Palmetto Double Bass Academy

Student Quotes

“I’m incredibly grateful to have studied with Cody-he deepened my love for the bass and always deeply inspires me. I highly recommend studying with him!” -Camryn L.

“He provides great practice methods and is always pointing out the small details to get the best possible sound. Studying with him helped me grow as a player both technically and musically.” -Tae H.

“Cody’s expertise in classical phrasing and bass health greatly improved my playing and prevented what would have been a costly injury. Now I can play how I want for how long I want.” -Nick W.

“During my freshman year of college I had the privilege to be Dr. Williams’ student. While only being self taught and on my 3rd year of playing Double Bass, Dr. Williams’ lessons were of great fortitude. During our lessons we worked on an array of things from basics, bow and instrument posture and position, tone and quality, ensemble performance, and solo performance. These lessons help me take root in my musical career and have served as a valuable foundation for my musical degree.” -Izzy Z.

“Cody is truly the best! His lessons were always positive and encouraging, yet still challenged me to reach my full potential. I’m now in my third year of teaching high school orchestra, and I use the skills and insights Cody taught me every single day to support my own students. I highly recommend him!” -Meghan S.

“Cody is a great teacher and is very patient and his teaching ranges from Beginner to Collegiate level technique.” -Kevin N.

“Studying with Cody was essential for my development as a bassist. His respect for and skill on the instrument transfer directly to his teaching.” -Patrick B.

“I am primarily a wind player and started as a beginner in college. Andrew was able to break down the fundamentals of string playing to me quite easily without making me feel embarrassed about it. He even taught me some jazz!” -Hunter G.