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Learn Bass with Ari: Structured, Supported, and Fun

For many years I taught one-on-one lessons and loved working closely with students.

These days, I’ve shifted my teaching energy into Cohorts and Live Practice – formats that let me help more bass players while giving you the structure, accountability, and community that make progress both effective and fun.

My methods are the foundation of two internationally bestselling books: Music Theory for the Bass Player and The Pattern System for the Bass Player. Cohorts and Live Practice take these systems off the page and into your hands.”

Cohorts:
Structured, Guided Learning

Stop Starting. Start Finishing

Courses give you the lessons. A cohort makes sure you follow through, stay motivated, and actually improve your playing.

10 weeks of structured assignments
Weekly milestones that keep you consistent
Accountability-trained coaches to help you stay on track
A supportive peer group all working toward the same goal
Proven course materials that adapt to your level — beginner or advanced

Live Practice with Ari:
Real-Time Playing Together

Practice Together, Stay Inspired

If you’re looking for something ongoing and flexible, Live Practice with Ari is the place to plug in.

Regular live practice sessions led by Ari
Huge library of recorded sessions to revisit anytime
A welcoming community of bass players worldwide
Keeps your bass in your hands, week after week

Why Groups Work So Well

Practice Together, Stay Inspired

Private lessons were powerful – and I’ve found that most players thrive even more in a group format.

Why?

Community keeps you motivated
Structure keeps you consistent
Accountability keeps you moving
Fun keeps you coming back

This is why I now put all my teaching energy into Cohorts and Live Practice.

Game changer

The cohort has been a game-changer for my practice, helping me establish a consistent, focused, and intentional routine.
The coaches, cohort, and moderator all came together to make Ari’s meticulously crafted course a wonderful experience.

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Delilah K.

Stunned

I am amazed, shocked, stunned at the amount that I learned.

C. H.

Accountability!

The cohort has made me accountable so I work steadily towards completing the course.
It adds that extra layer of accountability which serves as motivation during those times when it’s easy to put things off for ‘another day’.

Fred

For Every Level of Player

You don’t have to wonder if you’re “good enough.”
My materials aren’t divided into beginner, intermediate, or advanced.
They’re built so the same framework works at every stage:

Newer players focus on the essentials
Experienced players dig deeper and stretch further

And because the community vibe is always supportive, you’ll find it motivating to see bassists of all backgrounds working toward their goals and cheering each other on. Many students even come back for multiple rounds – because each time through, they discover new progress.

Student Voices

Accountability for the win

I had tried studying alone for years. The cohort gave me the accountability I needed to finally finish.
And it was FUN

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Joe L.

Outstanding Experience!

it has definitely been an outstanding experience, probably showing me as much about me as it did about music.

Randy F.

Transformational!

When I look back I can’t believe how far I’ve come on this journey! I wouldn’t have been able to succeed like this without your guidance!

Mike O.

Spontaneous moment in a lesson with Rick:

Rick R, spontaneous during an online lesson, used with permission

Beatle Bob on Ari's 20 Unit Course

I have wasted so much time with talented well-intended musicians who just don’t know how to teach. I feel so lucky and blessed to have found Ariane. I have never had a teacher of this caliber in any area of my life including high school and college. In this day and age, with so much content online it’s easy to get overwhelmed and distracted.

Ariane has a process. A process that is proven. It works and I feel like I have improved more in the last few months of studying with her than in the last several years. She also understands the theory behind learning. She applies that theory to every component of her teaching.

On a personal level, she is incredibly passionate about teaching and truly cares about her students getting results and enjoying the process.
She is a true gift to me and I am sure all those who come in contact with her.

Joseph Tumolo

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Ready to play better?

Whether you want the structure of a 12-week Cohort or the flexibility of Live Practice, you’ll find the support, accountability, and joy you need to truly improve your playing.