Study Bass With Joey Mitchell

You’re studying with an experienced full time working and performing musician.

Since 2006, I’ve made my living playing music, performing on electric and upright bass. I’ve performed and recorded with numerous songwriters, in various jazz combos, rock bands, country bands, and in a variety of acoustic duos and trios. I have a Bachelor’s degree in music from UMBC where I studied jazz and classical performance as well as music education. I’ve toured all over the U.S. and Europe as well as been a regular part of the music scene here in Maryland performing 5-6 gigs on average per week. 

We’ll work together to help you understand and connect with music through the upright bass and/or electric bass. I know what it takes to be a successful performing bassist and my curriculum is rooted in that. I teach concepts through repertoire instead of method books. We’ll analyze the music we learn and learn how to incorporate the aspects of it that you love into your playing to develop you into the musician you want to be. Music theory and training the ear will be a crucial part of this. Some basic music reading will also be important if for no other reason than one must be able to read in order to write and music transcription is one of the best ways to train your ear and digest material. While I have my favorite pieces that I like to use to teach various concepts, we'll base the curriculum on your current musical goals and the songs you love. Are you performing in a band or ensemble currently? What better way to learn and retain the information than through the material you’re actively applying. 

I am currently accepting new students. Lessons are available at my home studio in Pasadena, Maryland or online via Skype or Zoom. Feel free to message me through the contact page on this site with any questions.