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Symrun taught 7 days ago
The student and tutor reviewed guitar chords and techniques for playing "Teenage Dirtbag" and "Under the Bridge". The student practiced chord transitions, bar chords, and muting techniques. The student will continue to practice the intro to "Under the Bridge" for next week.
B Major Chord
C Sharp Minor Chord
Power Chords and Muting
Under the Bridge Intro - E and B Chord Variations
Chord Progressions and Song Structure
Karl taught 8 days ago
The student and tutor reviewed previously assigned pieces, focusing on rhythm, note accuracy, and efficient fingering techniques. The tutor introduced new strumming patterns and a modified fingering approach for "The Star-Spangled Banner." The student was assigned specific sections to practice and encouraged to apply the new strumming patterns to older exercises.
Eighth Note Rhythm and Tempo
C Chord Shape and Finger Placement in Melodies
Down-Up Strumming Technique
Strumming Pattern Variations
E Minor Chord
Ruby taught 9 days ago
The Student practiced major and minor scales, focusing on different starting frets. They worked on bar chord techniques, specifically the F chord, emphasizing hand positioning and finger placement. The session included exercises to improve finger flexibility and chord transitions, with an emphasis on consistent practice and adjustment to overcome challenges.
Minor Scale
Major Scale
Hammer-ons and Pull-offs
Barre Chords
Finger Placement & Wrist Position
Raine taught 11 days ago
The student received instruction and practice on a new hand exercise to improve finger strength and ergonomics, and worked on chord transitions for 'Lean on Me' using provided drum tracks to improve rhythmic accuracy. The Tutor will upload a video of the hand exercise. The Student was assigned the hand exercise and chord transitions in preparation for the next lesson.
Ergonomics in Guitar Playing
Step Ladder Exercise (Forward and Reverse)
Applying Drum Rhythms to Chord Practice
Alternate Picking
Thumb-Finger Alternation (Fingerpicking)
Chord Transitions
Snehasis taught 12 days ago
The Tutor guided the Student in refining their guitar skills, focusing on chord voicings, transitions, and harmonic variations within a specific song. They explored various chord shapes, finger placements, and the incorporation of melody. Plans were made to continue lessons in December, after the tutor's travels.
D Major String Melody
F Minor Chord Progression
B Minor Chord
G Major and C Shape Adaptation
Chord Voicing and G Major 7th
Diego taught 15 days ago
The session covered seventh chord theory, including dominant, major, and minor seventh chords, and their application across the fretboard. The Student practiced identifying seventh chord shapes in various CAGED positions and explored shell chords. Homework involves practicing the discussed seventh chord shapes and applying them to create progressions.
Dominant Seventh Chords
Finding Seventh Chord Shapes (CAGED System)
Shell Chords (Triads with Added Sevenths)
Major Seventh vs. Dominant Seventh
Minor Seventh and Diminished Seventh Shell Chords
Chromaticism and Chord Transitions
Strumming Through Aurora, Guitar Learning Paths From Phillips Park to the Paramount Stage
Aurora, Illinois, known as the “City of Lights”, has long been a crossroads of history and culture, but its musical heartbeat is often felt in smaller, everyday moments: a teen practicing chords in Phillips Park, a group of students preparing for a talent show at school, or a live performance at the iconic Paramount Theatre. In a city that blends tradition with quiet creativity, guitar lessons have found a natural home.
Aurora’s Musical Roots Run Deep
The Paramount Theatre on Stolp Island isn’t just a historic venue; it’s a community symbol. Hosting musicals, recitals, and youth events, it inspires many young residents to pick up an instrument. Music is woven into the city’s educational system, too, with districts like West Aurora 129, East Aurora 131, and Indian Prairie 204 investing in arts programs that include beginner and advanced guitar instruction. Many students get their first exposure to the instrument in middle school through optional guitar electives or school talent shows. Schools like Hill Middle School, Granger Middle, and Cowherd Middle School have all seen growing interest in guitar among students.
This foundation helps students build skills early. Many start with basic music classes in elementary school and move on to more structured guitar lessons by middle or high school. The emphasis on performing arts is supported further by community organisations and venues offering stage time to young talent.
From Neighbourhoods to Notes: Where Aurora Learns Guitar
Whether you live near Fox Valley Mall, along Galena Boulevard, or out by Phillips Park, access to guitar lessons is growing. Local institutions like Hix Bros. Music provide private and group instruction in electric, acoustic, and bass guitar. On Aurora’s west side, independent tutors offer home lessons, many of whom adapt to student needs with flexible evening and weekend sessions.
East Side Aurora, which is more diverse and densely populated, often sees students benefiting from community initiatives. With Hispanic and Latino residents making up around 45% of the population, some instructors provide bilingual guitar lessons, making learning more inclusive.
Public libraries, such as the Santori Library downtown, occasionally run free music programs, and parks like Phillips Park or McCullough Park serve as informal practice spots or performance venues for young musicians.
Local Hotspots for Guitar Practice and Performance
Phillips Park: A go-to outdoor spot for beginner and intermediate guitarists to practice casually, rehearse chord progressions, or play with friends in a relaxed setting.
McCullough Park occasionally hosts neighbourhood events and music-friendly gatherings where student guitarists get opportunities to perform simple acoustic sets.
RiverEdge Park: Though known for large concerts, some community events here feature student guitarists as opening acts or part of local youth showcases.
Blackberry Farm: Seasonal festivals and historical reenactments sometimes include folk or acoustic guitar segments, giving learners a unique audience experience.
Aurora Downtown First Fridays: A monthly community event where shops and galleries welcome live acoustic sets, a great platform for student or hobby guitarists to perform solo or in small groups.
Tips for Aspiring Guitarists in Aurora
- Explore local events: Youth open-mics and seasonal performances at community centres are great for gaining confidence.
- Rent before buying: Several Aurora music stores let you try instruments first, ideal for beginners unsure of what suits them.
- Check for school support: Students in public schools may qualify for subsidised lessons or guitar access through music programs.
- Look beyond the lesson: Learning guitar in Aurora often includes community jam sessions in parks, talent showcases, or even forming local bands.
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