Bass Guitar

Bass Guitar Lessons at Houston Music Academy

The bass guitar is the heartbeat of the band, locking in the groove and driving the music forward. At Houston Music Academy, you’ll learn solid technique, great time feel, and the ability to adapt across styles—whether you’re laying down steady roots or exploring improvisation.

Rock Bass
Learn the essential rock grooves that power your favorite songs. You’ll build strong timekeeping, driving lines, and the stage presence to hold down the rhythm section with confidence.

Funk Bass
Funk is all about rhythm and feel. You’ll explore syncopation, slap technique, and percussive playing to create bass lines that are both tight and expressive.

Jazz Bass
In jazz, the bass provides both foundation and freedom. You’ll learn walking bass lines, chord outlines, and improvisation, developing the skills to support soloists and interact creatively with the band.

Private lesson students also receive the benefit of multiple opportunities to perform in recitals, jams, workshops, and masterclasses.