Learning upright bass

1. Is upright bass hard to learn?
2. How long does it take to learn upright bass?
3. How do I get better at upright bass?

Is upright bass hard to learn?

Playing the upright is difficult. It's a physically demanding instrument that takes a long time to work your body, arms, and fingers into being able to play efficiently enough to avoid injuries.

How long does it take to learn upright bass?

In about 6 months to 1 year, a beginner with knowledge of some music fundamental should have learned the bass guitar to a good point. While there is still room to learn, he should be able to practice alone and develop himself with little or no guidance.

How do I get better at upright bass?

Double Bass Practice Do's And Don'ts

1. Make sure your instrument is accurately sized. ...
2. Practice enough, but not too much. ...
3. Practice logs keep you on task. ...
4. Make friends with the metronome. ...
5. Maintain accurate tuning. ...
6. Make time for improvisation.