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Bass
Welcome to the BA (Hons) Creative Musicianship (Bass) course. Use the navigation below to discover what we have on offer.
How will I learn?
EXPERT BASS TUTORS
Our tutors, such as Simon Horn, are incredibly successful bassists with huge global experience both live and in the studio. Their innovative teachings and industry connections on the course give you a brilliant opportunity to better yourself as a bass player.
How will I learn?
PERFORMANCE MAKES PERFECT
At BIMM Berlin, we believe that performance is what it’s all about. So to help you develop and find your niche as a bassist, you’ll spend plenty of time on stage at end-of-term gigs, acoustic sessions, music festivals, and in our weekly live performance workshops
How will I learn?
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
To make it big as a bassist, you’ll need to know about the inner workings of the music industry. Our tutors have been there themselves, so are perfectly placed to prepare you for the business, advising on contracts, labels, and more, to ensure you leave us ‘career ready’.
BIMM is unique. A great chance to network, to meet people, to get involved and to create.Martin Stumpf, Bass Tutor
What is a day like?
Networking:
Attend the weekly ‘Betabreakfast’ at creative Kreuzberg co-working space, Betahaus, and chat to other Berlin musicians over coffee. You organise to meet up for a jam next week.
9.30 am
Connect:
DRUMS MASTERCLASS
Learn about the ins and outs of the music industry from the Kasabian drummer, Ian Matthews, who pops in to chat with students about his decade spent with one of the UK’s most successful rock bands.
12:00 pm
Lesson:
HARMONY AND THEORY
Spend the afternoon getting to grips with the foundations of harmony, theory, reading and aural, and applying them to your own music and artistic vision
3:00 pm
Gig:
CENTRE STAGE
Get behind your drum kit for BIMM Berlin’s end-of-term gig at the prestigious Privatclub, and show those A&R reps you mean business.
9:00 pm
Where will I study
FIRST-CLASS FACILITIES
BIMM Berlin’s first-class facilities for bass players include specialised practice rooms with pro-standard equipment from some of the biggest names in the business. As well as using our own facilities, you can also take advantage of rehearsal space and a superb recording studio that belong to our partners, Noisy Musicworld, just next door.
What is Berlin Like?
Where To Live?
The college is set in Berlin’s Friedrichshain district, home to plenty of good-quality, affordable student accommodation. And with the area well-served by inexpensive and reliable public transport, you can take your pick of numerous other superb districts within a short commute.
What is the City like?
Berlin is a dynamic, modern and brilliantly affordable city, where rents are low, travel is cheap and even Europe’s finest nightlife doesn’t put too much of a dent in your budget. Comfortable living expenses here can be as low as €600 per month.
What is the music scene like?
There’s a reason BIMM came to Berlin. It is simply the epicentre of the European music industry, boasting rich history and heritage, a thriving, supportive musical community, and buzzing nightlife that few cities on earth can match.
FAQs
What equipment do I need to bring?
If you’re an instrumentalist, you’ll need to bring your guitar, bass or drum sticks with you. As with any college, you’ll also need the usual notebooks and pens. All the other kit (amplifiers, drum kits etc.), will be provided for you. If you require any special equipment for learning support needs, you can discuss this with us prior to your induction.
How many hours will I be studying, and what is the lesson timetable?
You can expect around 14 hours of teaching time per week, with lessons taking place Monday to Friday, between 9am and 6pm. However, your timetable won’t be finalised until just before your induction at the end of September. In addition to lesson time, there will be extra-curricular activities too – including tutorials, gigs, industry sessions and Masterclasses. Details will be given on induction.
How much of the course is performance based vs theoretical/academic?
Detailed information can be found in the Modules section of the course page here
I don’t understand music theory very well – is this a problem?
We do test for theory understanding at audition/assessment, but we’re only looking for a basic level of understanding – so don’t worry if it’s not your strong suit. Music theory is a mandatory module for the instrumental/songwriting course anyway, so it’s something you’ll learn along the way.
Where is the college, and can I come and see it?
We’re located at Warschauer Str, 70 A, 10243, Berlin. If you’d like to come and see us, we offer tours as part of our scheduled Open Days, or we can organise a tour with you on another suitable date. Please email [email protected] to book or enquire.
Are there any scholarships or bursaries available?
Scholarships and bursaries are announced each year in August. To apply for one, you need to have already applied for your course. For updated details on scholarships and bursaries, keep an eye on the BIMM Berlin website or our Facebook page.
Are there internships or work experience opportunities available while studying?
Work placements and internships will be available in your second and third year of study. The nature of these placements will depend on what’s available at the time via our industry connections, but students have previously enjoyed internships with the likes of EMI, Metropolis, Glastonbury Festival, The Great Escape, Atlantic Records, Riverman Management.
FAQs
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Q.What equipment do I need to bring?
If you’re an instrumentalist, you’ll need to bring your guitar, bass or drum sticks with you. As with any college, you’ll also need the usual notebooks and pens. All the other kit (amplifiers, drum kits etc.), will be provided for you. If you require any special equipment for learning support needs, you can discuss this with us prior to your induction.
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Q.How many hours will I be studying, and what is the lesson timetable?
You can expect around 14 hours of teaching time per week, with lessons taking place Monday to Friday, between 9am and 6pm. However, your timetable won’t be finalised until just before your induction at the end of September. In addition to lesson time, there will be extra-curricular activities too – including tutorials, gigs, industry sessions and Masterclasses. Details will be given on induction.
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Q.How much of the course is performance based vs theoretical/academic?
Detailed information can be found in the Modules section of the course page here
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Q.I don’t understand music theory very well – is this a problem?
We do test for theory understanding at audition/assessment, but we’re only looking for a basic level of understanding – so don’t worry if it’s not your strong suit. Music theory is a mandatory module for the instrumental/songwriting course anyway, so it’s something you’ll learn along the way.
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Q.Where is the college, and can I come and see it?
We’re located at Warschauer Str, 70 A, 10243, Berlin. If you’d like to come and see us, we offer tours as part of our scheduled Open Days, or we can organise a tour with you on another suitable date. Please email [email protected] to book or enquire.
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Q.Are there any scholarships or bursaries available?
Scholarships and bursaries are announced each year in August. To apply for one, you need to have already applied for your course. For updated details on scholarships and bursaries, keep an eye on the BIMM Berlin website or our Facebook page.
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Q.Are there internships or work experience opportunities available while studying?
Work placements and internships will be available in your second and third year of study. The nature of these placements will depend on what’s available at the time via our industry connections, but students have previously enjoyed internships with the likes of EMI, Metropolis, Glastonbury Festival, The Great Escape, Atlantic Records, Riverman Management.
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