Find answers to the most common questions about choosing a course, joining lessons online and enrolling with The Bass Teacher.
Perfect for players who need a technical audit. During the course, you will receive guidance on optimising your posture, hand angles, plucking and muting so that you can achieve clean, even execution.
Strong technique provides the foundation for speed, accuracy and control before progressing into theory, fretboard knowledge and harmony.
If your technique is already secure, you may be able to join Block One from Week Five at a reduced rate. From this point, the course focuses on theory, fretboard navigation and harmonic confidence. All course materials are included, regardless of your starting date.
Block Two focuses on the engine of your playing: timing and groove. We explore rhythm pyramids, subdivisions, phrasing and dynamics to help you develop a stronger sense of feel. The block concludes with slap bass, moving beyond basic mechanics to help you construct original and articulate riffs.
Designed for intermediate and advanced players with a strong grasp of the Block One material. We explore walking bass lines, blues-based improvisation and soloing through common harmonic progressions. This block develops the theoretical framework needed to improvise confidently across a range of musical styles.
Not sure which block is right for you?
Book a free 15-minute Zoom call to discuss your current level, your goals and the most suitable starting point.
Each course runs for 12 weeks, with one 90-minute group session per week.
Students joining Block One also have the option to begin at Week 5, subject to suitability and availability.
Group lessons are delivered live online through Zoom. Sessions normally take place on Sundays, with the full course dates and lesson times provided when you enquire.
The next intake for Block One, Lesson Five and Block Three, Lesson One is planned to begin on Sunday 16 August 2026.
Each group lesson lasts 90 minutes and provides time for tuition, practical demonstrations, guided exercises and questions.
A future course block is also being planned for students based outside the UK and European time zones. Dates and times for this option are still to be confirmed.
We understand that you may occasionally be unable to attend a live lesson.
After each session, lesson notes will be provided so that you can review the material covered. Supporting video clips will also be supplied where appropriate to demonstrate the lesson content and exercises.
A catch-up date will be provided at the end of the course. This session gives students an opportunity to ask questions about missed lessons and any of the supporting materials supplied during the course.
Missed sessions are not normally repeated individually, so students are encouraged to use the notes, video resources and final catch-up opportunity to stay on track.
Course fees are paid in advance. Payment can be made by bank transfer, PayPal or Stripe.
After you have confirmed your place, an invoice will be sent to your email address with the relevant payment instructions.
All invoices must be paid in full before the course start date. Course fees are non-refundable once payment has been made.
Block One: £420 for the complete course 12 × 90-minute group sessions at £35 per session
Block Two: £420 for the complete course 12 × 90-minute group sessions at £35 per session
Block Three: £480 for the complete course 12 × 90-minute group sessions at £40 per session
One-to-one tuition: From £70 per hour. Online rates may vary.
Group courses follow the same structured curriculum as one-to-one lessons at roughly half the cost. Small class sizes ensure that each student still receives individual attention and personalised guidance throughout the course.
Course materials will be made available online so that you can access them throughout the programme.
You will receive a private link to the course documents and learning materials held in secure cloud storage.
A separate link will also be provided for the course video resources and relevant YouTube playlist.
The first step is to get in touch so that we can discuss your playing experience, your goals and the course that is most appropriate for you.
You can book a Zoom call, send an email or submit a message requesting more information. Yolanda will then help you identify the most suitable block and confirm the available dates.
Let’s have a conversation and find the right starting point for your bass playing.
Whether you’re ready to join the Building Blocks of Bass course or would prefer personalised one-to-one tuition, take the next step towards becoming a more confident, expressive and complete bass player.
