Take Music Lessons With Ben!


Ben Basile is currently available for music lessons! In person lessons are available throughout the Hudson Valley area. Video lessons are available online everywhere! Ben has been teaching music for over ten years. Ben enjoys teaching and his goal is to keep the music fun and interesting for his students! 

Lessons are available for bass guitar, upright bass, music theory, jazz theory, improvisation, composition, and beginner piano. Rates vary depending on location, duration, and frequency of lessons.

Please inquire for lesson policy, pricing, and more! 
Contact Ben at: benbasilebass@gmail.com or by using the convenient email platform on this page!

Free Bass Transcriptions:
The English Beat - Click Click
Joe Jackson - Steppin' Out
Madness - One Step Beyond
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones - Royal Oil
Operation Ivy - Freeze Up
Operation Ivy - Healthy Body
Operation Ivy - Unity
Operation Ivy - Yellin' In My Ear
The Outsiders - Time Won't Let Me 
The Selecter - On My Radio (1979)
The Slackers - Wasted Days
The Special AKA - Racist Friend
Westbound Train - Check Your Time
Westbound Train - One Day
Westbound Train - Room To Breathe


-Transcriptions are provided for free for education and historical purposes-

Studying with Ben:
"Prior to starting lessons with Ben, I was a self taught bassist using online videos... The impact of having a live instructor, especially a knowledgeable and compassionate teacher such as Ben, has dramatically increased my confidence, enjoyment of bass and most importantly, my skill level." 

"He takes every opportunity he can to remind me how amazing it is to be playing music.” 

“As a parent, I am impressed with Ben’s professionalism, flexibility, and knowledge.  He finds ways to challenge him and builds on what my son has learned in band class at school.  My son likes Ben because he is attentive, and he likes his teaching style – he has helped with his technique, and says, “Ben has been incredibly helpful and inspirational." I would highly recommend Ben as an instructor!  My son looks forward to his lesson every week!”