Bass Lessons in Montreal
Private 1-on-1 bass guitar lessons — learn groove, technique, and musicality. Near Jean-Talon metro.
École de musique du Marché offers private bass lessons in Montreal. Electric bass and upright bass: rock, jazz, funk, and groove at 288 rue Jean-Talon Est (Villeray, near Jean-Talon metro). Children and adults, beginner to advanced. From $30/lesson, no contract. 5 bass teachers.
4,200+ students
since 2016
400+ active
currently
24 teachers
academically trained
Italmelodie Heritage
since 2016
The Backbone of Every Band
Bass connects harmony and rhythm, making it essential to every ensemble. Learning bass builds deep understanding of how music works — song structure, chord progressions, and rhythmic feel.
Honing et al., PLOS ONE, 2012
Develops Rhythmic Intelligence
Bass players develop exceptional internal timing and groove awareness. Studies show that rhythm training enhances temporal processing in the brain, benefiting coordination and even speech perception.
Tierney & Kraus, Journal of Neuroscience, 2013
In High Demand for Ensembles
Bassists are always in demand. Learning bass opens doors to jam sessions, bands, and performance opportunities faster than almost any other instrument.
Practical observation in music education
Beginner
- Right-hand technique: finger and pick
- Bass lines on root notes
- Rhythm and groove placement
- Tab reading for bass
- Playing with backing tracks: rock, pop, blues
Intermediate
- Walking bass and melodic lines
- Slap and percussive techniques
- Scales and modes applied to bass
- Playing in a band context
- Improvisation over chord changes
Advanced
- Advanced techniques: tapping, harmonics
- Harmonic theory for bassists
- Transcribing professional bass lines
- Upright bass: bowing and pizzicato
- Composing original bass lines
Practical info
André Asselin
Jocelyn Pelichet
Simon Lavoie
Thomas Bélanger
Zacarie Brassard
“This music school is fantastic! The classes are engaging, well-structured, and truly inspiring. The teachers are not only talented but also patient and supportive.”
Niranjan S.
4 months ago
“Just talking on the phone makes you wanna do it, very informative and kind. Patient and very informative. Amazing. Johnny the best.”
Khaled A.
1 month ago
“Roxane is an exceptional teacher: talented, caring, and inspiring. After a break of more than 20 years, she gave me back my confidence and joy in playing.”
Axelle B.
4 months ago
Last updated: February 2026