The upright bass or also known as the double bass, is a string instrument that has superseded its popularity as an orchestra staple to being more known and are a mainstay in jazz and bluegrass music. The bass is the main instrument of the owner of Sweet Music Academy, Jay Sweet. The double bass still serves an important role in orchestras, whether in classical music or film scores (everyone’s familiar with the sound of Jaws, where the upright bass is featured). Upright bassists typically traverse genres and may even pick up the electric bass to further diversify their skills. Since there are no frets, many advanced electric bass players may opt to learn the upright bass to gain the skill of improved pitch or bowing.
Our Upright Bass instructors provide a solid curriculum for students of all levels to follow along, gaining musicianship combined with advances techniques along the way no matter which genres they focus on.