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
Your music teacher expertise
Rock
Pop
Classical
Folk
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Learner types for music lessons
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
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Music for beginners
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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
Music concepts taught by Aimee
The tutor and student focused on foundational singing techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, vocal warm-ups like lip trills, and vowel pronunciation exercises ('Ah', 'Ee', 'Oh'). They practiced staccato and legato articulation, and the student performed a song excerpt for feedback, identifying areas for vocal development and breath control.
Vocal Warm-ups: Lip Trills
Staccato and Legato Techniques
Vowel Articulation: 'A'
'E'
'O'
Diaphragmatic Breathing
The tutor and student focused on foundational singing techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, vowel articulation, and vocal exercises like lip trills and humming. The student practiced singing specific vowel sounds and rhythmic patterns, and also performed a song segment, receiving feedback on pitch, vocal health, and confidence.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Warm-ups: Lip Trills and Humming
Vowel Articulation and Resonance
Staccato and Legato Techniques
The tutor provided vocal coaching to the student, focusing on ear training and pitch accuracy through various singing exercises. They worked on identifying and correcting pitch errors, improving breath support, and developing vocal tone. The student was encouraged to practice a chosen song for the next session, incorporating exercises for pitch, breathing, and expression.
Pitch Accuracy and Ear Training
Vocal Resonance and Open Vowels
Staccato vs. Legato Phrasing
Vocal Range and Comfortable Register
The Tutor and Student reviewed advanced guitar techniques including "tapping" and applying arpeggios to soloing. They practiced various exercises, discussed modal playing, and set homework to memorize arpeggio positions and improvise with them. Future sessions will cover seventh chord theory.
Guitar Tapping Technique
Arpeggios for Soloing
Guitar Modes
Improving Guitar Speed and Timing
The student and tutor reviewed musical modes and their application to guitar playing, including identifying root notes and practicing scales. They also worked on improvisational techniques over backing tracks and tackled technical exercises involving arpeggios and rhythmic accuracy, with a plan to continue practicing these elements.
Arpeggio Practice and Fingerings
Understanding Musical Modes
Applying Modes in Improvisation
Technical Workout: Timing and Articulation
The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-up exercises and techniques to prepare for an upcoming audition. They practiced vocalization exercises and addressed technical audio issues, with the student working on song projection and emotional expression for their performance.
Technical Considerations for Online Performance
Vocal Warm-ups: The Foundation of Singing
Vocal Projection and Power
Stage Presence and Emotional Delivery
Teaching tools used in music classes
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Metronome spps
Recording Apps
Interactive music lessons
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
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