In Person Bass Guitar & Double Bass Lessons — Windermere & the Lake District
Learn bass with a professional musician with over 20 years experience playing with some of musics biggest names.
Based in Windermere, I teach online worldwide and locally across the Lake District — including Bowness-on-Windermere, Kendal, Ambleside, and Grasmere.
About the Academy
I’m Dan Ezard, a professional bassist with over 20 years of experience performing across the UK and internationally. I’ve worked with artists including Gabrielle, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Brian McFadden, Il Divo, Cynthia Erivo, and many more.
From my base in Windermere, I deliver structured, inspiring tuition to students locally in Bowness, Ambleside, Kendal, Grasmere, and across Cumbria, as well as remote lessons to learners throughout the UK and beyond.
Lessons & Services
All lessons are charged at £50 per hour or £25 per 30 minutes.
In-Person Lessons in Windermere
Limited local slots in Windermere designed for students from surrounding areas including Ambleside, Kendal, Grasmere, and the South Lakes.
Double Bass Coaching
Specialist work on upright bass technique, jazz walking lines, sound and intonation.
1-to-1 Online Bass Lessons
Zoom/Riverside sessions tailored to your goals: technique, groove, theory, reading, improvisation.
Why Choose Lake District Bass Academy?
- Personalised paths for beginners to pros
- Learn with an active professional musician
- Flexible online + local options in the Lake District
- Structured progress in technique, groove, reading, theory & performance
What Students Say
“Dan’s lessons transformed my playing and confidence on stage.” — Alex (online)
“Dan has transformed my bass playing and given me the skills to play with freedom and expression in multiple styles and genres” — Sarah (Cumbria)
Getting Started
- Book a free 15-minute consultation
- Choose single lessons or discounted blocks
- Start improving — online or in Windermere/South Lakes
FAQs
Do you teach complete beginners? Yes — clear foundations and practice plans.
How do online lessons work? Zoom/Riverside with follow-up resources every session.
Where are in-person lessons? Windermere with coverage for Bowness, Ambleside, Kendal, Grasmere and the wider Lake District.
Do you teach advanced/professional players? Absolutely — technique, repertoire, session skills and career mentoring.
Contact & Location
Based in Windermere, Cumbria — serving students in Bowness, Ambleside, Kendal, Grasmere and the broader Lake District.
📱 WhatsApp/Phone: 07720 838748
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