Bass Guitar 101


Designed for entry-level guitarists, this course provides students with an understanding of techniques, theory and how the bass fits into the music industry as a whole.

Created By

Charles S

Beginner
Musical Instruments

10 HOURS

10 LESSONS

Bass Guitar 101

skill-acquisition

Course Overview



Welcome to Bass Guitar 101. This course will take students from an introduction to the instrument to being able to play in ten manageable lessons. This entry-level programme will cover technique, theory, the role of the bass within music and the history of the instrument, simultaneously providing an in-depth framework for further musical development. Each lesson will break these four major topics down into smaller, manageable chunks, allowing students to take their time and really internalise each concept. Two example songs will be written in notation and tablature form for students to learn and develop their skills. By the end of this course, students will comfortable practising the bass guitar in their own time.

Course Content



10 LESSONS

10 HOURS Total Length

Lesson 1

What is the Bass?: Its Role Within Music and History

60 minutes

Lesson 2

Finger Plucking

60 minutes

Lesson 3

Pick Playing

60 minutes

Lesson 4

Navigating the Fretboard: Fret Numbers Spots and Spaces

60 minutes

Lesson 5

Playing Your First Song: Fret Numbers Spots and Spaces

60 minutes

Lesson 6

Notes: Open Strings and the Fretboard

60 minutes

Lesson 7

Building Stamina

60 minutes

Lesson 8

Locking In

60 minutes

Lesson 9

Your Second Song: Fretboard Note Names

60 minutes

Lesson 10

The Next Level

60 minutes

Key Skills


Musicianship

Confidence

Team Building

Music Theory

Educator


Charles S

Bass Specialist

When he's not performing and working as a freelance musician, Charlie helps his students gain confidence in their playing, music knowledge and performance skills.