The Curriculum
60-Lesson Groove Course
Norm’s most popular courses! Originally published as The Art Of Groove on MusicDojo (Adam Nitti's excellent online music school), this 3-level coursework is the core of his curriculum for private lessons.
This three-part course is only available to subscribers.
Level 1
Establish a solid foundation for your grooving!
Technique, fingerboard familiarity, basic theory, ear training & rhythm chart navigation.
Level 2
Broaden & refine your grooving abilities! Concept/approach, more ear training/ rhythmic analysis, developing a rhythmic & harmonic vocabulary, variations/fills, metronome studies & the “critical subtleties.”
Level 3
For the bassist seeking to expand their vocabulary and ability to "emotively communicate" with their instrument.
Covers a broad range of musical styles & phrasing techniques.
Grooving for Heaven
Norm's acclaimed instructional DVD series. Nearly 7 hours of proven curriculum between 4 volumes.
Volume 1
A one-on-one clinic especially for the bass player seeking to establish that elusive solid foundation for their playing, with a focus upon the unique factors and considerations (musical and otherwise) encountered in contemporary worship. Bassists at every level of experience will find their effectiveness enhanced through Norm's casual yet intensive look at a multitude of topics.
Volume 2
An engaging, one-on-one clinic that explores the next level of progression for the contemporary worship bassist desiring to build upon their solid understanding of the fundamentals. The committed bass player will emerge with a fresh perspective on what to play, what not to play, and how effectiveness is frequently dictated by the subtleties.
Volume 3
An in-depth and engaging exploration into the relationship between the bass and drums in a contemporary ensemble. Together with drummer David Owens (Thomas Dolby), Norm demonstrates and clarifies a multitude of concepts, exercises and groove considerations as he takes you to the next level. An indispensable resource for bassists and drummers pursuing maximum rhythm section effectiveness.
Volume 4
Dedicated to the advanced techniques employed in the modern bass vocabulary. As opposed to presenting a "glossary of riffs", Norm demystifies these techniques to allow the committed bassist to assimilate them for the broadest possible range of artistic expression. Features performances from his critically-acclaimed solo debut: Pondering the Sushi.
NEW COURSE! Inside to Outside: Practical Harmony for Improvisation
Do you struggle when trying to play or compose “jazzy” or harmonically interesting lines?
This is the material Norm focused on when he first started getting serious about writing and playing jazz fusion.
Modern Rock Course
Frustrated or bored? Don’t despair! Strategies for creatively (and authentically) navigating 8th-note rock grooves through 4-chord progressions to make them fun, challenging & musically fulfilling.
Groove Bassics
A crash course for new bass players (or those just wanting a review of the fundamentals)!
By popular demand, Norm has created an accelerated course intended to get those just starting out on the instrument up and playing actual grooves in the shortest possible timeframe!
Norm Stockton Tunes
Learn Norm's bass parts!
Full song tutorials show practical application of the concepts and techniques from the 60-Lesson Groove Course. Select material from Norm’s albums, with more on the way from his latest, Grooves & Sushi.
Lincoln Brewster Tunes
Full song tutorials of Norm’s live bass parts from his years performing & recording with chart-topping worship artist Lincoln Brewster.
Typhoon Sessions
Behind-the-scenes for the Tea In The Typhoon album production! A look at the making of the project! The clips will take you from preproduction sessions all the way through to mastering, and include footage from sessions with Gregg Bissonette, John Patitucci, Michael Manring and more.
Real World Perspectives
Up-close & personal insight is yours with Real World Perspectives!
This series features interviews with prominent industry and ministry professionals sharing priceless advice and wisdom from their years of experience. Fantastic insight from world-renowned musicians, producers, engineers & more!