Guitar & Bass Lessons with Zac Watson

One-on-one lessons in West Footscray or online.

Start your playing journey with an Introduction Lesson to outline your musical goals and create a plan to achieve them.

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One-on-One Lessons, Built from Experience.

Education is a core pillar of my career, supporting students of all levels in developing their skills and fostering a lifelong passion for music and playing.

I offer private Guitar and Bass lessons at my home studio in West Footscray or online through Zoom, using a Multicam setup and professional audio equipment. Whether in person or online, the experience is immersive, focused and collaborative.

Lessons are one-on-one and rooted in the musical foundations I’ve developed through 20 years of playing in studios and on stages across Australia.

Whether you’re starting with an instrument or aiming to improve your skills, we’ll focus on the tools and techniques that help you understand how music works on Guitar or Bass.

Zac Watson teaching a student a bass guitar lick.

What my students are saying.

  • "Everything’s explained clearly and in a relaxed way, and Zac takes the time to work through any challenges. Easy-going teacher who makes learning fun and pressure-free. Highly recommend!"

    - Chris K

  • "The improvement in (my sons) playing is quite noticeable. My son always looks forward to the lessons, and as the parent coordinating it all, Zac is a delight to deal with."

    - Brian P

  • "I had made various attempts over the years and always quit.This is the longest I have sustained lessons and the furthest I have come. It is really worth it if you are interested."

    - Michelle R

  • "He is very organised and explains things clearly. He checks what you need, gives helpful hints, and always seems well prepared." I’ve made solid progress. He always has something helpful to share.

    - Daniel T

  • "I hadn’t picked up a guitar since I was about 10, and Zac has been brilliant. His enthusiasm is seriously infectious, even if I’ve had a long day, I leave our sessions excited for the next one"

    - Fay G

What You’ll Learn

If you're looking to develop a solid musical base—making your playing clearer, simpler, and more expressive—these lessons are perfect.

I focus on teaching adult beginners, self-taught players aiming to improve, or those returning to music after a break. We focus on building and exploring core skills and concepts that foster true musicianship on bass and guitar.

  • How to learn new music: by ear or by reading.

  • How chords and scales connect.

  • Building strong internal timing.

  • Getting more from your open chords.

  • Tools for improvisation and creating your own parts.

This approach offers clear guidance and control, no matter which songs you prefer or where you want your musical journey to go.

Image of Zac Watson in a studio, holding an electric guitar.

Your Lesson Toolkit

Several lesson books from Zac Watsons musical resource collection sit in a pile.

Curated Lesson Resources

I choose targeted exercises, additional details, and top-quality charts from a broad collection of method books and transcription sources to match your lesson goals. You get a concise, well-organized selection of materials curated and researched by me.

A photo of a computer screen showing an Asynchronous Video Lesson with Zac Watson.

Asynchronous Video Support

Can’t make your usual lesson? I use your lesson time to create a custom Asynchronous Video Lesson on my Multicam Rig for you, so you can keep your learning going in between sessions, and send it straight to your inbox with all the materials you need.

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Access your lesson notes, digital resources, and conveniently view your schedule and billing through the included access to MyMusicStaff.

Lesson Format & Pricing

Tuition fees are billed on a per-month basis:

  • 4-lesson month: $240

  • 5-lesson month: $300

Your tuition includes:

  • A reserved weekly lesson slot.

  • Lesson materials, curated from premium resources and method books.

  • Charts and transcriptions.

  • Access to MyMusicStaff for scheduling, lesson notes and digital resources.

  • Studio-quality asynchronous video lessons if you can’t make your one-on-one lesson.

Available online (via Zoom) or in-person at my studio in West Footscray, just a short trip from surrounding suburbs like Yarraville, Seddon, Kingsville, Footscray, and Braybrook — easy to reach by car or train.

Got questions? Check out the FAQ for more info on required gear, age ranges, and how it all works.

Ready to Start?

Start your Guitar or Bass Journey with an Introduction Lesson.
These sessions give us a chance to get to know each other, outline your musical goals, and create a plan to help you achieve them, no commitment needed.

BOOK AN INTRO LESSON