Marco Flores
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Marco Flores
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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Marco - Know your guitar teacher
I'm Marco Flores, a Bachelors-educated guitar pro with over 3 years of teaching experience in guitar lessons. I specialize in a wide array of subjects including Acoustic, Electric, Classical, and Bass Guitar. My specialities range from Chord Progressions to Fingerstyle and Music Theory. I cater to students at all levels, be it in school, college, or adults seeking professional guidance. My personalized approach focuses on Chords, Scales, Strumming, and more. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your techniques, I'm here to guide you on your musical journey. Let's strum our way to your guitar goals together!
Marco graduated from Los Angeles Recording School
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Guitar for beginners
Chords and Rhythms
Songs and Repertoire
Fingerstyle
Strumming and Picking Techniques
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Guitar lessons quick guide
As a guitar tutor, I offer engaging and progressive lessons tailored to students of all levels. My teaching style blends theory with practical application, focusing on building a strong foundation while nurturing expressive musicality. I integrate ear training to enhance listening skills, ensuring a well-rounded musical development. I use a variety of tech tools like amp simulators, DAWs, and chord diagram apps to create interactive online learning experiences. By following diverse curricula such as A-Levels, AP Programs, and IB standards, I cater to school, college, and adult learners, providing personalized tutoring to small groups of less than 10 students. Let's embark on a musical journey together and unlock your full potential in guitar playing!
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Guitar concepts taught by Marco
The Tutor and Student discussed techniques for improving guitar improvisation, focusing on phrasing, dynamics, and incorporating modal elements. The Student was encouraged to analyze other guitarists' styles and to experiment with different techniques to develop a unique sound. The next session is scheduled for the Tuesday after Christmas.
Incorporating Notes Outside the Pentatonic Scale
Phrasing and Musicality in Improvisation
Dynamics and Contrast
Borrowing and Personalizing Licks
Intentionality and Performance
The Student learned about the pentatonic scale, specifically the G pentatonic scale and its notes (G, A, B, D, E). They identified these notes within their exercises written in tab notation and related them to playing a G chord. The Tutor recommended practicing finger techniques and learning songs to reinforce chord and melody memory.
Tablature (Tabs)
Pentatonic Scale
G Pentatonic Scale
Relating Fretboard to Notes
The Student and Tutor analyzed and refined right-hand guitar techniques, including alternate picking, wrist movement, and palm muting. They explored the importance of originality in playing and discussed examples of guitarists with unique sounds. The Student was given a song to practice right hand techniques and also planned on a lesson with his brother.
Pick Grip and Control
Originality and Tone
Learning Chord Shapes and Inversions
Palm Muting
Wrist Rotation for Picking
Alternate Picking Technique
The Tutor and Student discussed intervals and chord construction within the context of music theory, focusing on major, minor, diminished, and augmented chords. The Student was encouraged to practice identifying intervals in songs and to apply theoretical concepts to guitar playing. They agreed to focus on guitar-heavy practice in the next session.
Augmented Chords: Two Major Thirds
Intervals in Improvisation and Arrangement
Half-Diminished Chords
Diminished Chords: Two Minor Thirds
Major vs. Minor Chords: Interval Inversion
Intervals and their Context
The Student and Tutor discussed approaching guitar playing through the emotional context of chord progressions rather than individual notes. The session focused on recognizing common progressions, understanding their emotional impact, and using this knowledge to improve improvisation and musical expression. The Student was encouraged to listen to music, identify chord progressions, and analyze the emotions they evoke.
Interval Recognition and its Importance
The Harmonized Scale and Numbering System
Connecting Numbers to Sounds
Context is King: Chords and Melodies
Chords as Emotional Storytellers
Prioritizing Musicality over Technicality
Developing Musical Taste
The session involved a discussion of guitar techniques, Led Zeppelin songs, and the nuances of guitar equipment and string gauges. The student showcased their progress on several songs, and the tutor provided feedback and guidance. They planned to work on "Rain Song" in the next session and discussed string recommendations.
String Resonance and Sustain
Tablature as a Starting Point
Hammer-ons and Pull-offs
String Gauge and Tone
The Importance of Riffs
Alternate Tunings
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Chord Diagram Apps
Guitar Tuner Apps
Amp Simulators
Metronome Apps
DAWs
Engaging guitar lessons
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
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