Private Bass Lessons for Bass Guitar & Double Bass

Personalized bass lessons built around your goals and musical growth.

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Why Learn at The Bass Shed Academy

The Bass Shed Academy offers live online bass guitar and double bass lessons with personalized feedback, applied learning, and real musical development for players at every stage.

Elevate • Inspire • Support

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How You’ll Improve

Private instruction is built around developing the core elements of your playing through real musical application, not just exercises.

Each lesson focuses on helping you build consistency, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the instrument.

  • Stronger time, feel, and groove

  • Clearer sound and technique

  • Better musical awareness

  • More effective practice habits

  • A defined direction in your playing

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Flexible Lesson Formats

Choose the lesson format that fits your life while staying connected to live instruction, personalized feedback, and meaningful musical growth.

Mobile Lessons

Our Mobile Lessons program brings top-tier bass instruction right to your doorstep. Instructors travel to your home, making it easy and convenient to stay committed to your musical growth — no commuting required.

Lessons at The Bass Shed Academy

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Join us for private, in-person lessons at our Mar Vista studio in Los Angeles. Enjoy focused, one-on-one instruction in a professional and creative environment designed to support your growth as a bassist.

Zoom & Groove: Online Lessons

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Learn from anywhere through live online bass lessons designed for bass guitar and double bass players seeking real instruction, feedback, and connection beyond self-paced video learning.

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Who’s it For?

Whether you're a beginner, returning adult learner, advancing student, or serious bassist, private instruction provides direct access to live guidance, accountability, and personalized musical development.

  • Beginners starting their musical journey

  • Students preparing for auditions or ensembles

  • Intermediate players developing technique and consistency

  • Adult learners returning to the instrument

  • Bassists looking for structure and direction

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What students are saying..

  • Thanks to Ryan, I have not only improved but found myself more motivated every time I play!

    Francesca P.

  • Working with Ryan has greatly improve my knowledge of base. He’s very open to what I wanna learn and then elaborate on it. I really have learned a lot about playing base, but about music in general strongly. Recommend this.

    Neil B.

  • Ryan is a great teacher. He pushes me to the limit.

    Kanako B.

  • I have had quite a few bass teachers over my 45 years as a player. Ryan is by far the best. He breaks down bass lines in a clear, straightforward manner that allows me to better understand the entire instrument. He has also shown me a very useful approach to solos.

    Lance I.

  • Thanks so much for all your encouragement and help!!!

    Deana N. (Student’s Parent)

  • Ryan, Jennah (student) made the orchestra! Thanks for all your help!

    Mediha (Student’s Parent)

  • It was fun and learned a lot!

    Hannah H.

Schedule Your First Lesson

Take the next step with live bass instruction built around your goals, your schedule, and real musical growth—not passive content consumption.

Your first lesson is complimentary. This session is designed to assess your playing, understand your goals, and create a clear path forward.

FAQ’s

  • Pricing varies depending on

    • remote or in-person

    • frequency

    • students home or BSA locations

    Promotional discounts are available and ACADEMY MEMBERS receive discounts on private lessons and more.

  • We offer lessons for all skill levels, from absolute beginners to advanced players.

  • Lessons are typically scheduled on a weekly basis, with flexibility to accommodate students' availability. Lessons can be in-person or online.

  • Standard lessons are usually 45 - 60 minutes.

  • The Bass Shed Academy leads lesson programs throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. When registering, pick from WEST LA, NORTH HOLLYWOOD or SAN CLEMENTE/OC. In home lessons are also available. Contact us for more info.