Andrew Dalkin
Profession: Lawyer
Bass Lessons: 2021 - Present
Shows Played: 3
Songs Played Live: 17
Songs Recorded: 14
Since my college days, I’ve always wanted to learn to play the bass. I initially took lessons from another instructor, but after my wife and I moved away, I needed to find someone new. Luckily, I found Mike!
Since I started taking lessons from Mike in 2021, my skills have improved more than I ever imagined. Mike’s teaching method seamlessly incorporates theory/fundamentals into practical application by teaching musical categories and Mike has us play songs that embody the concepts he’s teaching. This approach makes learning theory/fundamentals much more enjoyable.
Mike’s setup is fantastic—he has a full recording studio in his basement where our lessons take place. He records us playing the songs, edits them and sends us the recordings to listen to. He doesn’t just hand us songs to play; he provides different versions of each song based on our skill level, from easy to the actual song. This way, we can start with an easier version and work our way up without getting frustrated.
One of the coolest aspects of taking lessons from Mike is the bi-annual shows we put on with other students. It’s like being in a real band! Since I started, I’ve played in three shows and learned and performed nearly 20 songs. It’s an incredible experience!
In the few years I’ve been learning from Mike, my progress has exceeded my wildest dreams. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to seriously improve their bass playing skills.