Mike P.

Austin, TX

Bass Guitar Lessons, Orchestral Lessons

Studio or Home

10 Years

About Me

I have been playing electric/upright bass for 25+ years, performing with a diverse group of musicians. Everything from loud rock to mellow bluegrass.

I have been concentrating on upright bass, and am very proficient in rockabilly/swing/bluegrass/country styles, and can teach you these styles, and how to slap the bass for that traditional sound. I can teach the Nashville System of notation used in these styles as well. My focus is on teaching to play by ear, and teaching to play with others in anticipation of performing in band settings. I seem to have a knack for getting people to understand the basics.

Mike P. has over 10 years of music experience in the Austin area.

Mike P. is proficient in and teaches Bass Guitar Lessons, Orchestral Lessons .

Formal Education:

A couple of years as an art major

Private Education:

I am self taught. I feel this has given me an advantage in a band situation, and a unique perspective about music.

Performing Experience:

I have extensive performing/touring experience playing bass guitar in various rock/punk bands. For the last 16 years I have been performing/touring with swing band White Ghost Shivers on the upright bass.

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