Stop playing bass like a guitarist. In this guided Learning Pathway, Jonathan will equip you with an essential set of bass skills that'll serve you in any musical scenario.
Learn from the best
Jonathan is a masterful bassist and educator with a knack for helping guitarists transfer their 6-string skills to bass.
- Learn how to lock into a drum groove.
- Start thinking and playing like a bassist.
- Tackle fundamental and advanced bass techniques.
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Meet your mentor
Jonathan Colman
Jonathan Colman is a Philadelphia-based bassist, educator, and performer.
His penchant for groove-based improvisation and effects pedals finds a home in the power trio Muscle Tough, whose octave-switching madness blurs the lines between guitar and bass.
Jonathan has a BA in Jazz Performance from Duquesne University. He has been touring and teaching regularly since graduating in 2008.
With his unique experience on both bass and guitar, Jonathan is the perfect fit to help fill in the gaps keeping your bass playing from sounding truly authentic.
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