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Karl taught 24 days ago
The Student practiced scales and melodies on the E and B strings, focusing on note recognition, finger placement, and consistent tempo. New strumming patterns were introduced, and the Student practiced transitioning between C and G7 chords. The Tutor will send recordings of melodies and chord progressions for further practice.
Note Reading on the Staff
Rhythm and Timing
Finger Placement and Technique
Strumming Patterns
Chord Transitions and Strumming
Jimena taught 26 days ago
Jimena taught a student from the NoDa neighborhood guitar fundamentals, including alternating picking, chord diagrams, and the difference between major and minor chords. The learner practiced transitioning between A major, A minor, and Asus chords. Their homework is to practice the new chords and the one, two, three, four picking exercise on all strings.
Chord Diagram Reading
Open String Names
Major Chords
Minor Chords
Alternate Picking
Jimena taught about 1 month ago
During their guitar lesson, Jimena guided Genevieve through finger exercises, power chords, and the E chord. Genevieve actively worked on finger placement, strumming techniques, and hand positioning. For homework, Jimena assigned Genevieve finger exercises with alternate picking across all strings, practice of the power chord, and breaking down the E chord into halves for focused practice.
Finger Exercise Technique
Proper Hand & Thumb Position
Power Chord
E Major Chord Introduction
Andy taught about 1 month ago
During their lesson, Andy and Cara concentrated on a song's bridge, tackling difficult guitar chord changes and barre chords such as F and F7. Andy shared valuable tips on proper finger placement, hand positioning, and achieving seamless transitions between chords. The two also discussed the utility of a metronome for improving rhythm. Looking ahead, they scheduled a future lesson to address guitar string changing, for which Andy committed to creating a demonstration video.
Chromatic Descent
Changing Guitar Strings
Guitar Posture for Bar Chords
F and F7 Bar Chords
Non-Diatonic Chords
Bar Chord Finger Technique
Lluis taught 2 months ago
Loopyllu guided Michael through the fundamentals of reading music, covering note identification on the treble clef, understanding note durations, and the concepts of sharps and flats. Michael engaged in practical exercises to identify notes and rhythms. The lesson also explored the use of tablature for guitar and its relationship to traditional sheet music.
Treble Clef Notes
Note Values & Beats
Time Signatures (4/4)
Sharps and Flats
Giacomo taught Eric 3 months ago
Giacomo Favitta taught improvisation techniques to a student from UNC Charlotte, focusing on applying major and melodic minor scales over chord progressions. The learner practiced improvising over B flat major/E flat 7 and a C major turnaround, and also began analyzing the chord progression of "Bye Bye Blackbird." For homework, the student is to learn the melody of "Bye Bye Blackbird" and apply the discussed scales over its chord changes. The next lesson is scheduled for Wednesday at 6 PM (Giacomo's time).
Dominant Chords
Major Scales
Arpeggios
Rhythmic Boundaries
Melodic Development
E Flat 7 vs B Flat Major
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Learning Bass Guitar in Charlotte: Late-Night Notes in NoDa
When Music Sparks the Mood
Charlotte’s NoDa neighborhood isn’t just about murals and breweries, it’s a place where music fills the air late into the night. For someone learning bass, those live shows at small venues or street corners become more than fun nights out. They turn into ideas for what to try in practice the next day.
Songs like "Scar Tissue" or a deep Cure bassline feel different after hearing music nearby. Techniques like muting strings or repeating riffs aren’t just about getting them right anymore. They’re about making the music feel real.
From the Street to the Strings
Practicing bass guitar in Charlotte isn’t only about learning scales. After a night in NoDa or a weekend stop in Plaza Midwood, hearing cool rhythms or creative solos makes you want to try new things. You might start by copying a riff, but after a while, it becomes your own groove, shaped by the sounds you hear while out and about.
Some learners pick up ideas while visiting record stores or sipping coffee in the South End. Others catch street musicians or open mic nights that stick with them long after. Even warmups or simple timing exercises become more fun when fueled by the music around you. Over time, the connection between what you hear and what you play gets stronger. Bass practice starts to feel like a natural part of your day - not just something you do, but something you look forward to.
Playing After Hours
When the streets get quiet and the shops close, practicing bass feels different. It’s not just about technique, it’s like having a quiet talk with your instrument. Whether you're using a pick, your fingers, or playing a simple scale, everything flows more easily when the city is calm. Charlotte gives you time and space to learn at your own pace. And in neighborhoods like NoDa, Plaza Midwood, or even South End, there’s room to let your music grow. Learning bass here means listening, not just to a beat, but to the rhythm of the city around you.
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