Eric Lewis
Music Lessons in Music Production, Mixing, and Songwriting at Aria of Music Academy
Private lessons - Eric Lewis
Diploma degree
$39
$34
/ hour
About your music teacher
As a seasoned music educator with over a decade of experience, I'm Eric Lewis, a dedicated mentor with a passion for nurturing musical talent in students of all levels. Holding a Diploma in Music Education, I specialize in a wide array of genres from Baroque to Jazz, ensuring a comprehensive musical journey for my students. My approach to teaching is rooted in the belief that music should inspire, empower, and bring joy. I tailor each lesson to meet the unique needs and aspirations of every student, making learning guitar, singing, and various music subjects a transformative experience. Whether you're a curious beginner, aspiring artist, or seasoned musician, I am here to support and guide you on your musical adventure. From music theory to live performances, I offer personalized lessons that unlock your full potential and help you grow as a musician. Embark on this musical journey with me, and let's explore the incredible world of music together. Join my classes and let's make beautiful music that resonates with your soul!
Meet Eric
Eric graduated from Aria of Music Academy
Music lessons overview
With over a decade of experience as a music tutor, I specialize in a personalized teaching approach that caters to students of all ages and levels. My teaching style is empathetic, expressive, and technique-focused, creating engaging lessons that include performance coaching. I offer a wide range of music subjects, from music theory to live performance, using tech tools like looping software and recording apps to enhance learning both online and offline. I follow various curricula, including the Common Core State Standards and International Baccalaureate, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience. My audience includes over 200 students, ranging from kids to adults at all levels of musical proficiency. By blending theory with practice and utilizing innovative tech tools, I create a supportive and encouraging environment that fosters a love of music and ensures each student's success.
Lessons that match student goals
Covers rock, pop, or acoustic based on what students love
Boosts confidence in shy learners
88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence
Step-by-step guitar classes tracking
86% students see clear milestones across levels
Your music teacher specialities
Pop
Folk
Blues
R&B
Rock
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Music concept taught by Eric
Eric Lewis coached Greg Newton on vocal techniques, focusing on diction, inflection, and scale identification within the song "Moon Dance." Greg practiced exercises to improve tonal memory and reduce performance anxiety. Eric advised Greg to actively seek performance opportunities and offered assistance with payment plan issues.
Workflow Prioritization
Prioritizing Tonal Memory
Breaking Down Complexity
Vocal Inflections
Pronunciation Practice
Consistent Practice
Project-Based Learning
Overcoming Performance Nerves
Eric Lewis coached Greg Newton on vocal exercises to improve his ability to hold notes and transition between chest and head voice, focusing on the song "Moon Dance." They identified Greg's tendency to slide off notes and practiced techniques to maintain tonal accuracy and breath control. They also addressed a scheduling issue with the tutoring app.
Cruning and Belting
Quantifying Music
Chest vs. Head Voice
Perfect Fourth Jump
Holding Notes
In a voice lesson on June 10, 2025, Eric Lewis worked with Tyne Penn II on improving diction and enunciation in singing. They practiced vowel shapes, the "135" exercise, and varying enunciation for different effects. Eric advised Tyne to practice diction in front of a mirror and offered an additional 30-minute session the following day.
Vowel Shapes
Studio Vocal Technique
Confidence and Mouth Movement
Diction
Eric mentored Joshua on songwriting, covering topics like melody creation, song structure (verse, chorus, bridge), genre influences, and the importance of memorable melodies. They analyzed songs from various artists (My Chemical Romance, Basket Case, etc.) to illustrate these concepts. Joshua is working on a song about a bad relationship and receives feedback and guidance from Eric, who also emphasizes the importance of audio engineering, networking, and analyzing other artists' work for inspiration.
Song Structure
Verse and Chorus
Melody in Songwriting
Bridges
Importance of Audio Engineering
Finding Your Unique Sound
Eric Lewis provided Greg Newton with a singing lesson focused on improving tonal memory and vocal control. Greg practiced scales and mouth control exercises, using a tuner app to identify and correct pitch issues. Eric assigned practice routines focusing on specific problem notes and vowel sounds, and they agreed to continue these exercises in the next session.
Identifying Weaknesses
Tonal Memory
Mouth Control & Dynamics
Using Tuners
Vocal Exercises
Eric Lewis coached Tyne Penn II on vocal techniques, music theory, and industry awareness. They practiced scales, sirens, and trills, using "Lean on Me" as an example, and discussed chord construction and song analysis. Eric advised Tyne to practice trills with full stops and cautioned them about the music industry, promising to send resources for practicing "Lean on Me."
Annotating a Song
Major vs. Minor Chords
Chords vs. Notes
Half Steps
Practicing Trills
Importance of Rest
Finding High and Low Points in a Song
Types of music lessons
Music Production
Sight-Reading
Digital Audio Workstation
Music Mixing
Mashups
Electronic Music
Free lesson slots
1 / 1
Teaching tools used in music classes
Metronome spps
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Vocal Warm-Up Apps
Student types for music lessons
Music for kids
Music for beginners
Music for intermediate
Music for adults
Music for advanced
All Levels
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive music lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
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