MASTERCLASS
BEYOND TECHNIQUE
The philosophy-first 4 hour masterclass that transforms good players into world-class musicians.
This is different.
This is everything that gives your playing meaning — the philosophy,
the language, the decision-making,
the extraordinary technique.
From someone who walked the walk. Wore out the rewind buttons. Studied the greats. Figured it out through obsession. And proved it on the world's biggest stages.
Not from a fancy classroom.
A kid from Paris who became the most-studied and influential bass player of his generation. For the first time, he's sharing it all.
How to think.
How to break through the invisible ceiling.
How to go from good to great.
Not what to play. Not how to operate a bass. But the musical intelligence that makes the difference between playing bass and being a musician. A complete system — complex ideas made simple, structured for self-study, yours to keep for life.
This is the toolbox he used to become a reference. Now it's yours.
YOU KNOW THE FEELING
you practice, practice…
but do not improve
you invest time and effort…
but feel stuck
your growth plateaued…
but you long to be great
you are copying others…
but you want your own voice
you want to go to next level…
but don't know how
you are hungry for real knowledge…
but all you find is basics
SO HERE IT IS
the PHILOSOPHY
To develop your mind, not just your ear. To understand the meaning behind each tool.
the LANGUAGE
To go beyond exercises, beyond learning licks. To build your comping, soloing, and expression.
the SOUND
To develop through Philosophy and Practice integration. To become unique.
the MASTERY
To perfect advanced technique. To understand everything that gives it meaning. To apply with mastery.
IS IT FOR ME?
If you're earlier in your journey, you'll find it useful and inspirational. If you're advanced, you'll finally get the depth you've been missing.
This Masterclass is not about the basics.
It covers complex concepts, explained simply.
It designed for intermediate to advanced musicians. From those who are comfortable operating a bass guitar to pro’s of 30+ years.
It's not about how long you've played.
It's about how seriously you take it.
And the best part — you own it for life.
Come back as you grow.
Every time you do, you'll uncover something new.
LET’S START
Before you commit.
Watch the seven-part documentary exploring Hadrien' Feraud’s journey from discovering bass to developing his own musical language, discussing his process and major influences.
WHAT’S INSIDE
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1.1 What's that sound? Discovering the bass
1.2. Wearing out the play & rewind buttons. Playing along
1.3 There are so many guys who contributed to who I am today. Ear
1.4 Learning the language of music. The Jaco rabbit hole
1.5 The other kinda stuff. Influences
1.6 The blur & the bullshit
1.7 Avoid licks. Build your language
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2.1 Transcribing. From learning licks to understanding what you are doing
2.2 The transcribing demo
2.3 A deeper dive into transcribing
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3.1 Modes, modes, modes
3.2 Ionian
3.3 Lydian
3.4 Mixolydian
3.5 Dorian & Aeolian (Natural Minor)
3.6 Phrygian
3.7 Locrian
3.8 Dominant & Diminished
3.9 Mistakes
3.10 Breakdown of The Chicken (Pee Wee Ellis)
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4.1 IONIAN
4.2. LYDIAN
4.3 MIXOLYDIAN
4.4 DORIAN
4.5 AEOLIAN
4.6 PHRYGIAN
4.7. LOCRIAN
4.8 MELODIC MINOR 1st DEG
4.9 MELODIC MINOR 2nd DEG
4.10 MELODIC MINOR 3rd DEG
4.11 MELODIC MINOR 4th DEG
4.12 MELODIC MINOR 5th DEG
4.13 MELODIC MINOR 6th DEG
4.14 MELODIC MINOR 7th DEG
4.15 HARMONIC MINOR 4th DEG
4.16 HARMONIC MINOR 5th DEG
4.17 Playing modes back to back. Melodic Minors
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5.1 Be solid, but have your voice
5.2 Unpacking the toolbox. Soloing explained
5.3 Comping
5.4 Common Tones, Pauses & Phrasing Flow
5.5 Substitution Tonics
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6.1 Action. High VS Low
6.2 Once again on the importance of action
6.3 Technique. The ultimate byproduct
6.4. Putting feel into notes
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7.1 Fretless Bass
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8.1 Producers. Then VS Now.
8.2 Recording Social Media Content
8.3 Don't be cringe. Real Musicians VS Social Media Musicians
8.4 Advice to the youth
8.5 Playing in the style of the greats - James Jamerson, Jaco, Victor Bailey,
Anthony Jackson, Chris McBride, Bunny Brunnel, Matthew Garrison, Dipiazza -
9.1 The Country Song (Musical Performance 1)
9.2 The Blues Song (Musical Performance 2)
9.3 Jam (Musical Performance 3)
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Who is Hadrien Feraud?
The self-taught virtuoso jazz bassist is known for his very solid, well-rounded, and detail-driven sound with vocal-like attention to phrasing. Combined with a flair for melodic improvisation as a soloist, he is one of the most transcribed bassists and musicians of his generation.
He lives in Los Angeles, from where he writes and produces music, collaborates with various artists on projects, and tours with some of the biggest names in the industry and his own band.
He has toured the world for over 25 years and worked with John McLaughlin, Chick Corea, Hiromi Uehara, Billy Cobham, Jean-Luc Ponty, Mike Stern, Kamasi Washington, Marcus Miller, Thundercat, Blood Sweat & Tears, Jada Pickett-Smith, and many others.
A constant fixture on the "100 Greatest Bass Players of All Time" and other World’s Top 100 and Top 50 lists, he was named "Electric Bassist of the Year".
Bass Musician Magazine Interviews Hadrien Feraud
Hadrien Feraud — Live Performance
"Playing the Right Notes" – In Conversation with Hadrien Feraud
HADRIEN & WHOEVAZNTAWN — Interview
Interview with bassist Hadrien Feraud
Hadrien Feraud Interview | ELIXIR Strings
Hadrien Feraud // Bass Hacker Ep1.
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FAQ
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This is a philosophy-first masterclass featuring 40+ video lessons (4+ hours of content) where Hadrien shares his complete methodology for developing as a musician. It's structured as a conversation between Hadrien and Grammy-winning pianist Ruslan Sirota, half teaching, half discussion. Think of it like sitting in a studio with Hadrien as he explains not just what to play, but how to think, hear, and evolve as a musician.
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The masterclass covers: Philosophy of musicianship and Hadrien's self-taught journey; Building musical language vs. memorizing licks; All modes, how to hear them, feel them, and use them musically; Transcribing methodology that develops your ear; Playing in a band and finding your voice; Technique with meaning, action, feel, fretless, putting soul into notes; The difference between social media musicians and real musicians.
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Yes and no. You'll learn technique, but technique isn't the point. Most courses give you exercises, "practice this scale," "learn this lick." Month after month, you don't actually become more musical. This masterclass gives you the tools Hadrien used to go from a kid in Paris wearing out rewind buttons to being called "the new Jaco" by John McLaughlin. The philosophy behind technique. The intelligence behind note choices. The musicianship that separates good players from exceptional ones.
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Immediately after purchase, you'll receive an email with login credentials and access instructions. You can start watching within minutes.
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The videos are available for streaming through our course platform. Downloadable materials (tabs, transcriptions, supplementary PDFs) are included where applicable.
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Three things: First, it's philosophy-first. You learn HOW to think, not just WHAT to play. Second, it comes from a self-taught virtuoso who achieved world-class status without formal academy training, so he explains complex ideas in plain language. Third, it's about developing YOUR voice, not copying Hadrien's. This is music education that makes you a better musician, not just a better bass player.
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The docu-series is Hadrien Feraud's origin story, his influences, his personal journey, and how his approach to music and the bass came to be. It's a standalone free series, not a direct part of the Masterclass, but a natural predecessor to it. The docuseries references various musical compositions, recordings, and artists for educational and reference purposes only, under fair use.
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We offer three pricing tiers so every student can choose the level of learning and support they want. The Full Masterclass starts at $249. The Pro tier is $299 and includes advanced modes instruction and the large-group workshop. The VIP tier is $599 and includes the small-group workshop and future updates.
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No. One payment. Lifetime access. No monthly fees. No waiting for next month's lesson. No "cancel before you get charged again." You own it forever.
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Yes. We provide flexible payment options. You can pay in full or choose split payments. We also partner with Klarna, which gives you additional ways to pay in multiple installments.
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The course platform is fully mobile-responsive, so you can watch on your phone or tablet through your browser. Study when the groove calls you.
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Email our support team at support@hadrienferaud.com, and we'll get you sorted quickly. Your purchase is tied to your account, so access can always be restored.
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YouTube gives you scattered information. A video here. A video there. No depth. No structure. No philosophy connecting it all. This masterclass is 4+ hours of comprehensive, intentional content, Hadrien's complete methodology, organized so you can actually learn and grow. Plus: organized chapters, searchable content, downloadable materials, and lifetime access to revisit as you develop.
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Depending on your package, you'll have the opportunity to join a live Q&A or group cohort session with Hadrien. Sessions are scheduled across different time slots and organized into groups. Once your purchase is complete, you'll receive options to book your session.
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The Hadrien Feraud Masterclass is a vault of in-depth musical knowledge, designed to take committed musicians to the next level. For the passionate ones. The crazy ones. Those who want to be the best.
The French virtuoso—hailed as the modern-day Jaco—shares all his secrets alongside Grammy-winning pianist Ruslan Sirota. Complex topics, digestible format, in an entertaining interview-style format. Created by a musician, for musicians.
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