The intensive A.A. curriculum prepares musicians to perform in any professional situation, along with learning professional development skills such as basic computer use, EPK creation, resume and bio writing, and social media as a tool for business and networking. The Associate of Arts Degree is intended to equip students with the knowledge and training needed to become professional performers in today’s music industry.

Musicians Institute's Bass programs have been setting the standard for contemporary bass education for over three decades. Under the direction of a world-class teaching staff of professional bassists, students will develop the techniques, musicianship and technological expertise needed to be a successful working musician. At Musicians Institute, they'll get playing experience to handle any style from funk to rock, jazz, Latin, R&B and more, while they also unlock their unique playing style.

Aside from offering foundational bass classes, Musicians Institute's performing opportunities are unmatched, with graduates performing, recording, producing, composing and anchoring rhythm sections on stages and studios all around the world.