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Guitar lessons near me in Orlando, FL
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Shraddha taught Ben 3 months ago
Shraddha Buddan led Ben through a guitar lesson that included practical application of power chords using "Sunshine of Your Love", music theory related to rhythm and time signatures, and techniques for playing "Nothing Else Matters", including harmonics, hammer-ons, and pull-offs. Ben received tabs and sheet music for practice. The next lesson will focus on open chords and the song "Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M.
Power Chords
Reading Guitar Tabs
Rhythm in Music
Time Signatures
Harmonics
Hammer-ons and Pull-offs
Shannon taught Christiane 3 months ago
Shannon taught Christiane the basics of playing guitar, focusing on reading tabs and playing the beginning of "We Will Rock You." They worked on finger placement, strumming techniques, and rhythm. Shannon sent the music sheet to Christiane's mom for printing and practice during the week, and they scheduled the next lesson.
Reading Guitar Tabs
Numbering Strings and Frets
Finger Strength and Calluses
Proper Finger Placement
Pauses in Music
Giacomo taught Eric 3 months ago
Giacomo Favitta and the Adaptive Manipulator practiced 2-5-1 progressions, turnarounds, and chord voicings, then applied these concepts to transposing "Body and Soul" into A major, also covering secondary dominants and modal interchange. Homework includes completing the B section transposition and practicing major scales in different positions. The next lesson will focus on improvisation.
Turnarounds
Transposition
Harmonization of the Scale
Secondary Dominants
Modal Interchange
Major Scale Improvisation
Snehasis taught Leon 3 months ago
Snehasis Bose guided Team On a Roll through exercises designed to improve chord transitions, improvisation, and overall guitar technique. The session covered chord progressions in E and C major, pentatonic scales, arpeggios, and techniques like raking and targeted note selection. Team On a Roll was assigned practice exercises focusing on chord progressions and incorporating new techniques, with a follow-up lesson tentatively scheduled for the next morning or Sunday.
Solo to Chord Transitions
Seventh Arpeggios
Chord Progressions for Practice
Pentatonic Scales and Shapes
Triads in Band Context
Targeting Notes in Chord Changes
Raking Technique
David taught Mitch 3 months ago
David Sanchez tutored Mitch Goldstein on chord melody techniques, focusing on playing melodies on the higher strings and using chord inversions. Mitch practiced E flat major, A flat 7, and four-string chord voicings, and was assigned to practice "Tender Lee" and major/major 7/dominant shapes in all keys. David will send a video of the first seven bars of "Tender Lee" and the chord shapes they worked on, and their next lesson is scheduled for July 31st.
Chord Melody on Upper Register
Inversions for Chord Melodies
Four-String Chords
E Flat Minor 7 9 Chord
Practicing Chord Shapes in All 12 Keys
Ryder taught Tyler 3 months ago
Ryder Swan taught Tyler Telford Travis picking techniques on the guitar, focusing on thumb independence, chord transitions (C, E7, A minor, F, D7), and finger exercises. Tyler practiced patterns and chord voicings to improve dexterity and control. Ryder assigned practice exercises and offered to send Tyler a diagram and audio recording of the lesson's sequence.
Fingerpicking Basics
Chord Progressions
Travis Picking
Chord Voicings
Seven Chords
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Beyond the Magic: Crafting Your Guitar Sound in Orlando's Diverse Heart
Building Your Foundation for Orlando's Rhythms
In Orlando, a city where entertainment and diverse cultures intertwine, your guitar journey begins by mastering the foundational techniques that unlock countless musical possibilities. Whether you envision contributing to a lively lesson at a Downtown Orlando venue or simply adding melody to quiet moments by Lake Eola, establishing core guitar skills is paramount. Lessons will meticulously guide you through essential chord shapes and strumming patterns, ensuring your hands develop the dexterity needed to transition smoothly between any musical idea. You'll progress from initial strums to a confident rhythm, integrating precise alternate picking that's vital for everything from intricate solos in a jazz fusion club to the driving riffs of a rock band. This fundamental training, from learning to hold a solid power chord to developing the control for dynamic rhythm, is specifically geared towards equipping you with the versatility to navigate Orlando's expansive entertainment industry and its vibrant local music scene.
Unleashing Your Musical Expression in the City Beautiful
A guitar in your hands in Orlando isn't just about playing notes; it's about channeling the city's dynamic spirit into sound, making your music resonate with emotion and storytelling. As you advance, lessons will delve into techniques that add true depth and personal flair to your playing. You'll master vibrato, learning how to make individual notes sing with a captivating emotional waver, akin to the expressive performances seen across Orlando's world-famous theme parks. Understanding pentatonic scales the versatile blueprints for countless solos becomes intuitive, helping you improvise melodies that fit any mood or genre. Beyond technique, you'll gain practical music theory, exploring the nuances of intervals and key relationships to truly grasp the harmony behind your favorite songs, allowing you to infuse your playing with the passion and creativity found throughout the City Beautiful.
From Practice Room to Premier Play: Your Guitar in Orlando's Live Scene
The ultimate goal for many aspiring guitarists in Orlando is to bring their skills to life, transforming practice into engaging performances within the city's active musical community. Your comprehensive guitar lessons will meticulously prepare you for this, from dissecting complex song structures to mastering iconic riffs and fluid chord progressions from diverse artists. You'll gain practical insights into guitar gear, understanding how different pickups (single-coil vs. humbucker) or pedals (like EQ and overdrive) can shape your tone, preparing you for the varied acoustic demands of Orlando's diverse venues. Whether you dream of joining a local band playing original music in Mills 50, performing an acoustic set at a cozy Winter Park cafe, contributing to the live acts at a resort event, or simply impressing friends and family during a backyard gathering, this practical instruction equips you with the confidence to plug in, play, and truly make your mark on Orlando's thriving, multifaceted music scene.
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