See what students and players are saying about Jonathan.


Need a great teacher for bass, guitar, or keys? (Who doesn’t?) Check out Jonathan Herrera. Just learning to groove like him would be worth it.
— Tom Mulhern
 
Jon knows about all this stuff and more. First and foremost, he’s a killer player in his own right ... As a teacher, he’s fantastic at taking his depth of knowledge and experience and translating it into tips, techniques, ideas, and concepts that will greatly expand your knowledge of all things bass and music related.
— John B., Student
 
Jonathan knows his stuff.
— Richard Johnston, former BP Editor-In-Chief
From rock to slap, jazz to Motown, he’s an authority on nearly every bass style you can name. He has interviewed dozens of the world’s most influential bassists. He plays keyboards, too, and is a natural with all the latest recording technology. And whether it’s Konnakol (the mnemonic rhythmic language of India) or Schoenberg he’s studying, his curiosity about music is eternal. We’re talking about Jonathan Herrera, one of the most qualified bass teachers — make that MUSIC teachers — any student could hope to have.
— Jude Gold, LA session heavy and former Director of the Guitar Institute of Technology
 
Nice to see you sharing your experience, chops, humor, and perspective in this role...
— Elton Bradman, former Bass Guitar Magazine Editor
 
I’ve taken bass guitar lessons from Jon Herrera for over a year and the lessons (along with a lot of practice) have really helped my playing and understanding of music. In addition to being a great musician, Jon’s formal music education and years of experience at Bass Player Magazine make him uniquely qualified to teach at every level from beginner to professional.
— Jim L., Student
 
Jon knows more about grooves and gear than almost anyone. When he explains things, you brain feels smarter, immediately.
— Ernie Rideout, Keyboard Magazine Editor