Bassist performing on electric bass

Bass Lessons in Chelsea

Learn bass from working Manhattan musicians — at home in Chelsea or online.

Kids & adults. All levels. All styles.

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Kalman Music Lessons — a music school designed for the busy New Yorker.

Kalman Music Lessons is a New York City music school whose teachers come to your apartment in Chelsea. We teach piano, guitar, bass, drums, saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet, violin, cello, ukulele, voice and music theory to children and adults, including complete beginners. Lessons happen at your home, at one of our NYC studios, or online. Your first lesson is $15 in our studio or $50 at your home. After that, studio lessons start at $50 and at-home lessons at $60 per 30-minute lesson, both on a 10-lesson package. Call or text (917) 525-3374.

What you'll learn

A complete bassist,
your way.

Every lesson combines technique, groove, and the music you want to play.

Your teacher

Active artists who
know how to teach.

Kalman Music Lessons teachers are working New York musicians who teach from the bandstand, not from a textbook, and build each lesson around a goal you set. Every membership plan includes every teacher, subject to availability, and members can switch teachers in our online portal at any time. You can see where our teachers trained on their cards below.

50+
Active teachers
13
Instruments
10+
Years teaching
20+
Studios in Manhattan & Brooklyn
Neal Perrine
Neal Perrine
Bass
9 Years
BassGuitarPianoMusic Theory
James Madison University
Ethan Cohn
Ethan Cohn
Guitar
11 years
GuitarBass
B.M. McGill University, M.M. the New School
Dan Montgomery
Dan Montgomery
Bass
16 years
Bass
B.M. University of Miami
Tal Kalman
Tal Kalman
Saxophone
10 Years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
B.M. University of the Pacific & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Joey Curreri
Joey Curreri
Trumpet
8 Years
TrumpetPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
B.M. University of Miami & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Jazz Piano
11 Years
Jazz PianoMusic TheoryCompositionImprovisation
B.A. Brown University & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Miles Mindlin
Miles Mindlin
Guitar
7 years
Guitar
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Markiian Krysa
Markiian Krysa
Drums
8 years
Drums
Municipal Academy of Music
Sasha Ripley
Sasha Ripley
Saxophone
8 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetGuitar
B.M. Berklee College of Music, M.M. UCLA
Angelina Kolobukhova
Angelina Kolobukhova
Voice
8 years
VoicePiano
B.M. Adelphi University
Yuval Amihai
Yuval Amihai
Guitar
21 years
GuitarPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
Jerusalem Academy of Music, Rimon School of Music
Jackson Potter
Jackson Potter
Guitar
12 years
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Miami, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alexandra Ridout
Alexandra Ridout
Trumpet
12 Years
TrumpetFlugelhornHorn in FBugel
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Peru Eizagirre
Peru Eizagirre
Drums
13 years
Drums
M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alden Hellmuth
Alden Hellmuth
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetOboe
B.M. University of Hartford, M.M. UCLA
Julian Brezon
Julian Brezon
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
M.M. City College of New York
Noa Chait
Noa Chait
Voice
10 years
VoicePiano
B.M. New School
Raphael Silverman
Raphael Silverman
Guitar
Experienced
Guitar
B.A. Columbia University
Ilhan Saferali
Ilhan Saferali
Piano
Experienced
PianoTrumpet
The New School
Alex Heffron
Alex Heffron
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Colorado Boulder
Quinton Cain
Quinton Cain
Drums
Experienced
Drums
B.M. Manhattan School of Music
Finn Wiest
Finn Wiest
Drums
Experienced
DrumsPercussionPiano
Marcello Cardillo
Marcello Cardillo
Drums
Experienced
DrumsComposition
B.M. & M.M. Conservatory of Amsterdam, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Michael Hilgendorf
Michael Hilgendorf
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarCompositionImprovisation
B.M. Columbia College Chicago, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Your path

From first grooves to
locked-in pockets.

Pick your style. We'll build the technique to match.

Root-note mastery, melodic bass lines, and the songs people know.

Skills
  • Root-note playing
  • Basic plucking
  • Major/minor scales
  • Reading tab
Repertoire
  • With or Without You
  • Come As You Are
  • Seven Nation Army
  • Under Pressure
Skills
  • Scale-based fills
  • Chord tones
  • Octaves & arpeggios
  • Band section work
Repertoire
  • Money (Pink Floyd)
  • Another One Bites the Dust
  • Hysteria (Muse)
  • Good Times
Skills
  • Complex fills
  • Lead bass playing
  • Advanced pick technique
  • Band leadership
Repertoire
  • Yes / Geddy Lee repertoire
  • Rush bass features
  • Complex prog
  • Original bass arrangements

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Pricing

Plans built around your schedule.

Payments processed through Stripe. Review package expiry and cancellation terms before purchasing. Compare studio memberships and lesson packages below.

Membership
Starting at
$149 / month

The ClassPass-style membership for music.

Private lessons at NYC studios. Pro and Elite include free group classes; Hobby does not. Monthly and annual payment options have different commitments.

Hobby
Two 45-min lessons / month
$99/mo annual
$149/mo monthly
Pro Best value
Four 45-min lessons / month + groups
$199/mo annual
$249/mo monthly
Elite
Four 60-min lessons / month + rental
$249/mo annual
$299/mo monthly

Annual prices are monthly equivalents, paid up front: Hobby $1,188, Pro $2,388, Elite $2,988. Monthly billing starts at $149.

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Packages
Starting at
$50 / lesson

Private 1-on-1 lessons.

Buy four or ten credits at a time. Four-lesson credits expire after 90 days; ten-lesson credits after 120 days.

Studio pricing · per lesson
30 minutes
Great for kids & quick lessons
from $50
$65 single · $50 w/ 10-pack
45 minutes Popular
Most students start here
from $65
$80 single · $65 w/ 10-pack
60 minutes
Deep practice & prep
from $80
$95 single · $80 w/ 10-pack
At-home lessons from $60/30 min on a 10-lesson package. Full price list
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Not sure which fits? Book a first lesson and we'll help you choose.

Prices shown are for NYC studio lessons and are subject to our terms of service.

For families

Two or three kids on different instruments? One teacher, one visit.

A 60-minute lesson is shared between siblings — bass for one, guitar or drums for another — and priced as one lesson. 50+ teachers, most of whom play two or more instruments.

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Instrument rentals

Need a bass? Rent one from us.

Rent an electric or upright bass from our studio. Try before you buy.

From $50/month, month to month. Subject to availability.

Our students
speak for themselves.

Don't take our word for it — look us up on Google and Yelp.

"Marcello is an amazing drum instructor! We look forward to his lesson every week!"
Zoe S. · Bass · Drums
"amazing teacher learned to play some songs on the piano right away highly recommended"
AMPM L. · Bass · Piano
"Alden is a wonderful teacher (sax for our elder and recorder for our younger). Highly recommend! And Tal runs a great ship. Really easy to deal with, price is right and incredible musicians."
Andy K. · Bass · Saxophone
"Great teacher! helped me learning the clarinet in less than a month. I’m already playing my favorite disney songs"
עדן ל. · Bass · Clarinet
"I’ve been Erika’s student now for several months. I love learning guitar from her. She is so knowledgeable and friendly. I look forward to my lesson every week. Highly recommend."
tessa F. · Bass · Guitar
"Quick & friendly service! Saved us with a last minute rental!!! Will be back forsure"
Mark G. · Bass · Music
Common questions

Bass questions, answered.

What age can kids start?

Electric bass age 8+; upright bass usually 10+ due to size.

Do I need an amp?

Yes for electric bass — a small practice amp (15-30 watts) is perfect at home.

Are online bass lessons effective?

Yes — we use multi-camera setups to see both hands, plus high-quality audio.

How much are bass lessons in Chelsea?

Your first lesson is $15 in our studio or $50 at your home. After that, in-home bass lessons in Chelsea start at $60 for 30 minutes on a 10-lesson package ($75 for a single lesson). Studio and online lessons start at $50 on a 10-lesson package ($65 single). Hobby studio membership includes two 45-minute lessons per month for $149 billed monthly, or $99/month equivalent with $1,188 paid annually. Pro and Elite include four lessons per month.

Do your teachers travel to Chelsea?

Yes. Kalman Music Lessons bass teachers travel directly to your Chelsea home for every lesson. You can also take lessons at one of our over 20 studios across Manhattan and Brooklyn, or online.

How do I book and reschedule bass lessons in Chelsea?

Kalman Music Lessons lets you book lessons online whenever you like, at least 48 hours before the lesson. You can cancel or reschedule with 24 hours' notice, and we are usually flexible when something genuinely unforeseen comes up.

Can I start bass as a complete beginner in Chelsea?

Yes. Kalman Music Lessons welcomes complete beginners of any age, children and adults alike. Lessons are one-on-one and 30, 45 or 60 minutes long, and your teacher builds a plan around your goal, starting with the basics.

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Our Locations

Home lessons & studio options

📍 Soho - by Prince Street

📍 Bed-Stuy - by the J/M/Z Myrtle Ave

📍 Bushwick - by the Wilson Ave L

📍 Crown Heights - by the Utica Ave A/C

📍 Prospect Heights - by Botanic Garden

📍 Greenpoint - by Greenpoint Ave G

📍 Upper East Side - by the 96th St 6

📍 Upper West Side - by the 1/2/3 96th St

📍 Financial District - by Wall St

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What our bass lessons feel like in Chelsea

Every bass student learns at their own pace, and lessons are shaped around the music you actually want to play. You'll build fluency in the core techniques that define the instrument, from fingerstyle and slap to pop and pick playing, while developing the rhythmic feel, timing, and sense of harmony that hold a groove together. The goal is instruction that stays engaging and rewarding, so that progress on the bass feels as creative as it does technical.

Lessons draw on the styles that keep bass players busy today, whether that's funk, jazz, rock, blues, or pop, without losing sight of the fundamentals that underpin all of them. Alongside accuracy and clean technique, real attention goes to tone, articulation, and phrasing, the things that separate a competent player from a musical one. Students are encouraged to find their own voice on the instrument while mastering the versatility that makes a bassist genuinely useful in any band.

A structured, step-by-step approach gives dedicated players a clear path forward, with every part of a lesson, from technical exercises to playing real music, tailored to the individual. That balance of discipline and room to experiment builds both competence and confidence over time. The result is a learning experience that stays enjoyable while steadily moving each student toward the goals they set for themselves.

Kalman Music Lessons pairs personalized teaching with an environment meant to be supportive and inspiring rather than intimidating. Lessons center on real skill, musical expression, and putting what you learn to practical use, giving players the tools to grow as musicians and not just as technicians. For anyone serious about the bass, it's a place to sharpen your playing while continuing to explore what you can do with the instrument.

The Kalman Music Lessons difference for bass lessons in Chelsea?

Kalman Music Lessons combines personalized instruction with a supportive, inspiring environment. Lessons focus on skill mastery, musical expression, and practical application, offering students the tools needed to thrive as bass players. With focused, personalized instruction, musicians can experience focused growth while exploring their creative potential, making it the ideal destination for serious and passionate bassists.

Learning Bass in Chelsea

Chelsea is a great place to study bass. Chelsea's gallery district doubles as a live-performance hub, with venues hosting jazz, cabaret, and chamber music alongside the visual arts. The High Line has brought even more cultural programming to the neighborhood. A mix of pre-war co-ops and newer condos; many buildings here are well-insulated, and Chelsea's central location makes teacher travel easy. Our bassists work with students of every level, from total beginners to advanced players preparing for auditions.

The neighborhood

A sophisticated west-side neighborhood where art galleries, the High Line, and Hudson River Park create a cultural corridor.

Nearby: Le Poisson Rouge (nearby in the Village) / The Joyce Theater · C/E to 23rd Street or 1 to 18th Street

Bass Lessons in Chelsea

Experience the difference of learning bass lessons in Chelsea with professional NYC musicians guiding every step.

Near The High Line, Chelsea Market, and the 14 St & 23 St (A/C/E) subway stations in Chelsea.

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★★★★★
These guys are great. I’m a musician from Dallas, TX & played a show in NYC this past weekend. Tal & Neal were nice enough to coordinate & help me out with renting a bass from them for the show! 10/10 would recommend
Jim W.bass · NYC · February 2026
★★★★★
My son absolutely LOVED his lessons with Tal. My son isn’t really a music nerd and Tal was patient with him during all of their lessons. I’ve never met a more well rounded teacher who brings my son out of his shell and encourages him to be creative!
Joie B.July 2025
★★★★★
Tal is an excellent piano teacher- very knowledgeable and patient. He helped me improve my playing while focusing on music I love and the lessons are always challenging and enjoyable. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to grow as a musician.
Hillai G.piano · April 2026
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