BASS GUITAR CLASSES
BEGINNER
Objective: To establish a solid foundation in rhythm, basic technique, and fretboard familiarity.
Learn the anatomy of the bass guitar and correct posture
Tune the bass and play basic root notes and chords
Practice major and minor scales (1 octave)
Develop fingerstyle plucking, hand coordination, and muting techniques
Play simple basslines in pop, rock, and funk styles
Start reading basic notation and tab
Focus on timing and groove with metronome exercises
Grades Covered: Initial and Grade 1
INTERMEDIATE
Objective: To expand technical ability, understanding of musical structure, and ability to lock in with rhythm sections.
Learn scales and arpeggios in all keys (2 octaves)
Master triads across the neck
Develop slap and pop techniques, as well as finger independence
Explore modes and chord progressions using the Circle of 4ths & 5ths
Play walking basslines and groove with drums
Improve ear training with interval recognition and melodic playback
Expand repertoire with funk, rock, blues, and pop basslines
Grades Covered: Grade 2 to Grade 5
ADVANCED
Objective: To master advanced bass techniques, genre versatility, and performance readiness.
Study advanced scales, arpeggios, and extended chords
Refine slap, pop, tapping, and chordal playing techniques
Explore genre-specific techniques for funk, jazz, rock, and more
Apply ear training to transcribe basslines and recognize harmonic progressions
Focus on improvisation and creative bassline writing
Perform complex repertoire and participate in group performances
Grades Covered: Grade 6 to Grade 8
ADULT PROGRAMME
Objective: To develop groove, control, and musical comprehension as a bassist in a band or solo setting, with flexible adult-centered instruction.
Fingerstyle and plucking technique fundamentals
Major/minor scales and arpeggios
Root motion and chord tone navigation
Rhythm practice: playing with metronome and drums
Constructing basslines for blues, funk, pop, and jazz
Playing along with backing tracks or favorite songs
Ear training and harmonic support techniques
Focus on real-world musical applications
LEISURE PROGRAMME
Objective: To enjoy playing bass casually, focusing on rhythm, groove, and the joy of playing with or without others.
Simple riffs and repeating bass patterns
Exploration of styles: funk, pop, rock, blues
Basic technique with relaxed progression
Creative sessions: jamming, looping, experimenting
Playing for fun with minimal theory
Encouraged groove exploration at your own pace
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