8 Week Electric Bass Groove Course
In this 8 week course, students will learn how to groove on the electric bass. We will begin with learning the fundamentals of having good rhythm and learn to create a great sound from our instruments.
James Hunter
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(7)
What's included
8 live meetings
6 in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. Assignments will be small but I encourage students to practice what they have been shown in the classroom.Class Experience
In this 8 week groove bass course students will get a better understanding of how the bass functions with a band, as well they be able to experience and play basslines themselves. A few of the topics we will cover are learning some famous basslines, how to play along with a drum machines, and learning to slap and pop. My course is structured so that students will build upon what they have learned in the previous class. I teach in a way that is fun and engaging. I encourage classroom participation mainly by playing your bass. Learners will be able to engage by playing along with music, drum machines, and eventually being able to demonstrate their ability to create a bassline.
Learning Goals
Students will get a solid understanding of how the bass grooves and learn how to do it themselves too.Students will learn new techniques such as slapping and popping, and learning to program a drum machine so they can play along with it.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Learning the Bass-ics
Learning about simple rhythms on the bass. No understanding of how to read music is required. Applying how to use these rhythms in real songs. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Listening to Basslines
We will look at some famous but not difficult basslines and then try to recreate these basslines ourselves. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Playing with Drums
In this lesson we will focus on how a bass player will play along with a drummer. Then we will spend some time playing along ourselves with a drum machine. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Learning More Basslines
We will check-out some more basslines in this lesson and try to play them ourselves. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined August, 2022
5.0
7reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Kwantlen Polytechnic University
I teach electric bass, string bass, guitar and piano. I have a Bachelors degree in music and have played live music for the past 10 years with multiple bands. I love music and I hope to be able to inspire others with my passion. Music is something that should be enjoyable for the players and the listeners.Reviews
Live Group Course
$15
weekly or $120 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-6 learners per class
