Established in 2002, Bass Lessons Unlimited is dedicated to providing the best one-on-one, private,
online bass education in San Francisco.
 

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Bass Lessons Unlimited San Francisco is made up of professional bassists looking to share their craft with eager and dedicated students in the San Francisco area.

Our bass instructors pride themselves on having an organized teaching method that is tailored to the goals and abilities of each student.

We love bass and are excited to help students achieve their goals. Each of our instructors has unique expertise that they bring to their teaching. We utilize a step-wise method of learning that is organized around each student’s needs and desires in order to help every student we work with experience actual growth as a musician.

As a school, we have been fortunate to offer online bass lessons since 2009, and we are grateful to have had such a head start in optimizing strategies to make the online format enjoyable and effective.

  • Beginner Bassist? Our instructors can help you form good habits from day one to build a solid foundation.

  • Intermediate Bassist? We can help you refine your technique and get to the next level in your playing.

  • Experienced Bassist? We can help you overcome any obstacles that remain in your path.

    We have been where you are. We know the way forward.

Riley Hagan created Bass Lessons Unlimited in 2002 and was one of the early pioneers of on-line bass education in 2009. He has taken the most effective elements he has learned from his professors at Berklee College of Music, as well as studying with the brilliant Michael Manring, and refined his teaching method with more than a thousand students over the last 20 years.

“Riley has been the only teacher so far that has made a big difference in my playing.” - Bernardo A.

 

Jed Lingat is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music and has spent years making a living as a bass player in NYC. His teaching stems from his experience as a gigging musician as well as almost 20 years of playing. A few artists Jed has performed/recorded with are Childish Japes, J. Hoard, Sami Stevens, and Matthew Hartnett & The Gumbo All-Stars.

“I’ve worked with Jed for over a decade and he continues to teach me new ways to improve the quality of my playing in a way that’s fun and exciting.” - Terrill M.


Ben Wallace-Ailsworth, an alumni of the Berklee College of Music, has over 15 years of professional music experience and over 8 years of teaching experience. He has performed and studied with various, well-known artists including Jay Lane (Primus, Ratdog) and Sheila E. (Prince).

“Ben is an excellent instructor. I cannot recommend him enough!” - Andrew T.

 

Pat Abbott has a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Music Education from Nazareth College of Rochester. He possesses 18 years of professional music experience and 15 years of teaching experience. He has had the pleasure of performing with Bill Watrous, as well as many other artists, and currently performs with Triple Play Quartet. Pat enjoys teaching both upright and electric bass to students of all skill levels.

“Pat's guidance has been instrumental in my development as a bass player.” - Andrew H.

I’ve been taking bass lessons with Riley Hagan for four years. He’s a knowledgeable, positive and encouraging bass teacher. He’s been teaching since his teen years, and he can put techniques and concepts across in a way I understand. He keeps it fun and I’m excited about learning my instrument with Riley!
— Peter L.
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Fantastic lessons.  Riley is attentive in gauging both affirming lesson selections according to students’ interest  and challenging new territory. His warm support and fun manner welcome kids and adults alike. His own musical talent is a great role model and mentor for players. I was heartbroken when my last teacher relocated, but then so happy I found Riley!
— Trish C.
I have taken lessons with Riley for six months now, with very positive results.  He has a good teaching method and is very patient and easy going. He is flexible with his approach and willing to spend time answering questions.  I would highly recommend him as an instructor for anyone wishing to learn the bass.
— Gerald B.
I was an absolute beginner when I first went to Riley about a year ago. He expertly assessed where I was, and promptly set me on the path to proficiency (not to say greatness!). And it seems like it was the right path, because I’m so much better now than I was. More importantly, I really look forward to every lesson in the path ahead. Each lesson is the highlight of my week. I’m consistently impressed with Riley’s attention to detail, his technical abilities, his knowledge of music and music theory, his excellence as a diagnostician, and his ability to gently correct and make the best suggestions for how to improve. He remembers my lesson history very well, so that he can compare my current performance with where I was and suggest the right things to work on going forward. His background and experience have given him an excellent set of bass contacts, which has benefitted me immensely because I’ve had the chance to meet them, and hear them play, and feel like a part of that community. And besides all of that, Riley is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. I couldn’t be happier with my bass instructor!
— Sarah L.

San Francisco Bass Lessons Unlimited

1540 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117

 

SF Bass Lessons Unlimited

271 Dore St, San Francisco, CA 94103