Bass Lessons, Workshops & Online Courses


Live bass workshops and applied learning programs for bass guitar and double bass players seeking meaningful musical growth through real instruction, community, and musical experience.

Bass Education Rooted in Real Experience

The Bass Shed Academy workshops combine live instruction, applied learning, mentorship, and community-driven musical development for serious bass players.

Our Impact

Bass Lessons That Make a Difference

Since 2022, we’ve served over 300 students across 25 U.S. states and 8 countries while building a thriving global bass community through education, live events, outreach, and The Bass Shed Podcast, heard in 119+ countries.

Whether you're just beginning or pursuing professional growth, The Bass Shed Academy connects practical skill-building with real musical application, artistic community, and meaningful opportunity.

A Different Approach to Bass Education

For players seeking more than self-paced video learning, The Bass Shed Academy combines live instruction, applied learning, workshops, and community-driven musical growth.

Programs

Choose your path through private instruction, workshops, online courses, and memberships designed for real musical growth.

  • Private Bass Lessons

    Private Lessons

    Live online and in-person bass guitar and double bass lessons with personalized instructor feedback designed for real musical growth.

  • Bass Legend Jerry Jemmott gives masterclass

    Workshops & Masterclasses

    Small-group bass workshops built around applied learning, live instruction, and musical development for serious players.

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    Membership

    Join our bass membership for online courses, transcriptions, workshops, practice tools, and ongoing learning designed for serious bass players.

Learn Bass from the Legends

Explore transcriptions of iconic basslines and solos from the players who shaped the instrument—and the music that shaped culture.

Jerry Jemmott 15 Timeless Basslines (ebook)
$30.00

Learn from the legendary bassist Jerry Jemmott with the Jerry Jemmott Transcriptions Book, created in collaboration with The Bass Shed Academy. This collection features 15 carefully selected basslines, notated in both standard notation and TAB.

In this book, you'll find:

  • Detailed transcriptions of Jemmott's basslines

  • Insights into specific recording sessions

  • Discussions on technique, approach, and theory behind the lines

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this book will help you understand the rhythms and styles that shaped music. Join a community of fellow musicians and elevate your bass playing with the Jerry Jemmott transcription book. Get yours today and start grooving!

Book cover page with title 'Jerry Jemmott Basslines' and song list including 'Piece of My Heart', 'Deborah', 'Think', 'You Send Me', 'I Say A Little Prayer', 'People Got To Be Free', 'I Ain't Got No/I Got Life', 'Instant Groove', 'Why I Sing The Blues', 'The Thrill Is Gone', 'So Excited', 'The Revolution Will Not Be Televised', 'Attica Blues', 'Hot Southern Soul'. Includes a small image of Earth with the text 'Soulful Energy' and a barcode.

Transcription Preview. James Jamerson
Transcription Preview. Bootsy Collins
Bass Transcription preview. Midnight Train to Georgia
Bass transcription preview. "Bernadette" with a logo overlay for THE BASS SHED academy in the center, transcription by Ryan Roberts, and a tempo marking of 111 beats per minute.
Bass transcription preview. 'Beautiful Love' with a large logo for the Bass Shed Academy in the center.
Bass transcription preview. "Remember" by Paul Chambers’ solo from "Soul Station", transcribed by Ryan Roberts, featuring musical notes, chords, and tempo marking.
Bass transcription preview. 'In Walked Bud' with a logo overlay reading 'the BASS SHED academy' and a subtitle 'Dave Holland's Solo from "The Art of Conversation"', credited to transcriber Ryan Roberts.
Bass transcription preview. 'The Cost of Living' featuring musical notes and annotations.

Live Bass Workshops & Community Events

Join live bass workshops, performances, and community events that connect learning, real-world musical experience, and meaningful artistic connection.

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Students in bass workshop with bass legend Jerry Jemmott
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Podcast

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Support The Bass Shed Academy

Help us expand access to music education, mentorship, and performance opportunities for the next generation of bassists.

Every contribution supports real programs, real students, and real musical experiences.

This is about building musicians, creating community, and keeping the music moving forward.