Online Bass Guitar Courses
Online courses from £15
Have you got what it takes to be a professional bass player? Want to start a band or make your own music? Build your technical expertise and explore music opportunities through Elevate.
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Online Bass Guitar Courses
Hobbyist, budding musician or multi-instrumentalist – with our range of bass guitar courses, like Beginner Bass Guitar, you’ll grow from beginner to advanced player and develop talents in composition, performance and production along the way.
Online Bass Guitar Courses
elevate your bass guitar skills
Hobbyist, budding musician or multi-instrumentalist – with our range of bass guitar courses, like Beginner Bass Guitar, you’ll grow from beginner to advanced player and develop talents in composition, performance and production along the way.
You’ll pick up practical knowledge of music theory and playing techniques; build confidence in performing and creating music; and even experiment with your own sound and artistic identity. Our courses also give you a concrete overview of the bass guitar’s history, charting its influence over popular music through time – especially the blues.
With materials designed by Elevate industry experts to support your growth, learn online anytime and at your own pace with our access-anytime materials. All in all, you’ll gain clear insights into the industry, a solid grasp of this iconic instrument, and a whole host of technical skills.
Where will your bass take you?
Here what our students say
David F.
Beginner Bass Guitar
“For me as an absolute beginner and at an older age of 55 this course is really great. Very good and detailed explanations. Was just what I was looking for.”
Mckenzie B.
Beginner Bass Guitar
“I started playing bass several years ago, learned to play songs using tabs. Having not played in 2 to 3 years I wanted a course to get me back into playing in a more professional way. Have completed three of the lessons so far and it’s looking to take me beyond being only a tab player.”
Leigha C.
Beginner Bass Guitar
“I have played guitar to accomapny my songwiritng for a few years but have always wanted to play bass too. This course was really great and I’m already feeling my playing improving. It’s given me that bit of confidence and direction I needed to get going with it.”
FAQs
- I've never played bass guitar. Is the Beginner Bass course for me?
Yes, this course was created with exactly you in mind. Renowned bass tutor Freddie Draper developed this course to provide you with a thorough introduction to the bass guitar and excellent introductory tips on bass technique.
- WILL I LEARN BASSLINES IN THIS COURSE?
Yes, you’ll be taught dozens of songs and basslines. You’ll also be shown how basslines support songs, as you acquire the tools necessary to read bass tabs and create your own basslines.
- DOES THIS COURSE COVER MUSIC THEORY?
Yes, Freddie has included some foundational music theory and reading techniques, but has ensured you won’t be overwhelmed if it’s your first time learning theory. Once you finish the course, you’ll have a strong understanding of both basic music theory and bass harmony.
- WILL I LEARN BASS SCALES ON THIS COURSE?
Yes, you’ll cover lots of bass scales in this course, including major scales, minor scales, pentatonic scales and blues scales.
- When I can begin my course?
You can start whenever you’re ready! Elevate courses are accessed on demand, so you can start and pause your learning at any time. There are no deadlines to begin or complete your course by, so you can progress your studies when it suits you. All course materials are yours to keep, so you can take the course again further down the track if you’d like.
- What kind of device do I need?
To study an Elevate course, you just need to bring an inquisitive mind. You can easily complete your course on any mobile, tablet, laptop or desktop computer.
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Our music industry partners
At Elevate, we develop our courses alongside music partners to give you exclusive discounts on the latest industry-leading gear. For our guitar courses, make the most of offers on professional instruments and accessories from PRS Guitars, ACS, Ernie Ball and D’Addario. Plus, access in-depth technical videos and unlock expert guitar knowledge.
