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Hector Olea

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Piano lessons - Hector Olea

Bachelors degree

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Hector - Your piano teacher

As a seasoned music tutor, I'm Hector Olea, holding dual Bachelors in Commercial Music and Philosophy, offering over a decade of teaching experience. Specializing in piano, I cater to students of all levels, from kids to adults. My expertise spans various subjects like Grand Piano, Jazz Piano, and more. I excel in Chord Theory, Ear Training, and Performance Skills, ensuring a comprehensive learning journey. With a focus on personalized teaching, I emphasize creating engaging lessons tailored to each student's needs and interests. Let's embark on a musical journey together!

Hector graduated from University of Texas at El Paso

Hector graduated from University of Texas at El Paso

Piano lessons at a glance

As a Piano tutor specializing in various piano types and genres, I offer a unique and engaging teaching approach. With a blend of creative and progressive instruction, I cater to students of all levels, including kids and adults. By integrating music theory, sight-reading, and personalized curriculum, I ensure a comprehensive learning experience. I leverage tech tools like DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual piano apps to enhance lessons both online and offline. I focus on using backing track libraries, chord & scale reference apps, and ear training software to make learning interactive and fun. With small class sizes of 20+ students, I provide individual attention and feedback to each student. Whether it's Grand Piano, Jazz Piano, or Digital Piano, I tailor lessons to match students' interests and abilities. My empathetic teaching style encourages problem-solving and technical skill development. By incorporating PDF sheet music libraries, looping software, and piano tuner apps, I ensure a well-rounded learning environment. Join me for a motivating and hands-on piano learning journey where theory meets practice seamlessly for students at any proficiency level.

Your piano teacher skills

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Music theory

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Finger Placement & Hand Position

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Piano Repertoire

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Performance Skills

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Piano Technique

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Ear training

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Sight Reading

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Pedaling Techniques

Meet Hector

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Piano concept taught by Hector

Student learned 6 days ago

Hector and Jennifer reviewed music theory concepts, including scales, modes, diminished scales, and chord progression analysis. Jennifer practiced applying scales and arpeggios and worked on chromatic scale exercises. Hector assigned practice exercises focusing on 2-5-1 progressions and chromatic scales in F and C, and they scheduled the next session for October 31st.

Half Diminished 7th Chord

Slap Bass Notation

Chromatic Scale Applications

Mixolydian Mode

Dorian Mode

Diminished Scale

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Student learned 16 days ago

Hector and a learner from Rockridge worked on bass guitar finger exercises to improve dexterity and coordination, focusing on alternating finger patterns across different strings while using a metronome. The individual also began learning to read music, practicing rhythms with whole, half, and quarter notes. Hector assigned practice exercises for finger dexterity, rhythm reading, and learning the baseline for "My Girl" by The Temptations, and will share a Google Drive folder with lesson notes and practice logs.

Rhythm Syllables

Bass Tuning

Finger Dexterity Exercise (1-2-3-4)

Music Note Durations

Music Rests

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Student learned 19 days ago

Hector led a lesson with Jennifer, delving into modes and their practical application in jazz chord progressions, with a specific focus on minor 2-5-1 progressions and turnarounds. Jennifer dedicated her time to practicing scales and chord analysis, honing her ability to visualize scales on the fingerboard and connect them smoothly. For future practice, they plan to utilize iReal Pro and apply these newly learned concepts to the song 'Alone Together'.

Minor 2-5-1 Progression

Modes as F Scale Positions

Mixolydian Flat 9 Flat 6 Scale

Locrian Mode

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Student learned about 1 month ago

Hector and a learner explored advanced scale and chord alterations for jazz bass, focusing on applying these concepts to 'Girl from Ipanema.' The learner, a resident of Grogan's Mill, practiced major and Mixolydian scales, including altered versions, and began learning slap bass techniques. Hector assigned exercises to practice scales in different positions and to incorporate 'spicy' notes into the melody, and will provide a scale chart for the song.

Slap Bass Technique (Thumb)

Altered Scale (Super Locrian)

Mixolydian Scale (Dominant Scale)

Lydian Scale (Major with Sharp 4)

Altered Notes in Scales

Scale Extensions (9ths

11ths

13ths)

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Student learned about 2 months ago

During a recent lesson, Hector and Jennifer delved into "The Girl from Ipanema," concentrating on chord voicings, voice leading, and the "2-5-1" progression. Jennifer specifically worked on playing rootless chords and soloing by utilizing the third and seventh of each chord. Her homework assignment involves practicing the song with a backing track, with a focus on voice leading and soloing using guide tones, and recording a bassline, rootless chords, a melody, and a solo across the song's structure.

Rootless Voicings

Voice Leading

3-7 / 7-3 Voice Leading

Diminished Chords

2-5-1 Progression

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Student learned 2 months ago

Hector recently conducted a music lesson for a student from the University of Texas at El Paso, covering music theory, chord progressions, bass guitar tone, and rhythm exercises. The learner actively practiced chord changes, specifically the 3-6-2-5-1 turnaround in C major, and applied rhythmic patterns to these changes. Looking ahead, Hector plans to send a video on soloing, offer more examples of 3-6-2-5-1 progressions, and they also discussed options for recording the student's playing.

Chord Alterations/Substitutions

Planing/Motif Planning

AABA Form

3-6-2-5-1 Turnaround

Rhythm Notation

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Different types of piano lessons

Piano

Piano

Grand Piano

Grand Piano

Player Piano

Player Piano

Digital Piano

Digital Piano

Upright Piano

Upright Piano

Jazz Piano

Jazz Piano

Types of learners for piano lessons

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Piano for beginners

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Piano for kids

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Piano for intermediate

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Piano for advanced

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Piano for adults

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All Levels

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ADHD

Approach & tools used in piano classes

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Ear Training Software

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Metronome Apps

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Virtual Piano Apps

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DAWs

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PDF Sheet Music Libraries

Interactive piano lessons

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Mobile joining

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Weekend lessons

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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Open Q&A

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