Trial Class: Fun Private (Electric) Bass Guitar Lessons for Kids and Teens
This is a one-time trial class to meet your teacher and see if you'd like to continue our musical journey together!
Melody Music Co-op
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(17)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed30 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1-2 hours per week. After each session, we will send the assignments for the week to the parent's email via the Outschool Messaging system. This will usually include a few songs and exercises to practice, along with some specific notes on what to focus on. Learners will progress at different paces based on how often they practice. We typically recommend practicing 3-4 times a week, for 10 minutes a day for kids 8 and under, and 20 minutes a day for kids 9+. Older teens may be willing to invest even more time, but consistency is better than one long practice session once a week!Class Experience
Beginner - Advanced Level
This class will go over the basics of playing bass guitar, including talking about what a bass guitar looks like, good posture, and navigating the fretboard and strings. There will also be a time to ask any questions about what repeated lessons would look like. If you choose to sign up for repeated lessons, here are some details on our teaching method! In these one-on-one lessons, scheduled weekly or biweekly, our expert teachers will guide your child in mastering the electric bass guitar. We’ll start with the fundamentals of music theory and progressively build skills until they can confidently play basslines across various genres! We make learning fun by incorporating songs, music theory activities, and engaging exercises. While we use a structured bass curriculum as a foundation, we also tailor lessons to your learner’s musical interests—whether it’s rock, pop, jazz, funk, blues, or even composing their own basslines! Topics Covered: 🎵 Rhythm & Groove 🎵 Note Recognition & Reading 🎵 Tablature & Chord Charts 🎵 Finger & Picking Techniques 🎵 Bass Line Construction & Improvisation 🎵 Chord Theory & Walking Bass Lines 🎵 Composing & Songwriting These private 1:1 lessons are designed to be engaging, supportive, and personalized. Let’s groove and learn together! 🎸
Learning Goals
Gain a foundation in music theory and independent bass guitar playing.Study rhythms and counting, note recognition and reading, musical expressions and artistry, and chord theory and progressions.
Other Details
Learning Needs
All of our teachers have experience working with young people from diverse backgrounds. If you would like more information on your unique circumstances, feel free to send us a message.
Supply List
Required Equipment: 🎸 An electric bass guitar (preferably a beginner-friendly model) 🎛️ A small bass amplifier (for electric bass learners) 🔌 An instrument cable (to connect the bass to the amp) Bass Guitar Size Recommendations: • Ages 3-5: 1/4 Size Bass (Rare, but available) • Ages 5-8: 1/2 Size Bass • Ages 8-12: 3/4 Size Bass • Ages 12+: Full-Size Bass (Standard 4-string bass) Additional Materials: 📖 Lesson books – Your teacher will recommend specific resources tailored to your learner’s skill level. 🎼 A bass guitar tuner – Either a physical tuner (available on Amazon or at music stores) or a tuning app (e.g., Guitar Tuna, Fender Tune, or BOSS Tuner). 🖊️ A notebook for lesson notes and practice tracking. Having the right materials ensures a smooth and enjoyable learning experience. Let’s get ready to groove! 🎵
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2023
5.0
17reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Political Science and Government from London School of Economics
Master's Degree in Computer Science from University of Edinburgh
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Berklee College of Music
Bachelor's Degree in Music from George Mason University
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from Seattle Pacific University
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Columbia College Chicago
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Music from Oakton College
About Clinton:
Clinton Greenlee holds a dual degree in Music Performance and Education from George Mason University, studying piano, guitar, and bass. He has taught in New York City and Miami at top studios, private schools, and arts organizations, working with diverse and special needs students.
As a faculty member at Live! School of Music and School of Rock, he has directed 100+ live shows and studio sessions, with students winning competitions and scholarships to top conservatories like Berklee. Clinton holds a Performing Artist Certificate and has trained with renowned musicians and educators, shaping his holistic teaching approach.Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$15
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-18
