Ari’s Reading System

Ari's Reading System

Master reading music the Ari-way!
Based on shapes and understanding, get confident quickly all over the fretboard.
Let reading become intuitive and even deepen your pocket!

Why learn to read?

By learning to read an entirely new world opens up: 

  • Learn new repertoire and styles
  • Access tunes in a new way
  • Read not only bass lines, but melodies, too!
  • Transcribe your favorite songs and make great shortcut charts!
  • Write your own bass lines
  • An entirely new level of gigs can come your way!

Why learn to read with Ari?

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  • Part of a system that builds confidence via understanding
  • Fun and instantly usable
  • No more cumbersome spot placing of notes
  • Rhythm reading and pitch reading made easy
  • Feel the notes, no need to constantly look at the fretboard

Discover a revolutionary approach to mastering music reading, where theory and fretboard knowledge seamlessly converge. Ari’s reading system is intuitive, fast and complete. 

This system aligns perfectly with Ari and Wolf’s other courses and systems, be it the Rhythm Matrix or the Pattern System. All systems go hand in hand and reinforce each other. 

This reading method will build your confidence and skills to navigate the fretboard with ease. Whether you’re aiming to enhance your reading fluency or prepare you for the Pattern System, this approach sets you up for smooth, musical playing across the fingerboard.

No need to have mastered the theory and no need to have mastered the pattern system or rhythm matrix.

All these systems reinforce each other. Suitable for low intermediate and up. For this class, you need to know your intervals, that’s it!

Ari's Reading System

👎 No more “translating notes into note names” and then trying to “find the note name on the fretboard” – which is a terribly round-about way to learn reading. 

👍 Instead, use the shape-based theory knowledge you gleaned from Ari’s Theory teachings and put them into action! 

🤩 Ari’s innovative system transforms the reading process into an intuitive and enjoyable experience, allowing you to read fluently without constantly glancing at the fretboard.

By integrating reading directly with your understanding of the fretboard, this method makes reading music feel natural and effortless and achieves more than just reading proficiency: it reinforces fretboard knowledge and the theory you are learning. 

Ari's Reading System

This is an extraordinary opportunity to study reading LIVE with Ari. Recordings available and future upgrades included for free!

live sessions are Mondays
June 16 to August 25, 2025 (no class 6-23) 11:30 AM (PST) / 2:30 PM (EST)

It's for you if you are ready to...

  • Add an awesome skill to your bass tool kit: reading!
  • Reinforce theory, fretboard knowledge and rhythm in musical contexts
  • Prerequisites: know your intervals
  • Prerequisites: know your intervals

$355

Installment plans available: click Affirm during checkout.

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30 day money back guarantee
secure checkout

We offer a no-questions-asked money back guarantee so your commitment is risk free for 30 days. Try it on for size and you’re not completely convinced that this course is right for you, I will promptly refund your money.
Founding Members have access to this course through their active membership.
There are no refunds on the cohort portion (when offered) because space is limited.

Our checkout is secure with Stripe!

Reading the Ari Way...

  • Reinforces your theory knowledge
  • Makes you internalize the fretboard (read without looking!)
  • Means you read phrases, not spot place notes
  • Is easy!

What's included

  • 10 LIVE sessions plus recordings
  • Jamtracks, PDFs, diagrams
  • Pattern System Lite
  • All future course upgrades

Traditional Methods

Ari's Method

Not tailored to the symmetric bass fretboard
Made for the bass fretboard; shape based learning
Spot placing every note is cumbersome and difficult
Reading by intervals is much easier
Examples make no attempt at being musical
Reading examples have musical meaning from day 1
Not tied to learning the fretboard
Directly tied to learning the fretboard
Passive learning through just reading
Active learning, tying in improvising, writing, composing
Mostly reading score, devoid of chord symbols
Integrating a wide variety of charts bassists face
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It's for you if you are ready to...

  • Add an awesome skill to your bass tool kit: reading!
  • Reinforce theory, fretboard knowledge and rhythm in musical contexts
  • Prerequisites: know your intervals
  • Prerequisites: know your intervals

$355

Installment plans available: click Affirm during checkout.

Sign up
30 day money back guarantee
secure checkout

We offer a no-questions-asked money back guarantee so your commitment is risk free for 30 days. Try it on for size and you’re not completely convinced that this course is right for you, I will promptly refund your money.
Founding Members have access to this course through their active membership.
There are no refunds on the cohort portion (when offered) because space is limited.

Our checkout is secure with Stripe!

Reading the Ari Way...

  • Reinforces your theory knowledge
  • Makes you internalize the fretboard (read without looking!)
  • Means you read phrases, not spot place notes
  • Is easy!

What's included

  • 10 LIVE sessions plus recordings
  • Jamtracks, PDFs, diagrams
  • Pattern System Lite
  • All future course upgrades

Ari’s Rhythm Matrix

Ariane Caps Rhythm Matrix

Ari's Rhythm Matrix

Groove is what hooked us in the first place. Now it’s time to own it.

Feel the Beat. Fix Your Timing. Grow Your Groove.

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Many musicians assume their rhythm is solid – until they (or worse, their bandmates!) realize something’s just a little off.

The difference between good and great groove is subtle but game-changing. It’s not about how many notes you play or how much theory you know – it’s about how it feels.

  • If your fills don’t quite land…
  • If you get lost or feel like something’s off but can’t explain why…
  • If syncopation throws you off
  • or you've been told to “play less” even when your lines seem solid

then rhythm is the missing piece.

Often the focus is on what to play, but not how to make it groove.
That’s where Ari’s Rhythm Matrix comes in.

You’ll build your internal clock, sharpen your rhythmic intuition, and reach new levels of precision so you can stop second-guessing your timing and start playing with clarity, creativity, and intention.

If you want to truly lock in, rhythm has to live in your body – not just your head.

Rhythmic creativity and counting use different parts of the brain.

Counting relies on the analytical side, which can disrupt the creative flow tied to the intuitive and imaginative side of the mind.

Ari’s method bridges this gap by systematically training your rhythmic instincts, that results in rhythm that feels natural and fluid, and becomes expressive.

Why Groove Practice Matters

It’s not the number of notes that makes a great groove.
No amount of theory or flashy scales can make something feel good.

The “groove,” the “pocket,” the “feel” – these elusive concepts drive the music and forge a deep connection between players and listeners.

Yet rhythm, the foundation of it all, is often misunderstood or dismissed as simply an innate talent.

The truth? Rhythm is a skill that can (and must) be practiced, refined, and mastered because it changes everything: 
When it’s solid, your playing feels grounded, musical, and alive.

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That's where Ari's Rhythm Matrix comes in.

Ariane Cap's Rhythm Matrix

What is the Rhythm Matrix?

It is a step-by-step method that teaches 16 simple rhythmic patterns, which unlock the entire world of binary rhythms. Ari teaches those using a simple trick that helps you get them into your body with ease.

Why is it vital for bassists?

  • Fixes issues like a sloppy feel, dropping beats or getting lost
  • Develops a natural sense of time and groove that feels effortless
  • Spices up your grooves with accents, syncopations and creative figures
  • Understanding rhythm and feeling it in your gut supercharges your precision, accuracy, tightness

How does it work?

  • This is a 10-unit self-study course. We also run cohorts, offered twice a year.
  • Lifetime access to the teaching videos, PDFs, practice guides, jamtracks, awesome sample grooves in your favorite styles
  • And, you get access to rhythm animations, Practice tools like the Supermetronome, Groove Gym, and specific PORA drills

What you'll experience

  • Master 16 rhythmic shapes that form the backbone of all binary rhythms
  • Internalize these rhythmic shapes systematically through exercises that get them into your body
  • Diagnose and fix timing issues in your playing with practical tools
  • Build grooves that are locked-in, natural, creative and deeply satisfying
  • This class is also great for your Rhythm Reading Skills
  • We also cover more advanced topics such as odd meters, complex syncopated rhythms, a variety of swing feels, polyrhythms and practicing to spacious click patterns

Here's What Ari's Students are Saying...

I just finished Ari’s Rhythm Course and I can’t stop thinking about how awesome it was.
She has come up with such a great way to get the rhythms into your body.

Ari teaches us to feel the subdivisions in our bodies using words. It’s so simple but so deep at the same time. I loved the songs she used to teach us examples from the rhythm matrix and the idea that you can isolate the rhythms from those songs and use them when you are practicing other material.

Thanks so much Ariane Cap for your brilliant, creative teaching!!!
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Tracie WhitelawBassist
First of all I wanted to tell you how much I've learned in our class and it has really help me understand the rhythms. Your teaching methods are amazing.

I now find myself trying to identify the rhythm patterns on tunes as I drive to work and transcribing some of the bass lines that constantly bounce around my head.
Chris N.
Chris N.Professional Bassist and Educator
Over the past six years, I’ve tried many different teachers with their different teaching methods, and time after time, I return to Ari’s courses. I have come to realize that this is the only place I need to be to learn everything I need to continue growing in this journey.

She has the most impressive process of instruction. She obviously loves to teach. All her courses are interconnected.
No matter which piece of the puzzle you focus on, whether it be theory, rhythm, patterns of the fretboard, technique, etc., she manages to include insights into all the other aspects of what she has to offer. It’s a beautiful thing.
Laura B
Laura Bbassist
I started using the Rhythm Matrix approach to Sight Reading and Transcribing Rhythms from Audio. The counting "1 + 2 +, 1 e a +" drove me crazy when reading and transcribing rhythms.

The Rhythm Matrix makes my job so easy when reading, and figure the rhythm when listening in the car.
SLM
SLMBassist

Join a Cohort! Next Start: September 5th!

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Rhythm Matrix

Would you like support, feedback, and community?

Ready to bring your rhythm skills to life?
Join a group of dedicated bassists for 12 weeks of momentum, accountability, and support.

You’ll watch the course videos (five units) on your own schedule, post weekly homework by a deadline, and move through the material together - step by step.
Get encouragement from your peers, personalized guidance from a success coach, and connect with Ari in 3 live Zoom sessions.
New material drops every other week, and you can choose to focus on Units 1-5 or 6-10. Let’s groove - together.

Why do this as a Cohort?

  • Accountability, deadlines, community
  • Time commitment: 5 times a week 45 minutes to practice in your own time
  • Three Meetings with Ari
  • All meetings archived should you miss one
  • It's a ton of fun!
  • Kick off meeting, 10 weeks of course materials, finals = 12 weeks total

Cohort Starts September 5th 2025!

Course only

10 Unit Course for self study
$ Installment plans available with Affirm
  • Proven System built for just bass players
  • Over 12 hours of bite-size, immersive video lessons
  • Jam tracks, PDFs
  • Groove Gym, Animations, Special Drills
Start Learning

Course + Cohort

You don't own the course yet
$ Installment plans available with Affirm
  • Proven System built for just bass players
  • Over 12 hours of bite-size, immersive video lessons
  • Jam tracks, PDFs
  • Groove Gym, Animations, Special Drills
  • Structured assignments for 12 weeks doing 5 Units
  • Community and a personally assigned success coach
  • 3 Meetings with Ari, Finals = 12 weeks total
  • Motivation, momentum, and a real finish line
Get The Full Package
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Cohort Add-on only

You already own the course
$ Installment plans available with Affirm
  •  
  • Structured assignments for 12 weeks doing 5 Units
  • Community and a personally assigned success coach
  • 3 Meetings with Ari, Finals = 12 weeks total
  • Motivation, momentum, and a real finish line
Join the Cohort
30 day money back guarantee
secure checkout

We offer a no-questions-asked money back guarantee so your commitment is risk free for 30 days. Try it on for size and you’re not completely convinced that this course is right for you, I will promptly refund your money.
There are no refunds for the cohort portion of this course as space is limited.

Our checkout is secure with Stripe!

Ari's Rhythm Matrix Course

$325

  • 10 hours of bite-sized BRAND NEW teaching videos with Ari
  • Jamtracks and Assets
  • PDFs with TAB and notation
  • Groove Builder Tools and Animations
  • Groove Gym and Super Metronome
  • Lifetime access to the Course Materials
One Payment of $325
Three Installments of $120
correct background guarantee 14 days
secure checkout

We offer a no-questions-asked money back guarantee so your commitment is risk free for 14 days. Try it on for size and if you’re not completely convinced that this series is right for you, I will promptly refund your money. 

We use Stripe, a highly secure checkout system!

Ariane Cap's Rhythm Matrix

Master rhythm, internalize the groove, and transform your bass playing
with Ari’s Rhythm Matrix

You get all this:

  • The Binary Rhythm Matrix explained
  • Application and Practice
  • Transform your groove with the Groove Gym, animations, PORA practice
  • Never run out of creative rhythmic ideas!
  • Systematic, consistent, step-by-step learning path
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Questions & Answers About Ari's Rhythm Matrix

If you thrive on community and could use a bit of accountability, join a cohort! It is a lot of fun to be in lockstep with others and watch each other’s video submissions.

We truly have all levels, from beginners to advanced, and the vibe is super supportive! All just here learning, pushing beyond our edge!

By joining a cohort you get lifetime access to the course materials and ten weeks of cohort support, which include 3 live meetings with Ari.  

Beginners and intermediate. Even advanced players often struggle with optimizing their rhythm. 

No. You will learn to read rhythms in a playful way in this class. And if you have a reading background you will love the tips Ari has for you for tough syncopated rhythms!

We are confident that this course will provide immense value. That’s why we offer a 30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee. If, within the first 30 days of your purchase, you decide that this program isn’t the right fit for you, simply reach out, and we’ll promptly issue a full refund—no hassle, no hard feelings.

The Cohort portion of the course is non-refundable. 

COHORT VERSION: Questions & Answers About Ari's Rhythm Matrix

You need your bass and an internet connection!

They will get recorded and you can watch them later. You get lifetime access to the course!

Beginners and intermediate. Even advanced players often struggle with optimizing their rhythm. 

No. You will learn to read rhythms in a playful way in this class. And if you have a reading background you will love the tips Ari has for you for tough syncopated rhythms!

We are confident that this course and its associated 10-week Practice Groups will provide immense value. That’s why we offer a 14-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee. If, within the first 14 days of your purchase, you decide that this program isn’t the right fit for you, simply reach out, and we’ll promptly issue a full refund—no hassle, no hard feelings.

Please note that after the initial 14-day guarantee period has passed, no refunds or credits will be issued, including for missed live sessions. By purchasing the course and practice group combo, participants acknowledge that it is their responsibility to attend the scheduled live sessions. We will provide reminders and schedules in advance to support your participation.

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Without Ari

With Ari

Counting out rhythms but not feeling them
Getting rhythm into your body and relying on your intuition
Getting lost
Grooving with Confidence
Being told to play less
Playing not only with good taste but also with good time
Feeling like your bass lines don't "flow"
Connecting with the other musicians and experiencing delicious flow and connection
Feeling stuck playing the same rhythmic patterns
Coming up with endless creative fills & grooves in the moment
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Hi. I’m Ari.

Bassist, author, educator. Groove enthusiast and learning nerd.

As a bassist, I have toured/played/recorded with a variety of rock, Jazz, and funk bands, I have worked with some incredible producers (Keith Olsen) and musicians (Paul Hanson, Muriel Anderson) and I toured Brazil with Stu Hamm as a duo.

As a bass teacher, I have taught at London Bass Day, Gerald Veasley’s Bass Boot Camp, SBL, Truefire, notreble… I even ran my own music school for a few years before gigs took me back on the road.

One thing to know about me is that I teach because I am absolutely fascinated with the learning process. And I am obsessed with helping others realize their musical potential.

When I started playing bass, I excelled very quickly because I had an amazing teacher who taught me using a powerful method. This method transformed my playing so quickly that I passed a bunch of high-level university auditions and even tested out of entire classes at university even though I had been playing for only a very short time.

That’s what, many years later turned into one of my books, co-written with Wolf Wein, called “The Pattern System for the Bass Player”. I created entire systems of learning based on some of these ideas and wrote books and created courses together with Wolf. Our bass books have sold over 30,000 copies and garnered rave reviews.

I started teaching online in 2009 and have embraced technology as a powerful learning tool since then, never losing sight of the importance of providing feedback and personalized guidance to learners.

I also utilize the power of learning in groups and with support: check out our Cohorts and Practice Memberships. 

Read more…

Don't miss a beat, sign up now!
 Cohort Kick Off Meeting is on September 5th!

Course only

10 Unit Course for self study
$ Installment plans available with Affirm
  • Proven System built for just bass players
  • Over 12 hours of bite-size, immersive video lessons
  • Jam tracks, PDFs
  • Groove Gym, Animations, Special Drills
Start Learning

Course + Cohort

You don't own the course yet
$ Installment plans available with Affirm
  • Proven System built for just bass players
  • Over 12 hours of bite-size, immersive video lessons
  • Jam tracks, PDFs
  • Groove Gym, Animations, Special Drills
  • Structured assignments for 12 weeks doing 5 Units
  • Community and a personally assigned success coach
  • 3 Meetings with Ari, Finals = 12 weeks total
  • Motivation, momentum, and a real finish line
Get The Full Package
Most Popular

Cohort Add-on only

You already own the course
$ Installment plans available with Affirm
  •  
  • Structured assignments for 12 weeks doing 5 Units
  • Community and a personally assigned success coach
  • 3 Meetings with Ari, Finals = 12 weeks total
  • Motivation, momentum, and a real finish line
Join the Cohort
30 day money back guarantee
secure checkout

We offer a no-questions-asked money back guarantee so your commitment is risk free for 30 days. Try it on for size and you’re not completely convinced that this course is right for you, I will promptly refund your money.
There are no refunds for the cohort portion of this course as space is limited.

Our checkout is secure with Stripe!

Want a taste of the groove? Here are three sample moments
from the Rhythm Matrix.

Precision is everything. From understanding a groove to nailing it!

Rhythm animation for every single groove matrix element. And how to practice them precisely!

Step by step to nailing syncopations!

Ari's Rhythm Matrix Course

$325

  • 10 hours of bite-sized BRAND NEW teaching videos with Ari
  • Jamtracks and Assets
  • PDFs with TAB and notation
  • Groove Builder Tools and Animations
  • Groove Gym and Super Metronome
  • Lifetime access to the Course Materials
One Payment of $325
Three Installments of $120
correct background guarantee 14 days
secure checkout

We offer a no-questions-asked money back guarantee so your commitment is risk free for 14 days. Try it on for size and if you’re not completely convinced that this series is right for you, I will promptly refund your money. 

We use Stripe, a highly secure checkout system!

Ariane Cap's Rhythm Matrix

Master rhythm, internalize the groove, and transform your bass playing
with Ari’s Rhythm Matrix

You get all this:

  • The Binary Rhythm Matrix explained
  • Application and Practice
  • Transform your groove with the Groove Gym, animations, PORA practice
  • Never run out of creative rhythmic ideas!
  • Systematic, consistent, step-by-step learning path

Beginner Evolution

Learn Bass Guitar With Ari's
All-New Beginner Course

Build Confidence, Master the Basics, and Start Playing With Ease!

This is a GREAT first step to start with Ari!

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Next LIVE Practice Group round starting on February 12th, 2025

*Participation in the LIVE sessions is optional but recommended. Recordings provided.

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Some people hear ‘fast track’ and think it means overwhelming, but in Bass Evolution, it means learning efficiently without stress.
Ari’s best methods are broken down into small, digestible steps—even the ‘hard’ stuff—so progress feels natural and achievable.

What You'll Learn

This course isn’t just about playing songs and cool grooves; it’s about real progress.
We’ll move at a comfortable pace, ensuring you enjoy the journey while building essential skills like:

  • Understanding Music Theory
  • Power Practice: How to practice for progress!
  • Improvise and play freely
  • Find your notes on the fretboard with ease
  • Developing Solid Technique
  • Grasping rhythm and groove
  • Fun Songs and Grooves from Blues to Reggae to Rock!

Unlike courses that are purely for entertainment with no real structure, Beginner Evolution offers a blend of enjoyable play-along sessions and structured skill-building.

If you’re looking for more than just casual jamming and are serious about making real progress—without it being overly intense—this course is for you.

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Why Choose these Sessions?

  • Fun and engaging lessons designed specifically for beginners
  • Lifetime access to the course content so you can learn at your own pace
  • Proven methods taught by Ariane Cap, an internationally acclaimed bass educator
  • Bitesized video lessons with a great balance of fun bass lines and nuts and bolts you need!
  • Access to downloadable PDFs, practice guides, jamtracks, and more
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The next LIVE Ten Week Practice Group starts on February 12th 2025
Work Ari's BRAND NEW Course with support

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Here's What Ari's Students are Saying...

I found Ariane Cap after attending her session on SBL. Bought her book "Music Theory for the Bass Player".

In the surf band (they needed a bass player) my tabs were done for me and I had to memorize everything, not knowing the layout of the fretboard and always wondering why notes were a certain way.

After buying Aris book and taking her courses it really opened up freedom on the fretboard for me.

I became more comfortable with the fretboard and the musical notes.

Ari’s courses are very well structured with a wealth of information.

On a personal note I have a medical background and Ari’s courses opened up a whole different way of thinking.

Realized you're never too old to learn and I have definitely enjoyed the journey. You absolutely get more than what you pay and its a great lifetime investment.
Paula Warren
Paula WarrenBassist
Ari's personality and passion for bass, and for you as a player and a person, shines through in abundance, making you feel comfortable regardless of your learning pace.

No matter where you are in your musical journey, Ari has the ability to connect with you on your level and pull you further along your path.
Al Bader
Al BaderProfessional Bassist and Educator
Thank you for finally providing quality bass instruction that gives students material to practice. There is so much information out about theory, but what really lacks is proper curriculum (which you have now provided).

Without guidance on WHAT to practice right now, students become overwhelmed with information and don’t know what to practice first, how long to practice, or when to move on.

Practice is EVERYTHiNG, but without knowing what to physically practice it is so easy to get lost, confused, and frustrated.

Thank you for providing that structure that is much needed for the student!
Paul Wright
Paul Wrightbassist
I just want to let you know, that I sat for 4 hours playing on the groove and fill and the exchange. Plus a few of you other finger exercises. I love the pinky exercises. Anyway, if your course keeps going like it has so far. I’m going to really excited.[...]

I just love your approach!!!

 Anyway glad I signed up!!!
Dana G
Dana GBassist

Join over 10,000 beginner bass players who’ve transformed their skills with Ari!

The Bass Evolution Course

$295

  • 71 bite-sized BRAND NEW teaching videos with Ari
  • Jamtracks and Assets
  • PDFs with TAB and notation
  • Lifetime access to the Course Materials

Take the first step toward your bass playing goals. Sign up today and start learning with support!

One Payment of $295

Installment plans available: click Affirm or Klarna during checkout.

30 day money back guarantee
secure checkout

We offer a no-questions-asked money back guarantee so your commitment is risk free for 30 days. Try it on for size and you’re not completely convinced that this course is right for you, I will promptly refund your money.
Founding Members have access to this course through their active membership.

Our checkout is secure with Stripe!

Kickstart your bass journey & have a blast!

  • Theory, technique, bass lines, fun!
  • All access pass to all course materials
  • All new course recordings with Ari!
  • Relaxed vibe and steady progress
  • Systematic, consistent, step-by-step

Without Ari

With Ari

You're trapped in endless copying and rote learning, struggling to find your own voice on the bass.
Create your own grooves from day one, enjoying deep practice for fast results and keeps you motivated.
Most theory books will force you to learn to read first.
Not fun, not practical!
Master practical theory on the fretboard first, making reading music a breeze when you're ready to tackle it.
Confusing theory concepts like WWHWWWH, leave you frustrated and wondering how to apply them.
Theory is scale degrees and sounds that we make grooves from -> This is fun, applicable and useful!
Your technique and fingering take a back seat while you grapple with theory, leading to bad habits that hold you back.
Technique training for relaxation and awareness drills from day 1 -> No bad habits!
You feel overwhelmed by top-down instruction that doesn't connect theory to real music. Practice feels like a chore.
You feel like you explore & discover theory on your own and uncover your own unique ways of playing
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Questions & Answers About The Beginners Masterclasses

Yes! Check our schedule for our next Cohort offering.

Beginners and low intermediate. This class starts from scratch. 

Yes!

We are confident that this course and its associated 10-week Practice Groups will provide immense value. That’s why we offer a 14-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee. If, within the first 14 days of your purchase, you decide that this program isn’t the right fit for you, simply reach out, and we’ll promptly issue a full refund—no hassle, no hard feelings.

Please note that after the initial 14-day guarantee period has passed, no refunds or credits will be issued for missed live sessions. By purchasing the course and practice group combo, participants acknowledge that it is their responsibility to attend the scheduled live sessions. We will provide reminders and schedules in advance to support your participation.

Secure my Spot

Hi. I’m Ari.

Bassist, author, educator. Groove enthusiast and learning nerd.

As a bassist, I have toured/played/recorded with a variety of rock, Jazz, and funk bands, I have worked with some incredible producers (Keith Olsen) and musicians (Paul Hanson, Muriel Anderson) and I toured Brazil with Stu Hamm as a duo.

As a bass teacher, I have taught at London Bass Day, Gerald Veasley’s Bass Boot Camp, SBL, Truefire, notreble… I even ran my own music school for a few years before gigs took me back on the road.

One thing to know about me is that I teach because I am absolutely fascinated with the learning process. And I am obsessed with helping others realize their musical potential.

When I started playing bass, I excelled very quickly because I had an amazing teacher who taught me using a powerful method. This method transformed my playing so quickly that I passed a bunch of high-level university auditions and even tested out of entire classes at university even though I had been playing for only a very short time.

That’s what, many years later turned into one of my books, co-written with Wolf Wein, called “The Pattern System for the Bass Player”. I created entire systems of learning based on some of these ideas and wrote books and created courses together with Wolf. Our bass books have sold over 30,000 copies and garnered rave reviews.

I started teaching online in 2009 and have embraced technology as a powerful learning tool since then, never losing sight of the importance of providing feedback and personalized guidance to learners.

I also utilize the power of learning in groups: our first cohort with volunteer coaches ran in 2018, and Practice Groups started in 2020. Our practice memberships have been going strong since 2022. 

Read more…

The Bass Evolution Course

$295

  • 71 bite-sized BRAND NEW teaching videos with Ari
  • Jamtracks and Assets
  • PDFs with TAB and notation
  • Lifetime access to the Course Materials

Take the first step toward your bass playing goals. Sign up today and start learning with support!

One Payment of $295

Installment plans available: click Affirm or Klarna during checkout.

30 day money back guarantee
secure checkout

We offer a no-questions-asked money back guarantee so your commitment is risk free for 30 days. Try it on for size and you’re not completely convinced that this course is right for you, I will promptly refund your money.
Founding Members have access to this course through their active membership.

Our checkout is secure with Stripe!

Kickstart your bass journey & have a blast!

  • Theory, technique, bass lines, fun!
  • All access pass to all course materials
  • All new course recordings with Ari!
  • Relaxed vibe and steady progress
  • Systematic, consistent, step-by-step