Guitar lessons near me in Aurora, IL

Salon No Mind taught Rojina Javad Kalbasi guitar, covering major and minor chords, barre chords, power chords, and fingerpicking techniques using songs like "Blackbird" and "Kiss Me" as examples. Rojina practiced chord transitions and fingerpicking patterns. They discussed rescheduling the next lesson due to Rojina's upcoming vacation.

Marco and Michael discussed guitar playing techniques, amplifier setups, and music theory, focusing on modes and their emotional associations. Michael received advice on fingering, hand stretching, and amp blending, and was assigned an exercise to explore modes in C major. They also planned a visit to a guitar store and scheduled the next lesson, pending Michael's availability.

Cash gave Zak a bass lesson that included arpeggios, chord theory (major, minor, 7th chords), and how to apply these concepts to basslines. They analyzed the song "Ain't No Thief" by Viagra Boys, focusing on timing, anchor points, and connecting the bassline to arpeggios. Cash also advised Zak on playing with a drummer, emphasizing rhythmic interplay and finding the "one," and recommended albums and punk bands for inspiration.

Snehasis Bose coached Leon Love on his blues guitar playing, focusing on improving his improvisation within the 12-bar blues structure and his feel for chord changes, especially in a 6/8 time signature. Snehasis provided specific licks and techniques to practice. They scheduled another session for the following day to continue working on these skills.

Marco Flores continued guitar lessons with Grace Habelrih, focusing on learning new chord shapes and improving strumming techniques for a specific song. Grace practiced finger placements and chord transitions, while also working on adapting her technique to accommodate her long nails. Marco sent Grace chord diagrams for practice and scheduled the next lesson for the following Sunday.

Marco and Michael discussed guitar techniques, song arrangement, and musicianship, analyzing songs by The Strokes, Arctic Monkeys, and The Beatles. They planned future lessons and video tutorials on guitar parts, improvisation, and music theory. They also touched on gear, tone, and practice methods.