass guitar!

Enhances Rhythm and Listening Capabilities - Bass players need to lock in with their drummer and listen closely to the whole band all at once. This dynamic helps build skills like timing, precision, and musical intuition and feel.

Develop Self-Control - It takes commitment and practice to learn the bass guitar, which aids in the development of important abilities like perseverance, patience, and focus.

Types of bass Lessons We Offer

Middle C Music Academy offers bass lessons for students of all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced bassists preparing for auditions, performances, or professional performances.

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  • Our beginner-friendly Bayside bass lessons will teach you the fundamentals if you're just getting started. We want you to start performing a song as soon as you can. Learn how to play basic notes, tune your bass, and hold your bass guitar.

  • Our intermediate bass lessons in Bayside concentrate on developing musicality, groove, and technique so that students start to build off their new confidence and become more independent.

  • Elevate your bass playing to a professional level with comprehensive instruction designed to build advanced technical proficiency and musicality. Acquire advanced skills in improvisation, scales, slap bass, fingerstyle, and locking in with your drummer.

  • Playing your favourite songs is one of the most enjoyable parts of learning the bass guitar. This is precisely what we can assist you with! Depending on your level of proficiency, our teachers can tailor your lesson to help you learn that particular song.

Ready to Start Your Guitar Journey?

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Bass private lessons 1/2 Hour - term bookings

$45 per lesson

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bass private lessons 1Hour - term bookings

$81 per lesson

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bass One-off single lessons

$50 PER 1/2 HOUR

$90 PER HOUR

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FAQs

  • No experience is required at all to learn bass at MCMA. Our bass lessons are suitable for complete beginners, and we start with the fundamentals like holding the instrument, tuning, basic notes, and rhythm so you can begin playing songs as quickly as possible.

  • We offer bass guitar lessons for students of all ages, from children and teens to adults. Lessons are tailored to suit each student’s age, ability level, and learning style, so come as you are!

  • If you already own a bass guitar, we recommend bringing it with you to your lessons. If you don’t have one yet, our teachers can guide you on suitable beginner instruments and help you decide what to purchase when you’re ready.

  • Our bass lessons are fully customised to your musical interests. Whether you’re into rock, pop, blues, jazz, funk, or more technical styles, your teacher will shape lessons around the music you love.