Giacomo Favitta
Take emotionally driven guitar lessons that balance musical feel with innovative theoretical insight.
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Giacomo Favitta
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Giacomo - Know your guitar teacher
As a seasoned music tutor, I'm Giacomo Favitta, specializing in classical, acoustic, and electric guitar. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Classical Guitar, I bring over 5 years of experience to the table. My specialities include chord progressions, ear training, music theory, and more. I cater to students of all levels, be it kids, beginners, intermediates, or adults, fostering a love for music. With a knack for creating personalized learning experiences, I emphasize chord techniques, scales, and diverse musical styles. My goal is to instill confidence, creativity, and a deep understanding of music in each student. Whether you're strumming for the first time or aiming to master complex fingerpicking, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Join me in an exciting musical journey where we unlock your full potential as a guitarist. Let's strum, pick, and chord our way to musical excellence together!
Giacomo graduated from Conservatory “Giuseppe Verdi”, Como
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In my role as a Guitar Tutor specializing in Acoustic and Classical Guitar, I offer a unique teaching approach that blends theory integration, expressive musicality, and ear training. With a focus on creativity and empathy, I provide hands-on lessons for students of all levels, including adults, advanced, intermediate, and beginners. By utilizing tech tools like Amp Simulators, DAWs, and Metronome Apps, I create an engaging online learning environment. I tailor lessons to align with various curricula such as A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, ensuring students meet educational standards while enjoying personalized instruction. Let's strum our way to musical excellence together!
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Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Classical Guitar
Guitar concepts taught by Giacomo
The Student and Tutor began working on a new piano piece, starting with an analysis of its D major key signature and note identification across clefs. They practiced the first eight bars, focusing on rhythmic accuracy, staccato articulation, and hand coordination. The Student is encouraged to practice the piece, particularly the coordination challenges, before the next session.
Left Hand Bass Clef Reading and Octaves
Identifying Key Signatures and Scales
Rhythmic Coordination Between Hands
Mastering Staccato Articulation
Efficient Hand Jumps and Finger Placement
Student and Tutor reviewed music history topics, specifically the "Dies Irae" chant, its origins in Requiem masses, and its modern applications in film. The Tutor also critically compared classical and jazz harmony as teaching methodologies. The Student communicated their readiness to learn a new song and proposed a visual learning approach using online resources for future practice.
Contrasting Classical and Jazz Music Education
Dies Irae: Ancient Chant to Modern Cinema
Technique vs. Meaning in Musical Performance
Student's Current Goals and Preferred Learning Methods
The tutor and student explored foundational singing techniques, focusing on breath control, vocal exercises like lip rolls and sirens, and understanding vocal registers. The student practiced singing familiar pop songs, and homework was assigned to reinforce these techniques and improve vocal coordination.
Vocal Registers (Chest
Head
Mix)
Vocal Warm-up Exercises
Ear Training and Pitch Accuracy
Breath Management and Support
The tutor worked with the student on two audition songs, "Everlasting" and "Once Upon a December." They focused on vocal technique, emotional expression, breath control, and precise articulation in specific challenging phrases within each song. The tutor provided exercises to improve vocal dynamics and control, with plans for further practice in the coming days.
Audition Preparation: Understanding Cuts and Repertoire
Song Interpretation: Identifying and Addressing Climax Points
Vocal Dynamics: Controlling Volume and Air Pressure
Vocal Performance: Expressing Emotion vs. Technical Accuracy
The Gregorian Calendar
Dating Historical Events: BC/AD vs. BCE/CE
The Origins of Western Music and Conservatories
The student and tutor discussed the challenges of balancing creative work in music production and performance with the need for financial sustainability. They explored strategies for promoting artistic skills, managing energy with chronic pain, and the desire to prioritize creative passion. The conversation touched upon potential future career paths and the importance of protecting creative time.
Building a Sustainable Creative Career
The Artist's Journey: Navigating Internal Blocks and External Perceptions
Spoon Theory and Artist Burnout
The Freelancer's Dilemma: Balancing Passion and Practicality
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Chord Diagram Apps
Metronome Apps
Looping Pedals
Guitar Tuner Apps
Ear Training Software
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