Pedro Raposo

Double Bass Lessons in The Hague

Welcome! I'm Pedro Raposo, a professional classical double bassist in The Hague. Whether you play in an orchestra or ensemble and want to improve your technique, need help practising difficult passages in your orchestral parts, or are considering taking bass lessons for the first time, you've come to the right place!

Classical and Contemporary Music

I specialise in both classical and contemporary classical music. I love teaching beginners and advanced bassists.

Why a Trial Lesson?

During the trial lesson, we'll discuss your goals and wishes, availability, musical preferences, lesson prices, and the lesson location. I'd love to hear you play, and you'll also get a feel for my teaching style. I have a bass ready for the trial lesson if you don't already have one.

Looking for an instrument?

I'm happy to help you find a good and affordable double bass, to rent or buy, if you're interested.

Beginners

With clear and focused instructions, you'll develop solid technique and a full tone. 

What can you expect?

• Enjoyable pieces and exercises
• Relaxed posture
• German bow technique
• Pizzicato (plucking)
• Reading music and rhythms

Together, we'll discover the approach that suits you best, so you can build a strong foundation for your musical journey.

Reday for Next Level?

Have you been playing for a while and want to play with more clarity, confidence, speed, and a more beautiful tone? Want to expand your repertoire and discover new pieces? I have everything you need to help you refine your playing and develop your musical expression. We'll do this with etudes, concertos, sonatas, and solo pieces in various styles.

Need more details?

• Vibrato
• Phrasing
• Staccato
• Legato
• Spiccato
• Harmonics and Double Stops

Orchestra and Ensemble

Making music together with others is one of the most enjoyable aspects of learning to play an instrument. However, to play freely and relaxed in your orchestra or ensemble, you need to master a few things:

• Mixing your sound with the group
• Following a conductor
• Playing with dynamics
• Playing your own part well while listening to the others

Bring your ensemble and orchestral parts to the lesson, and we'll find solutions for tricky and difficult passages.

Lessons at my place or yours

I teach in my home studio on Soestdijksekade in The Hague. (Easily accessible by tram 2, 4, and 6). I can also come to you for lessons. This only applies to lessons of 45 minutes or longer.

About me

I began my musical journey at the age of 10. My first instrument was the guitar, and the double bass came later when I was fifteen. Since then, I've spent years studying and practicing to master the nuances of classical double bass playing. My teachers were renowned double bassists, and I regularly play with orchestras such as the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra.

My passion!

For me, playing bass is a journey of constant learning and discovery, as I share the stage with renowned players and orchestras throughout Europe. I'd love to share my passion and experience with you!