Bass Lessons The ASMM Program
Presentation
Group bass classes provide a shared space where the group dynamic naturally fosters motivation and encourages everyone to progress in a friendly and stimulating environment.
This course is designed to explore the various aspects of the instrument, whether it’s building a solid groove foundation, accompanying different musical styles, or developing your creativity through improvisation.
Topics covered include:
- Instrument knowledge: Scales, arpeggios, techniques, walking bass, etc.
- Groove and rhythm: Working on rhythmic placement, understanding the bass’s role in a rhythm section, and developing lines in different styles (jazz, funk, rock, pop, etc.).
- Accompaniment: How to build effective and varied bass lines over chord progressions, learning to read chord charts.
- Improvisation: Techniques for improvising, enriching your lines, and incorporating your own musical ideas.
Jam-sessions
Students are encouraged to regularly participate in the many jam sessions organized by the school, allowing teachers to closely monitor and support their progress.
Master-classes
Throughout the year, masterclasses will be held with renowned figures from the music world, offering discounted rates for students enrolled in the non-degree program.
Frequency and Duration
2 hours / week
30 weeks per year
Tuesdays from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Tuition
1200 € / year
Teachers
Target Audience / Who is it for?
Intermediate-level bassists
A certificate of completion is issued at the end of the year
Admission Requirements
Previous experience with the instrument; ability to play forms and chord progressions without losing the structure.