Bass Tuition

Do I need to buy an instrument before starting lessons?: You will need something to practice on from day one.; An amplifier is not essential to start, but should be considered within the first year.
Am I ready for a full-size instrument?: Full-size basses have a 34" scale length, that is, the vibrating length of the strings.; Short scale basses of 30" are much kinder to small hands.; Taller beginners should seek out a wider bodied bass for better control of the playing position.
At what age could anyone start playing bass?: I currently have no bass pupils less than 11 years old.Even tiny basses need thick strings to make low notes, and I suspect little fingers cannot easily control them.; I recommend that younger enthusiasts start on guitar.