Auckland
Bass Guitar Lessons | Theory Lessons, Composition Lessons, Mixing and Mastering Lessons
Bio
I started playing the bass guitar when I was a teenager (after learning the piano at a younger age). I spent several years studying with a great local teacher, before joining The Auckland School of Rock where I got my first experience playing in bands. Sometime after this, I joined a rock band that was run by several established musicians, which provided me with my first experience of playing public performances and making professional recordings.
Some time later, I moved to Melbourne (Australia) to experience its vibrant local music scene. During that time, I developed my recording skills by producing demo recordings for various groups (including my own). My skills were eventually utilised by the band ‘Summon the Birds’ for pre-production of their first full-length album.
One of the Australian bands I played with was Five Acre Field, which was led by a graduate of Melbourne University’s Bachelor of Music Composition program. He created classically-inspired modern folk music, using a conventional rock band format, which culminated in the live performance of Bach’s BWV 1052 and the recording of an EP. I also played with a funk-rock band that recorded several EPs and did a number of live performances.
After that, I returned to New Zealand to complete a music degree at The University of Auckland (majoring in jazz performance), and have since kept myself busy with teaching and the occasional recording.
Teaching Info
I cater to all kinds of students, including:
* Beginners who are just starting out
* Intermediate players who are looking to expand their skills
* Advanced players who are looking to develop professional skill-sets
I have an archive of teaching material that I’ve accumulated over the years, which includes both standardised content and custom exercises that I’ve made to address specific needs that have cropped up. I’ve learned many new things from teaching, which has made me appreciate that no two students are alike, and so I’ve developed an adaptable teaching style that allows me to tailor each lesson to suit the strengths, weaknesses, and ambitions of each student.
My teaching material is loosely broken down into three categories:
* Technique – How to physically play the instrument
* Theory – How to understand musical systems and structures
* Repertoire – How to play through songs
I also perform instrument setups, which can be very helpful for new students as it helps their instrument to be more playable while they’re developing their technique.
Contact me on 021 288 8803 or alex.khouri@gmail.com, and we’ll make an arrangement that works for you. I’m located in Meadowbank (Auckland), and I charge $40/hour.