Aimee Casahuilca
Train with a Macquarie graduate skilled in multiple vocal genres, helping you find your sound
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Singing lessons - Aimee Casahuilca
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Aimee - Get to know your vocal coach
As a seasoned music tutor, I'm Aimee Casahuilca, armed with a Bachelors degree in Music. With almost a year of experience, I specialize in teaching singing to students of all ages. My approach is all about creating a positive and interactive learning space where you can truly dive into your musical talents. I tailor my lessons to fit your unique learning style and objectives, ensuring each session is engaging and productive. Whether you're an adult honing your musical skills or a young student taking your first steps in singing, I'm here to guide you through every musical journey. From mastering breathing techniques to diving into music theory, performance, and even songwriting, each lesson is crafted to boost your confidence and enhance your musical abilities. Together, we'll explore ear training, harmony, melody, pitch, and more, delving into various singing styles like jazz, rock, movie, metal, and country. Let's unleash your inner musician and embark on a musical adventure that's both fulfilling and fun. Join me, and let's hit all the right notes together!
Aimee graduated from Macquarie
Singing lessons highlights
As a Singing tutor specializing in Jazz, Rock, Movie, Metal, and Country genres, I cater to Adult, Advanced, Kids, and Beginner students. My teaching style is Expressive, Engaging, and Confidence-building, focusing on Pitch Perfection and Relaxation techniques. I use a range of tech tools like DAWs, ear training software, and vocal pitch training apps to enhance learning. I follow a tailored curriculum including Common Core State Standards (USA) and International Baccalaureate (IB) to ensure comprehensive skill development. With a personalized approach, I help students hone their vocal techniques, expression, and creativity. Each lesson focuses on practical exercises, performance, and genre-specific training to boost confidence and skills. Join me on a musical journey where you'll develop a strong foundation, expressiveness, and pitch accuracy, tailored to your unique learning needs and goals.
Meet Aimee
Singing concept taught by Aimee
The Student learned about sus chords and ninth chords on the guitar, exploring their theory and practical application. The session included working through examples of different chord voicings and fingerings, and applying these concepts to a piece of music. The tutor will send a backing track for the piece to practice with before the next session, and further exploration of extended chords and scales was planned.
Applying Chords to Songwriting and Pieces
Ninth Chords: Adding Color
E Sus Chord Positions
D Sus Chord Positions
C Sus Chord Positions
B Sus Chord Positions
Sus Chords: Suspended Thirds
The Student and Tutor reviewed major 7th arpeggios, focusing on their structure and relationship to major triads. They also discussed modes and their relationship to the major and minor scales, identifying key differences in intervals. The Student was assigned to practice applying one major 7th arpeggio to a chord progression and to practice the modes by vocalizing the intervals.
Understanding Modes: A Brief Overview
Relationship Between Major and Minor Scales & Modes
Major 7 Arpeggios
Application of Arpeggios in Soloing
The Student practiced major and minor triads, seventh chords, and fingerpicking patterns on the guitar. The Tutor provided guidance on finger placements and techniques. The homework assignment involves practicing the three fingerpicking patterns with different chord positions, prioritizing this over arpeggios if time is limited.
Major Arpeggio Shapes
Minor Arpeggio Shapes
Major 7th Arpeggios
Major and Minor 7th Chord Shapes
Finger Picking Patterns
Aimee guided an individual from The Woodlands through a guitar lesson, focusing on scales, timing, and major/minor triads. The learner practiced scales with a metronome and acquired new triad shapes, emphasizing smooth transitions and consistent rhythm. Aimee suggested daily practice of scales and triads, even in short lessons, and encouraged continued improvisation to maintain the enjoyment of playing.
Minor Triads
Consistent Practice
Major Triads
Metronome Practice
Three-Note Exercise
The city for this lesson was not specified. Aimee guided Josh through major triads, emphasizing fingering, smooth transitions, and interval recognition. Following this, they delved into minor pentatonic scales, practicing various patterns and positions across the fretboard. The lesson wrapped up with an introduction to seventh chords and a discussion about chord progressions. Looking ahead, Aimee will review a song Josh is currently learning, and their next lesson will focus on minor triads and major/minor 7 triads.
Seventh Chords (Open vs. Bar)
Minor Pentatonic Scale Patterns
Intervals & Root Notes
Major Triad Shapes
Aimee guided David through a guitar lesson, focusing on minor pentatonic scales, arpeggios, and major/minor 7th chords. David diligently practiced various patterns within the pentatonic scale and explored different arpeggio shapes, also working on chord progressions using 7th chords. For their next lesson, Aimee suggested finger-picking exercises and note reading, and they scheduled it for Saturday.
Minor 7th Chords
Minor Pentatonic Scale
Arpeggios
Major 7th Chords
Learner types for singing lessons
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Singing for adults
Home schooled
ASD
Singing for beginners
Singing for advanced
ADHD
Singing for kids
Interactive voice lessons
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Pets are welcomed
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Metal Singing
Country Singing
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