Piano, Guitar, Bass & Drum Lessons in Tempe, AZ – Music Lessons Arizona
Bass Instruction For Passionate MusiciansBeginners To Advanced
Welcome to Music Lessons Arizona, where we believe every passionate bassist has the potential to become a confident musician.
Are you tired of wandering through YouTube tutorials, unsure if you’re making progress or just picking up bad habits?
Do you dream of jamming with other musicians but lack the confidence to take the first step?
Look no further, because we’re here to guide you through your musical journey with expert instruction and unwavering support.
What We Deliver for Our Clients
- Feedback and Proper Technique: Say goodbye to worries about developing bad habits. Our instructors provide personalized feedback to ensure you’re on the right track, using proper technique and playing correctly.
- Structured Practice: No more aimless wandering through online videos. We offer structured lessons that guide you through effective practice routines, ensuring consistency and tangible results.
- Confidence to Collaborate: Whether it’s singing and playing or joining a band, we empower you with the confidence and skills to collaborate with other musicians.
- Improvisation Mastery: Unlock the secrets of improvisation and understand what you’re playing. From jazz, rock, funk and blues, we’ll help you become a confident improviser.
- Complete Song Mastery: Learn to play songs from start to finish, building a solid repertoire that you can proudly perform for others.
Ready to elevate your bass playing?
Take the next step!
In the free consultation you’ll get:
1. An assessment of your playing
2. Tailored strategies for overcoming youchallenges
3. A personalized plan to guide you toward success
4. We’ll discuss your goals and preferences, whether you’re looking for in-person lessons at our Tempe studio or the flexibility of online learning
Our Expert Instruction Covers Everything You Need to Become the Player You Want To Be
- Finger dexterity and technique
- Music Theory
- How to effectively learn songs
- How to improve your improvisational skills
- How to structure your practice time for maximum results
- How to play with other musicians in a band context
- Understanding the Fretboard
- Ear Training
- Song Writing and Composition
- How to construct bass lines through chord changes
- How to read bass tablature and standard music notation
Student Collaborations
Testimonials
Why Choose Us?
- Non-Judgmental Support: We’re here to help you succeed, not to judge. Our instructors create a supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Step-by-Step Guidance: We simplify the learning process, guiding you through each step with ease and clarity.
- Song-Based Curriculum: Learning is more fun when you’re playing songs you love. Our curriculum is song-based, building your repertoire and confidence along the way.
- Professional Instructors: Our team consists of highly trained, professional instructors who live and breathe music. We’re not just teachers; we’re mentors who are dedicated to building rapport and chemistry with every student.
- Exclusive Resources: Access our library of professionally notated resources, curated by studio owner Matt Friedland.
- Collaborative Community: Join a vibrant community of music enthusiasts where you can connect with others, collaborate on projects, and grow together.
- Proven Success: From joining bands to performing on stage, our students have achieved remarkable success under our guidance.
Bass Program Director Matt Friedland
With a rich background in performing, teaching, and mentoring, Matt brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of music to his coaching sessions. His unique approach combines structured learning with practical experience, ensuring that each student not only learns but thrives in their musical journey.
Professional Experience:
Extensive experience performing as a guitarist, bass player, and drummer at restaurants, weddings, corporate events, private parties, resorts, music venues, churches, and festivals.
Matt's Education and Credentials:
Mesa Community College: Studied guitar and drum set performance for 4 years.
Arizona State University: Earned a degree in Jazz Guitar Performance, graduating Summa Cum Laude.
On-Campus Music Theory Tutor:Served at Mesa Community College for 2 years, providing expertise in classical and jazz music theory.
Areas of Study:
- Classical and Jazz Music Theory
- Arranging for Jazz and Contemporary Music Ensembles
- Jazz Composition
- Fretboard Harmony
- Jazz Drum Set
- Jazz Improvisation
- Jazz Combo Performing Ensembles
- Big Band Performing Ensembles
- Recital Performances
- Transcribing and Ear Training
Achievements:
-Album "Revelation" (2019): Composed, recorded, produced, and published, available on all major music platforms.
-Band Formation and Mentorship: Formed a band with 4 students, curated a set list of covers and originals, and organized a real concert performance in front of 120 audience members.
-Student Success: Guided each student in composing, recording, producing, and publishing an original song available on all major music streaming platform.
Clips of Matt's Playing
Matt’s album “Revelation” is available on all major music platforms including iTunes, Amazon Music and Spotify.
All music composed, arranged, performed and produced by Matt Friedland
Click the image to view the album on iTunes.
