Bass Lessons

(AGES 7 AND UP)

If you searched bass lessons near me then you're in the right place! Our bass teachers teach styles from rock & blues, metal, country, pop and jazz. Beginners work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Each lesson will challenge you with a new technique or music theory, and ends with something fun–such as your favorite riff or song. We employ a variety of bass method books based on student needs and preferences, and encourage students to bring smartphones or CDs to their lessons to learn their favorite tunes.

What’s the #1 reason to study the bass at the Academy?‍

Our bass instructors are warm and friendly, and get to know each student and parent on a personal level. We work with you to craft a lesson plan that fits your individual needs and the student's favorite type of music. Whether you're playing in local bands, a seven year old taking their first lesson, or a fifty year old returning to the bass after many years, we’ll set goals to achieve your musical aspirations.

What styles of bass do you teach?‍

We teach all styles, from rock, pop, jazz, metal, country, and blues.

How qualified are Scranton Music Academy's bass instructors?

Our bass teachers have attended some of the nations' top music schools including Berklee College of Music, Manhattan School of Music, New England Conservatory, Westminster Choir College, Eastman School of Music, Curtis School of Music, University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music and Temple University. All our teachers have a university music degree or have many years of professional performing and teaching experience. Some have graduated from the excellent music programs in our local colleges, such as Marywood University, Baptist Bible College, Wilkes University, Mansfield University and SUNY Binghamton.

What will I learn from bass lessons at Scranton Music Academy?

Beginner bass students can expect to work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Our instructors balance musicianship and fun by making sure that each lesson presents a new technical challenges or theory concept, and ends with something fun, such as your favorite riff or song. We use a variety of bass method books, and encourage students to bring their smartphone or CDs to their lesson to learn their favorite tunes.

Do I have to know how to read music?

No. Beginners are welcome!

It's easy to take the next step!


Sign-up is simple and parent-friendly, with helpful staff at the front desk six days a week to serve you.

 

  • Click the "Sign Up Now" button below and fill out the simple form.


  • Or call 570-343-9051 now to grab a great lesson time as space is limited. 


 

PRICING

$30.00 / 30 minutes

Lessons are available six days a week, and scheduled once a week.

A one-time registration fee is $25.


Lesson & Office Hours:

  • Mon-Thurs:  2 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Fridays:  2 PM - 7 PM
  • Saturdays:  9 AM - 3 PM
  • Sundays:  Closed

Interested in a different instrument?

WE OFFER A WIDE VARIETY OF INSTRUMENTS TO CHOOSE FROM.

IT'S EASY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP.


Ready to start?

You have nothing to lose! 


Sign up is simple and parent-friendly, with helpful staff at the front desk to serve you. Because we only offer lessons on a month-to-month basis, there are no large upfront payments, no long-term contracts, no annual material or performance fees, and no semester minimums.

Lessons are first come, first served, so contact us today to arrange your first lesson!


PRICING

$30.00 / 30 minutes

Lessons are available six days a week, and scheduled once each week.


A one-time registration fee is $25 (due only at time of registration).


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