About
Customised Lessons for Every Bassist
Welcome! As a professional bassist and tutor, I offer in depth, personalised bass lessons across genres like Rock, Blues, Funk, R&B, and Jazz. Each lesson is comprehensive, featuring custom PDFs, audio files and videos to improve your practice. Tailored to fit your individual goals, my lessons ensure you develop in areas like fretboard navigation, technical proficiency, harmony, improvisation and rhythm skills.
Bridging Theory with Real World Experience
With years of professional experience in both live performances and studio sessions, coupled with formal studies in Jazz (Mmus) at the Guildhall and Popular Music (Bmus) at the Bass Institute in London, I have a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical expertise essential for advancing your bass playing.
My Musical Journey
My bass journey, starting from the local pubs and inspired by Jamerson and Jaco, has led me to perform across the globe from intimate venues to major festivals and studio recordings to TV and radio appearances. This journey has not only shaped my playing but also my teaching, bringing a wealth of experience to students.
Join Me
Whether starting your bass playing journey or seeking to refine your skills, I'm here to guide you towards achieving your musical goals with personalised, immersive lessons. Book your free 15-minute consultation today and start making some bass magic together.
Helping Bassists Since 2006
Since 2006, I have been passionately teaching bass, transitioning from various schools to online platforms in 2019. With over a thousand students, my approach has proven effective across a spectrum of objectives, from academic achievements to professional session playing and personal enrichment.
Get Started Today
If you're ready to start your bass playing adventure or want to discuss a customised study plan feel free to email me. I'm here to help you achieve your bass playing goals and guide you on a path of continuous improvement.
If you wish to know more about me and teaching style please visit: BassAdvice
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David - “Marco is an AWESOME instructor!! He’s very knowledgeable, he makes the lessons simple to understand, and shows you how to apply the lesson/technique to your playing. I’ve had a few lessons with him now and I’ve been applying what I’ve learned from him. If you are looking for Bass Guitar Lessons, look no further Marco is the best!”
Indigo Pearce - “Instead of searching aimlessly for YouTube lessons I actually have a plan to improve now thanks to Marco’s straight forward teaching. I’m also practicing more than ever before as harmony is no longer a scary topic, I’d highly recommend Marco!”
Mark Michaels - Had 3 lessons with Marco and worth every penny. Started off with 30 minutes for the first lesson, but I continued for an hour. Time flies. Chilled out, knowledgeable teacher. Great sense of humor. Got homework assignments prepped specifically for me and my level – I can already read music so we worked on transitions and exercises. He even wrote out some grooves on the spot when he saw I had a couple of kinks to work out. Cheers Marco. See you again soon brother man!
Education:
- Master of Music, Performance in Jazz Studies, Guildhall School of Music, London.
- IMW Diploma, Music Technology, City & Islington College.
- Bachelor of Music, Popular Music Performance, University of West London.
Teaching and Performance Experience:
- Online Bass Tutor at BassAdvice.com since 2019, creating impactful video lessons, ebooks and social media content.
- Bass Tutor in London from 2006 to 2019, preparing students for GCSE music exams and live performances.
- Professional live and studio musician, collaborating with artists, songwriters, and record labels, contributing to arrangements and recording sessions.
From Fundamentals to Advanced Techniques
My curriculum is designed to support bassists at every stage of their journey, offering courses in:
- Bass Mentorship Programs
- Rock, Blues, Funk, R&B, and Jazz Bass
- Applied Harmony & Improvisation
- Fret Training, Tech Lab, & Rhythm Studies
Each course is enriched with comprehensive resources, including backing tracks, PDFs, and transcriptions, ensuring a well rounded learning experience. For a full breakdown of the curriculum, please reach out for your free copy.