Junichi's Bass Lesson

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Hi! I'm a working musician living in Brooklyn, I grew up in Japan and I graduated from Berklee College of Music where I studied bass performance. I'm currently endorsed by Michael Tobias Design (MTD USA) and La Bella Strings, and I tour with Lisa Lisa, performing in packed arenas across the country. I also had the honor of co-hosting a bass seminar in Japan with the legendary Paul Jackson of The Headhunters. Throughout my career, I’ve collaborated with a diverse range of internationally recognized artists, including Rotimi, Skales, Bisa Kdei, Okyeame Kwame, Ycee, Efya, Praiz, 9ice, and DJ Tunez, among others. I’ve been teaching bass for over a decade and have worked in music education with organizations such as CampJam. My teaching focuses on bass oriented theory, ear training, technique, sight-reading, improvisation, and expanding your song repertoire. I encourage all my students to bring in any classic bass lines of any different styles to learn and help them to develop a love for music! I always enjoy seeing progress of students becoming great musicians!

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Hired 15 times

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Marco R.

Oct 20, 2020

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Junichi is an amazing player and an even better instructor. I enjoy his approach to improving my playing by helping me find my own “voice”. He’s showing me the fundamentals and selecting songs for me to learn that can help me to apply them. I can feel my confidence and technique improving from lesson to lesson. Junichi is a wonderful guide to exploring this instrument and I’m sure he will help you improve no matter where you are on your bass journey.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, the student can read music • Jazz • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Randy V.

Jul 6, 2017

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Today was my first bass lesson with Junichi. After carefully reviewing all my options all I have to say is I'm extremely satisfied. From the moment I arrived he made me feel right at home and started playing a song by Harabe de palo: La Flaca which I've always wanted to learn. I was impressed with Junichi's ability to keep me relaxed throughout the entire lesson. He pointed out several software programs he uses with students to facilitate the learning process and maximized use of time. Can't wait till my next lesson! We need more instructors like Junichi!

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Barbara A.

Nov 15, 2017

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Excellent teacher -- I came with zero experience in playing instruments, and he is patient and very good at explaining, mixing fun songs to learn with music theory. Been learning from Junichi for a month and a half and I really enjoy bass.

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Willard J.

Aug 2, 2015

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Finally found someone that i can vibe with and ask questions while I hone my passion on the instrument. Great instructor. Looking forward to many... many more lessons.

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David M.

May 5, 2021

I can't give Junichi enough praise! I would add value and punctuality if they let me. Junichi is the teacher you are looking for! He is patient but he pushes me to be the best bass player I can be. In the last few months I've seen marked improvement in all areas of musicianship in reading ability, ear training and physical dexterity on the bass. Junichi is always prepared for class and communicates well during the class. Definitely check him out! You'll love it!

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Junichi Arima

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$60/h for one on one, $90 for two people. I offer a free trial lesson.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I have a free trial lesson, I usually talk and play together, so I can find the taste what my students like/looking for to learn.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Graduated from Berklee College of Music .

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