Last year I started teaching at an amazing music store in Southwest Missouri, and it’s been a blast! Teaching was outside my comfort zone, but I’ve gained confidence along the way. While my skills aren’t perfect, I’d like to share some takeaways from my first year as a private bass guitar instructor. Level Up Your …
Whether you’re a bass player, a writer, a photographer, or any other type of artist, chances are you’ve probably had writer’s block at some point in your creative career. Ideas seem unoriginal and you’ve been staring at a blank document for what seems like hours… nothing seems to flow! When you feel like it’s time …
The great Michelangelo once said “I am still learning.” Without context this may seem like just another inspirational quote, but the fact that he said this at 87 years old gives me goosebumps! It’s been a while since I’ve posted a fresh piece of content on the blog because, honestly, I’ve been practicing a lot …
I love discovering new music. It doesn’t matter if it was released last week or 30 years ago – if it’s new to me and I like what I hear, I’m all for it! I don’t know about you, but when I come across a new track, artist, or genre, I instantly get the urge …
Any private instructor will tell you there are countless reasons to have a consistent, structured practice routine. You’ll never see progress if you only pick up your bass guitar during your weekly lesson. Whether you take private lessons or not, setting time aside to practice on your own is imperative if you want to be …
Skydiving. A first date. Reading a good book. Working your way through an epic RPG. Sometimes we get the opportunity to revisit those events, but chances are there’s nothing quite like experiencing them for the first time. I personally LOVE discovering new music. Getting hooked on an artist, anticipating their upcoming album, and finally getting …
Hey bass players! Thanks for dropping by. It’s hard to believe this blog has been up and running for over a year and a half! Many of you are familiar with the type of content that gets posted on this blog… but for you new visitors, whether it’s gear or ear training, so far I’ve …
The electric bass guitar has come a long way. It’s an instrument that has evolved physically, technically, and sonically over the past 60+ years, and bassists all over the world continue to push its limits. Once used only as a foundational instrument, the bass guitar has gradually found its way to the spotlight. Bass players …
“What do you want for Christmas? Any ideas?” We’ve all been asked this question by our parents, our spouse, or the Santa Claus at our local mall. As a bass player this is a great opportunity to score some gear in your stocking. Is your guitar strap on the verge of snapping in half? How …
