University of Miami Music Lessons: Theory, Composition, Production & More

The student practiced fundamental guitar chords (C, G, E, A, D major) and transitioned between them, focusing on clear sound production and finger positioning. The session then incorporated applying various strumming patterns to these chords and progressions, emphasizing hand coordination and rhythm. Future practice will build on these skills with more complex patterns and the introduction of minor chords.

The student and tutor worked on various guitar techniques, including strumming patterns, chord transitions, and fingerpicking exercises. They delved into music theory, focusing on seventh chords, interval recognition through ear training, and the concepts of half and whole steps. The tutor provided resources and planned to send further theoretical materials to support the student's learning.

The tutor and student worked on guitar technique, refining fingerpicking and articulation across various exercises and musical pieces. They then transitioned to music theory, specifically learning to notate chord inversions and figured bass in music software, with plans to cover seventh chord inversions next week.

The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, focusing on breath support, vocal placement, and applying these to song performance. They practiced exercises to improve air capacity and sustain, and then applied these techniques to selected songs to enhance pitch accuracy and expressiveness.

The student practiced guitar strumming patterns and applied them to various chord progressions. They also reviewed music theory fundamentals, including clefs, note identification, intervals, and the construction of major and minor chords and scales, with a focus on ear training for chord identification.

The Student and Tutor worked on refining guitar technique through targeted warm-ups, focusing on sound clarity and hand coordination. They practiced various D major chord progressions using different PIMA patterns, with an emphasis on improving right and left-hand synchronization. The session also included practicing Opus 60 pieces, where technique, dynamic contrast, and musical interpretation were key areas of focus. For homework, the Student will practice Opus 60 No. 14 using isolated hand practice and continue experimenting with dynamics and timbre in other pieces, while the Tutor will prepare guitar-specific resources for figured bass for the next session.