Aimee Casahuilca
Music Production Lessons for All Levels | Macquarie University Educator
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Aimee Casahuilca
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
About your music teacher
As a music tutor, I'm Aimee Casahuilca, holding a Bachelors degree in Music. With a background in music production, composition, and various genres like Jazz, Blues, and Pop, I bring a unique blend of expertise to my teaching. Though relatively new to tutoring, I've found immense joy in guiding students of all ages through their musical journeys. My approach to teaching music is to create an environment that nurtures creativity and self-expression. I believe that music is a powerful tool for personal development and emotional expression. Through personalized lesson plans tailored to your learning style and goals, we will explore everything from music theory to live performances. Whether you're an adult looking to enhance your skills or a young beginner taking your first steps in music, I'm here to support you. From mastering sight-reading to delving into digital audio workstations, each lesson is designed to boost your confidence and skills. Let's embark on this musical adventure together and unlock your full potential as a musician! Let's harmonize, create, and make music magic together!
Meet Aimee
Aimee graduated from Macquarie
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Folk
Classical
Pop
Rock
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As a Music Production and Composition tutor specializing in a wide range of subjects for music enthusiasts of all levels, my teaching style is a blend of theory integration, progressive instruction, and technique-focused methods. I create an engaging and expressive learning environment using a variety of tech tools like recording apps, metronome apps, and vocal health apps. Following diverse curricula such as A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, I cater to students aged 10 and above, from beginners to advanced levels in music. By merging sight-reading, digital audio workstations, and live performance techniques, I ensure a holistic musical education. I personalize lessons to match individual learning styles and goals, emphasizing practical applications and fostering creativity. With a focus on hands-on practice and personalized feedback, I guide students in honing their skills and achieving their musical aspirations. Whether diving into sound engineering or mastering songwriting, I am dedicated to empowering students to excel in their musical journey.
Types of music lessons
Music Production
Music Composition
Sight-Reading
Digital Audio Workstation
Mashups
Electronic Music
Music concepts taught by Aimee
The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-ups, including exercises for vocal registers and breath support. They practiced singing two songs, 'Riptide' and 'Mr. Know It All,' focusing on technical aspects like vowel clarity, vocal placement, and emotional delivery. The student was encouraged to practice the songs further to internalize the material.
Vocal Registers: Chest
Mixed
and Head Voice
Vocal Power and Emotion in Performance
Legato vs. Staccato Singing Techniques
Vocal Resonance and Articulation
The student and tutor worked through specific challenges in playing two guitar songs, "Silver Chair" and "Steve V," focusing on technique, rhythm, and tablature interpretation. They also discussed the student's interest in incorporating blues and jazz theory into future lessons.
Musical Theory: Arpeggios and Chord Inversions
Guitar Pickup Settings and Tone
Left-Hand Techniques: Hammer-ons
Pull-offs
and Muting
Strumming Techniques & Rhythm
The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, including warm-ups, breath control, pitch modulation across different ranges, and articulation exercises. They practiced staccato and arpeggios, then applied these techniques to singing sections of the songs "Mr. Know It All" and "Riptide," focusing on vowel sounds, performance energy, and melodic accuracy.
Performance vs. Practice Technique
Vowel Shaping and Resonance
Staccato and Arpeggios in Vocalization
Vocal Registers and Range
Larynx Position and Tone Quality
Vocal Diaphragm Engagement
The Tutor and Student reviewed fundamental guitar exercises, focusing on clear note production and finger placement. They practiced the G major scale in the first position and learned the notes on the fretboard for the initial frets. The session concluded with an introduction to Travis picking techniques and planning for future practice.
Travis Picking Technique
Guitar Scale Shapes (First Position)
Notes on the Fretboard (First Three Frets)
Understanding Chords and Keys
The Student and Tutor analyzed guitar techniques for a specific song, focusing on finger positioning, slides, hammer-ons, bends, vibrato, and harmonics. They then reviewed guitar modes, practicing Dorian, Phrygian, and Lydian shapes while emphasizing proper finger placement. The Student plans to practice these concepts on electric guitar, utilize a finger exercise, and work with backing tracks, with future sessions to cover "Blue Bossa" and a requested strumming piece.
Efficient Finger Positioning & The 'Spider Exercise'
Advanced Guitar Techniques: Slides
Hammer-ons
Pull-offs
and Bends
Natural Harmonics on Guitar
Guitar Modes: Shapes
Octaves & Musical Character
The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, focusing on vocal warm-ups, various vocal exercises for technique and control, and an introduction to harmony practice. They also worked on two songs, "All That Really Matters" and "Mr. Know It All," practicing melody, dynamics, and expression, with homework assigned to practice the songs and specific exercises.
Vocal Warm-ups and Vowel Foundation
Vocal Compression and Dynamic Expression
Melodic and Harmonic Ear Training
Strategic Song Learning and Breath Awareness
Teaching tools used in music classes
Recording Apps
Metronome spps
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Interactive music lessons
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
Parent feedback
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
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