Music Elements offers Master Classes, Summer Camps and Music Lessions in piano, drums, guitar, voice, strings, brass, ukulele and bass. Our lessons are in-person and virtual. Whether you are a beginner or advanced student, our instructors will teach you at a pace that's right for you. Plain and simple…students have fun at our school! Let our reviews speak for us! Come join us to discover or rediscover the joys of music!
Bass Lessons
Instructors:
Justin Spicer |
Navarre |
Bill West |
Geoff Murfitt
Justin Spicer
Justin started playing guitar when he was ten years old; after developing an interest in country music as well as the music of Jimi Hendrix. He began taking private guitar lessons from a neighbor for three years; and it was during this time his teacher noted his possession of perfect pitch. After three years of playing, Justin began providing guitar and bass lessons as a means to complete the required forty community service hours to graduate to high school.
Once Justin was in high school, he became heavily involved in the school's band program; participating in the marching band, the jazz band, the concert band, and the drum-line; earning the Patrick S. Gilmore award in his sophomore year. After taking courses for guitar, piano, and music theory, he devised an independent
study course based on composition techniques ranging from Baroque to modern styles. As well as continuing to give private guitar and bass lessons, Justin also played in multiple bands outside of school; ranking top placement regularly in annual Battle of The Bands competitions, with two first-place nominations.
In 2011 Justin began his final stage of higher education at Berklee College of Music; majoring in Guitar Performance. While completing his
studies at Berklee, he still played in bands regularly; sharing bills with national touring acts such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, Puddle of
Mudd, Jackyl, and Styper, to name a few.
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Justin aso teaches
Guitar, Ukulele and Mandolin
Navarre Williams
Navarre is a multi instrumentalist
that has been studying music for nearly 20 years. Specializing in Electric Guitar, his passion for music expands more than just playing. Music
theory, recording, mixing and engineering are the other halfs of the full picture. While working at a Recording Studio, Navarre also performed
and wrote songs in bands for a Jazz Camp that the studio offered to students. Currently, Navarre offers lessons for Acoustic and Electric
Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Music Theory and Songwriting. Teaching a wide range of genres, Navarre feels he specializes most at helping the student
become true to themselves with their instruments. He believes helping them explore creativity while learning a strong foundation in the
fundamentals of harmony and technique is important.
Reviews
Ava will be leaving for college at the end of the month so her official last lesson will be next Monday August 17th. I can’t believe her time with you has come to an end!! We can’t Thank you enough for the wonderful experience she has had taking lessons with
Navarre all these years!! We appreciate all you have done to grow her as a guitarist. She will truly miss going there!! Thank you so much for everything!!!
Andrea C
Alexandros was very excited after his lesson! He felt very comfortable with Navarre and said the experience really boosted his confidence. It was wonderful to see him come out so happy and positive.
We’re very pleased and agree that this seems like a great match. Thank you for helping make that connection!
I'm writing this letter with gratitude for my son Jacob. I want to Thank
Navarre for being a great teacher for Jacob....he was attentive, encouraging, and had the
patience Jacob really needed while learning from him. Jacob had a positive lesson every week with Navarre. When the time is right again we may look into coming back,
but for now want to Thank your office too for everything you made possible.
Thank You!
Laura
I really enjoyed the lessons with Navarre. He is a wonderful instructor and an even better person. His dedication to caring about students,
remembering personal information and relating content towards my musical interest was always appreciated and meaningful. Thanks, Connor
Chris really liked his lesson yesterday. You were right,
Navarre is a good fit for him, enthusiastic but not overwhelming.
Contact Navarre
Navarre also teaches
Guitar, Ukulele and Songwriting
Bill West
With over 40 years of experience, Bill West is a dedicated musician and educator whose career has spanned genres such as Jazz, Funk, and Contemporary Christian Music.
Known for his versatile playing style and deep understanding of stringed instruments, Bill has earned a reputation as a passionate musician and mentor.
Whether through private lessons, session work, or custom musical arrangements, Bill brings a personal touch and a wealth of knowledge to every collaboration. For the
past 20 years, Bill has been teaching guitar and bass students of all ages. For his beginner students, Bill fosters a good foundation for them to work from.
Throughout his career, Bill has performed in a variety of musical settings, from intimate ensembles to larger productions, sharing his love for music and his
commitment to excellence. As an educator, he has inspired countless students, tailoring his teaching to meet the needs of players at every level—from beginners wishing
to develop strong fundamentals to experienced musicians looking to refine their technique and hone their craft.
Bill’s unique teaching approach emphasizes not just technical skill, but a true connection to the music and the instrument. His mission is to empower others to grow as
musicians while fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of music.
For Bill, music is more than a profession—it’s a lifelong passion he’s eager to share with others.
Contact Bill
Bill also teaches guitar
Geoff Murfitt
Geoff is a multidisciplinary musician and educator with more than 30 years of experience spanning professional performance, recording, private instruction, and group music programs. As a professional touring and recording bassist, he has performed nationally and internationally across a wide range of genres, venues, festivals, and recording environments. His career has included performing alongside acclaimed artists such as Grammy Award winner Joe Louis Walker, Mario Reyes of the Gipsy Kings, Boston Music Award winner Gracie Curran, as well as many regional and nationally recognized artists.
Geoff
offers private lessons in guitar, bass, and ukulele to students of all ages. His teaching combines technique, music theory, and performance while tailoring lessons to each student's interests and goals. Whether working with a beginner building a strong foundation or a more experienced player looking to develop their technique, Geoff focuses on making learning enjoyable and helping students become more confident in their playing.
As a working musician, Geoff knows that performing at a high level is about more than technique. Listening, preparation, adaptability, and learning how to work with others are all part of becoming a well-rounded musician. He brings that real-world experience into his lessons and enjoys helping students discover what makes music meaningful and exciting to them.
For Geoff, teaching is an opportunity to share his love of music, help students find their own voice, and encourage them to keep growing as musicians. He is passionate about helping students develop
a lasting connection to their instrument and the music they love.
Contact Geoff
Geoff also teaches
Guitar and Ukulele
Once Justin was in high school, he became heavily involved in the school's band program; participating in the marching band, the jazz band, the concert band, and the drum-line; earning the Patrick S. Gilmore award in his sophomore year. After taking courses for guitar, piano, and music theory, he devised an independent
study course based on composition techniques ranging from Baroque to modern styles. As well as continuing to give private guitar and bass lessons, Justin also played in multiple bands outside of school; ranking top placement regularly in annual Battle of The Bands competitions, with two first-place nominations.
In 2011 Justin began his final stage of higher education at Berklee College of Music; majoring in Guitar Performance. While completing his studies at Berklee, he still played in bands regularly; sharing bills with national touring acts such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, Puddle of Mudd, Jackyl, and Styper, to name a few.
Contact Justin
Justin aso teaches Guitar, Ukulele and Mandolin
Navarre is a multi instrumentalist
that has been studying music for nearly 20 years. Specializing in Electric Guitar, his passion for music expands more than just playing. Music
theory, recording, mixing and engineering are the other halfs of the full picture. While working at a Recording Studio, Navarre also performed
and wrote songs in bands for a Jazz Camp that the studio offered to students. Currently, Navarre offers lessons for Acoustic and Electric
Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Music Theory and Songwriting. Teaching a wide range of genres, Navarre feels he specializes most at helping the student
become true to themselves with their instruments. He believes helping them explore creativity while learning a strong foundation in the
fundamentals of harmony and technique is important.
Reviews
Ava will be leaving for college at the end of the month so her official last lesson will be next Monday August 17th. I can’t believe her time with you has come to an end!! We can’t Thank you enough for the wonderful experience she has had taking lessons with Navarre all these years!! We appreciate all you have done to grow her as a guitarist. She will truly miss going there!! Thank you so much for everything!!! Andrea CAlexandros was very excited after his lesson! He felt very comfortable with Navarre and said the experience really boosted his confidence. It was wonderful to see him come out so happy and positive. We’re very pleased and agree that this seems like a great match. Thank you for helping make that connection!
I'm writing this letter with gratitude for my son Jacob. I want to Thank Navarre for being a great teacher for Jacob....he was attentive, encouraging, and had the patience Jacob really needed while learning from him. Jacob had a positive lesson every week with Navarre. When the time is right again we may look into coming back, but for now want to Thank your office too for everything you made possible. Thank You! Laura
I really enjoyed the lessons with Navarre. He is a wonderful instructor and an even better person. His dedication to caring about students, remembering personal information and relating content towards my musical interest was always appreciated and meaningful. Thanks, Connor Chris really liked his lesson yesterday. You were right, Navarre is a good fit for him, enthusiastic but not overwhelming.
Contact Navarre
Navarre also teaches Guitar, Ukulele and Songwriting
Whether through private lessons, session work, or custom musical arrangements, Bill brings a personal touch and a wealth of knowledge to every collaboration. For the past 20 years, Bill has been teaching guitar and bass students of all ages. For his beginner students, Bill fosters a good foundation for them to work from.
Throughout his career, Bill has performed in a variety of musical settings, from intimate ensembles to larger productions, sharing his love for music and his commitment to excellence. As an educator, he has inspired countless students, tailoring his teaching to meet the needs of players at every level—from beginners wishing to develop strong fundamentals to experienced musicians looking to refine their technique and hone their craft.
Bill’s unique teaching approach emphasizes not just technical skill, but a true connection to the music and the instrument. His mission is to empower others to grow as musicians while fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of music.
For Bill, music is more than a profession—it’s a lifelong passion he’s eager to share with others.
Contact Bill
Bill also teaches guitar
Geoff is a multidisciplinary musician and educator with more than 30 years of experience spanning professional performance, recording, private instruction, and group music programs. As a professional touring and recording bassist, he has performed nationally and internationally across a wide range of genres, venues, festivals, and recording environments. His career has included performing alongside acclaimed artists such as Grammy Award winner Joe Louis Walker, Mario Reyes of the Gipsy Kings, Boston Music Award winner Gracie Curran, as well as many regional and nationally recognized artists.
Geoff offers private lessons in guitar, bass, and ukulele to students of all ages. His teaching combines technique, music theory, and performance while tailoring lessons to each student's interests and goals. Whether working with a beginner building a strong foundation or a more experienced player looking to develop their technique, Geoff focuses on making learning enjoyable and helping students become more confident in their playing.
As a working musician, Geoff knows that performing at a high level is about more than technique. Listening, preparation, adaptability, and learning how to work with others are all part of becoming a well-rounded musician. He brings that real-world experience into his lessons and enjoys helping students discover what makes music meaningful and exciting to them.
For Geoff, teaching is an opportunity to share his love of music, help students find their own voice, and encourage them to keep growing as musicians. He is passionate about helping students develop
a lasting connection to their instrument and the music they love.
Contact Geoff
Geoff also teaches Guitar and Ukulele
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