Aimee Casahuilca
Music Production Lessons for All Levels | Macquarie University Educator
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Aimee Casahuilca
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
20% off
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
5% off
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1 lessons
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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
Your music teacher expertise
Folk
Rock
Pop
Classical
Learner types for music lessons
Music for adults
Music for advanced
ADHD
Music for kids
Learning Disabilities
ASD
Home schooled
Music for beginners
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Music lessons at a glance
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
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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Music concepts taught by Aimee
The student and tutor reviewed guitar scale patterns and practiced rhythmic exercises focusing on triplets and eighth notes. They also discussed music notation for rhythms and addressed specific left-hand techniques and chord voicings for the song "Blackbird," with the student planning to continue practicing these concepts.
Scale Patterns and Flexibility
Rhythm and Timing Exercises
Understanding Ties and Note Equivalence
Left-Hand Guitar Technique
The student and tutor reviewed major scale shapes and practiced rhythmic exercises with a metronome to improve timing and technique. They then moved on to improvisational practice in A minor and worked on technical exercises for picking, as well as a new arrangement of "Blackbird" focusing on specific guitar techniques.
Major Scale Shapes
Rhythmic Phrasing and Metronome Work
Minor Scale Introduction and Application
Economy Picking and Technical Exercises
Advanced Chord Voicings and Transitions (Blackbird Arrangement)
The session focused on guitar techniques, covering major and minor scales, the CAGED system for chord shapes, and specific techniques for an R&B piece the student is learning. The student received guidance on rhythmic practice, fretboard knowledge, chord transitions, and tab interpretation. The student was assigned to practice the scales and CAGED system exercises, focusing on identifying root notes and chord shapes.
Applying Scale and Chord Knowledge
CAGED System: Chord Shapes and Roots
Major Scale Positions and Root Notes
Rhythmic Scale Practice
Left Hand Technique: Pinky Strength
Metronome Practice
The Student reviewed timing and hammer-ons and practiced improvising over a solo section, and scales with the tutor. The session focused on understanding major scale shapes and applying them across the fretboard. The student also worked on a song, analyzing chord transitions and left-hand techniques.
Hammer-ons and Pull-offs Technique
Reading Bass Notes on Sheet Music
A Minor 9 Chord
Arpeggios vs. Chords
Major Scale Shapes and Positions
Applying Scales to Soloing
Using Positions on the Fretboard
Improvisation and Scales: Mixolydian and Minor Scales
Understanding Ghost Notes
Scanning Music Before Playing
Chord Charts and Improvisation
Hammer-ons
The Tutor guided the Student through reading and interpreting guitar sheet music, focusing on rhythm, chord voicings, and special techniques. The Student practiced two songs, clarifying notation and finger placements. The Student will practice the pieces and review left-hand techniques in a future lesson.
Reading Sheet Music: Bass Notes and Notation
Arpeggiation and Strumming Patterns
Chord Voicings and Shapes: CAGED and Triads
Hammer-ons
Ghost Notes
and Extended Notes
Teaching tools used in music classes
Metronome spps
Recording Apps
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Interactive music lessons
Chat for quick help
Parent feedback
Note taking
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
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