Bass Lessons
A Fun and Practical Approach to Musicianship
## Overview
Welcome to a comprehensive bass guitar program designed to develop your musicianship through an engaging, hands-on approach. Whether you're interested in rock, jazz, classical, or other styles, we'll work with music you love while developing your technique, style, and understanding of music. Each student receives personalized instruction tailored to their unique goals and skill level.
## First Lesson
Your first lesson is complimentary. During this session, we'll discuss your musical aspirations and design a customized curriculum that aligns with both your short-term and long-term goals. These one-on-one lessons provide detailed, practical instruction to improve your playing and ensemble skills.
## Required Materials
- Instruments
- Recording device (phone, tablet, etc.)
- Access to Google Drive for shared materials(provided)
- Practice journal (recommended)
## Core Curriculum Areas
### Technical Development
- Comprehensive system for improving dexterity and timing
- Advanced playing techniques
- Personal practice routine development
- Recording and assessment strategies
### Sound Production & Equipment
- Proper hand techniques for various styles
- Advanced playing techniques (slap, popping, muted tones)
- Equipment optimization
- Bass settings
- Amplifier configuration
- Effects and looper pedal integration
### Music Theory & Application
- Practical harmony for bassists
- Essential skills development:
- Sight reading
- Chord progressions
- Musical forms (Blues, AABA, AABC)
- Basic arranging and composition
- Style-specific approaches:
- Funk
- Bossa Nova
- Latin
- Rock
- Swing
### Listening & Analysis
Using Clark Terry's proven method of "Imitate, Assimilate, Innovate," you'll develop:
- Strategic listening skills
- Style analysis
- Customized listening curriculum
- Learning from master bassists
### Style & Accompaniment
- Genre-specific techniques for:
- Jazz
- Rock
- Pop
- Latin
- Funk
- Equipment settings for different styles
- Groove development
- Pattern recognition and application
### Repertoire Development
- Short-term goal: Two pieces memorized weekly
- Long-term goal: 100+ pieces annually
- Focus on gig-ready material across multiple genres
- Regular performance opportunities
### Practice & Progress
Each week includes:
- Detailed practice assignments
- Progress tracking via Google Drive
- Comprehensive materials
- Technical exercises
- Repertoire
- Recordings
- Practice logs
### Improvisation
- Basic improvisation techniques for all styles
- Creative expression development
- Solo construction
- Note: Dedicated jazz improvisation courses available
### Ensemble Skills
- Groove, Feel and Dynamic control
- Interaction with rhythm section
- Communication with other instruments
- Comping techniques
- Band leadership skills
### Professional Development
- Recording and video production
- Biography writing
- Repertoire list development
- Stage presence coaching
- Music business introduction
## Learning Approach
Every lesson combines:
1. Hands-on playing
2. Recording and analysis
3. Personalized feedback
4. Goal-oriented progress tracking
Jazz Improvisation Course
## Overview
Welcome to a comprehensive course in jazz improvisation, open to all skill levels from beginners to advanced players. Through a hands-on, engaging approach, you'll develop your improvisational skills using music you enjoy across multiple styles - jazz, rock, funk, fusion, and more. Each student receives a customized curriculum based on their unique goals and abilities.
For beginners, we'll start with familiar tunes and accessible methods to build your confidence in improvisation. More advanced players will be challenged to expand their existing skills and explore new territory.
## Core Areas of Study
### Musical Expression & Sound Development
- Master various articulations (legato, staccato) to enhance expressiveness
- Develop your unique voice through timbral exploration
- Apply techniques across multiple styles (swing, Latin, funk, etc)
- Build style-specific vocabulary and phrasing
### Music Theory & Harmony
- Practical application of harmony in various jazz idioms:
- Dixieland, Swing, Bebop, Avant-garde, Fusion, Modal, etc
- Essential skills development:
- Sight reading
- Chord progressions
- Musical forms (Blues, AABA, AABC)
- Basic arranging and composition
- Style-specific approaches (Funk, Bossa, Swing, etc)
### Listening & Analysis
Using Clark Terry's proven method of "Imitate, Assimilate, Innovate," you'll develop:
- Strategic listening skills
- Style recognition and analysis
- Personalized listening curriculum based on your goals
- Ability to learn from master musicians
### Repertoire Development
Build a professional-level repertoire through:
- Short-term goal: Two new pieces memorized weekly
- Long-term goal: 100+ pieces learned annually
- Focus on gig-ready material in Swing, Latin, Funk, and other styles
- Regular performance opportunities
### Practice & Assessment
Each week includes:
- Detailed practice assignments
- Progress tracking via shared Google Drive
- Comprehensive materials: exercises, repertoire, recordings
- Regular assessment and feedback
### Performance Skills
- Recording and self-assessment techniques
- Live performance strategies
- Stage presence development
- Professional documentation of progress
### Ensemble Skills
- Interaction with rhythm section
- Communication with other instruments
- Comping techniques
- Band leadership skills
### Professional Development
- Recording and video production guidance
- Biography and promotional materials
- Repertoire list development
- Stage presence coaching
- Business networking strategies
## Course Materials
- Your instrument
- Recording device
- Access to Google Drive (provided)
- Practice journal (recommended)
## Learning Approach
Every lesson combines:
1. Practical skill development
2. Recording and analysis
3. Personalized feedback
4. Goal-oriented progress tracking
This comprehensive approach ensures you'll develop not just as an improviser, but as a complete musician ready for professional performance opportunities.
Contact me for a consultation to discuss your goals and create your personalized curriculum.
This comprehensive approach ensures you'll develop not just as a bassist, but as a complete musician ready for any musical situation.
Contact me to schedule your complimentary first lesson and begin your musical journey.
Tino D’Agostino
6179054074
14 Fessenden Road, Arlington, MA, USA
## Pricing
**Base Rate:** $100/hour
**Package Deals:**
- 5-Lesson Pack
- 10% discount
- $90 per lesson
- Total: $450
- 10-Lesson Pack
- 15% discount
- $85 per lesson
- Total: $850