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Matyas
- Rate R1108
- Response 7h
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Students13
Number of students Matyas has accompanied since joining Superprof
Number of students Matyas has accompanied since joining Superprof

R1108/h
- Music reading
- Bass guitar
- Double bass
Professional Musician offering Double Bass, Bass Guitar, Jazz Improvisation, Jazz Theory lessons in London
- Music reading
- Bass guitar
- Double bass
Lesson location
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About Matyas
I'm Matyas Hofecker a professional double bass and bass guitar player and dedicated music educator based in London. My musical journey began at the age of four on the trumpet, but it was during my early school years that I discovered my passion for jazz and the bass guitar. In my teens, I transitioned to the double bass—an instrument that would ultimately define my career and creative voice.
I studied at the prestigious Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest and later earned my Master’s Degree with honours from the Music and Arts University of Vienna. My performance career has taken me across Europe and the UK, with appearances at major venues such as Ronnie Scott’s, 606 Club, PizzaExpress Jazz Club, and festivals including North Sea Jazz Festival and Marseille Jazz Festival.
Career Highlights:
- 2024 Parliamentary Jazz Award Nominee
- Winner of the International Jazz Contest Zilina (2015)
- Touring Artist with renowned jazz legends including Stacey Kent and Harold Mabern
- Mentor to successful students, including full scholarship recipients at the Royal Academy of Music
Teaching Experience:
I’ve been teaching privately since 2010, working with students from ages 6 to 80—from absolute beginners to advanced players. My teaching background includes:
- One-on-one lessons, group classes, and workshops
- Subjects ranging from music theory, ear training, and jazz history, to ensemble performance
- Faculty positions at World Heart Beat Music Academy, Wandsworth Music Academy, and Hinchley Wood School
In 2018, I was honoured to be an invited instructor at the Carinthian Jazz Workshop and the International Saxophone Competition, where I led classes in jazz education and performance.
My broad experience as both a performer and educator allows me to offer students a well-rounded and inspiring learning environment, grounded in real-world musicianship.
About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching is centred around one simple idea: every student is unique, and their musical path should be too. Whether you're a complete beginner, preparing for a music university audition, or playing casually for personal enjoyment, I’ll help you reach your goals through carefully tailored lessons that reflect your interests, strengths, and ambitions.
With a special focus on Jazz, I also teach Classical, Rock, Pop, Latin, and Funk styles, offering a wide musical palette to explore. I specialise in Double Bass, Bass Guitar, and Music Theory, and my method integrates both creative and technical development to ensure you're not only playing music, but understanding it deeply.
My Methodology:
Each lesson is built around a balance of theory and practice, customised to suit your pace and style. We cover:
Music Theory (in a clear, practical way)
Scales, Chords & Harmony
Rhythm & Groove
Technique Development
Improvisation & Ear Training
Practice Strategies That Actually Work
Rather than sticking rigidly to one method or syllabus, I adapt every session based on how you learn best. Whether you prefer structured exercises or learn better by diving into songs and improvisation, we’ll find what works for you.
What a Typical Lesson Looks Like:
- Check-in & Goals: We start by reviewing progress and setting targets
- Core Focus: Technique, theory, or repertoire work based on your needs
- Creative Application: Improvisation, composing, or playing songs
- Wrap-Up: Practice strategies and next steps tailored to your time and routine
Why Students Succeed With Me:
- Lessons are flexible, motivating, and student-led
- I support learners of all ages and backgrounds
- I break down complex ideas into easy, digestible steps
You'll develop both musicianship and confidence
I’m genuinely passionate about helping students thrive, no matter where they're starting from. Whether you're aiming for grade exams, preparing for auditions, or just want to jam with friends, I’ll support you every step of the way with knowledge, care, and a love for music.
Reviews
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Perfect! I would highly recommend Matyas as a double bass teacher. He knows how to transfer musical intelligence in a way you could understand and consume. Matyas is patient and enthusiastic about teaching, and adaptable to your wants and needs. He ensures that no gaps in your learning that will hold you back in the future.
Perfect! Clear explanations, good ideas for what to focus on in music practice, very good knowledge of the instrument and of music theory
Perfect! very helpful tutor helping me learn the fundamentals of playing, introduced me to lots of great music and helped in finding bass. Would defiantly recommend to other students.
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Recommendations
Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.
I would highly recommend Matyas as a double bass teacher. Matyas ensures no gaps in your learning that will hold you back in the future. Matyas transfers his musical intelligence in a way even a beginner could understand and consume. He is patient and enthusiastic about teaching, adaptable to one wants and needs.
I’m a 60 year old who has come to the double bass late, having played piano and guitar all my life. Mátyás has helped me get out of my bad habits, and taken me back to the basics on the instrument. This has helped my playing in a band situation, and I feel I am improving quicker. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.
Matyas started my daughter off on the Trumpet. He was kind and patient, emphasised good technique right from the start and was always able to find encouraging words for her. She was always very happy to go for her lessons - a great start for her on this instrument!
I would like to highly recommand Matyas as a teacher, he helped me a lot. The improvement I made in the last months on my instrument was much more than ever before. He can give you special excercises which are fitting to you actual playing level. He is kind of a mentor who is constantly supporting you to make you a better musician.
I know Mátyás for 10 years, and ever since we are playing music together.
Mátyás is a highly skilled artist and tutor. He has a huge experience and knowledge about music and his instrument. Moreover he is a trustworthy person, therefore I highly recommend him!I've know Matyas for over 5 years, a trustworthy, punctual professional as a teacher and a performer as well. I've seen him to teach in different situations, with children and adults as well, he always finds the right approach. He has a great knowledge of the bass (double and electric as well), music theory and history of jazz. Highly recommend Matyas for music lessons!
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Rates
Rate
- R1108
Package rates
- 5h: R5539
- 10h: R11079
online
- R1108/h
travel
- + R10
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