Upcoming Live Courses
Click on each course to find out session dates, what each session entails, who it's for and what you'll learn.
Intro to Bass course
€90.00
April 2025
What is it?
A 5 week intensive course that will cover everything you need to start your journey on the bass guitar, no matter whether you have a mini bass, u bass or full size electric bass. What you'll learn is applicable for all.
Who is it for?
It's for anyone picking up a bass for the first time, whether this is your first instrument or whether you're a ukulele player looking to start your bass journey.
What is the outcome?
You'll have a solid technique and foundation on the bass, with knowledge on how to accompany other musicians as a bass player.
Weekly Breakdown:
- Week 1 - Getting into the groove (rhythm patterns)
- Week 2 - Unlocking the fretboard with octaves
- Week 3 - Adding layers to your basslines
- Week 4 - Learning your chords (arpeggios)
- Week 5 - Composing your own basslines
The course takes place live on Zoom on the following dates:
Apr 5th (Saturday) 8pm CET
Apr 12th (Saturday) 8pm CET
Apr 19th (Saturday) 8pm CET
Apr 26th (Saturday) 8pm CET
May 10th (Saturday) 8pm CET
Every session is recorded and will be emailed after the session, so don't worry if you can't make it live or have any technical issues!
(I do not offer refunds but you will automatically get the recordings and course material if you are unable to make any of the sessions.)
Breaking out of the Island (Strum) ukulele course
€90.00
August 2025
What is it?
A 5 week intensive course that will teach you the building blocks behind all strumming patterns, how to build your own and teach you about fundamental rhythm.
Who is it for?
It's for anyone stuck on playing the same strumming pattern to every song and wants to develop their rhythm and create their own strumming patterns!
What is the outcome?
You'll have a good understanding of how rhythm works within music, therefore being able to create your own strumming patterns and apply this to whatever song you like.
The course takes place live on Zoom on the following dates:
Aug 2nd (Saturday) 8pm CEST
Aug 9th (Saturday) 8pm CEST
Aug 16th (Saturday) 8pm CEST
Aug 23rd (Saturday) 8pm CEST
Aug 30th (Saturday) 8pm CEST
Every session is recorded and will be emailed after the session, so don't worry if you can't make it live or have any technical issues!
(I do not offer refunds but you will automatically get the recordings and course material if you are unable to make any of the sessions.)
Recorded Courses
Click on each course to find out what each session entails, who it's for and what you'll learn.
Please note: I don't offer refunds.
If you are unable to attend live courses, you will still receive a video recording and the material.
If you are unable to attend live courses, you will still receive a video recording and the material.
Fundamental Theory Course reviews:
' 100% the best workshop. I learnt more than I expected and Sammy's teaching style is relaxed, engaging and hilarious. Highly recommend! This course is not to be missed!'
'Wonderful lively workshop with Sammy. I learned so much in such a short period of time, suits my learning style well! Looking forward to more, thanks much!'
'This course is amazing! I was a bit worried because I'm new to the ukulele, but I learnt so much! 4stringboy is an excellent teacher and I love how accessible he makes music theory. Thank you!'