Marco Flores
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Guitar lessons - Marco Flores
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
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
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!
Your guitar teacher expertise
Songs and Repertoire
Guitar for beginners
Chord Progressions
Ear training
Chords and Rhythms
Guitar concept taught by Marco
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.
Palm Muting
Alternate Picking Technique
Wrist Rotation for Picking
Learning Chord Shapes and Inversions
Originality and Tone
Pick Grip and Control
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.
Chords as Emotional Storytellers
The Harmonized Scale and Numbering System
Interval Recognition and its Importance
Context is King: Chords and Melodies
Connecting Numbers to Sounds
Developing Musical Taste
Prioritizing Musicality over Technicality
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.
Hammer-ons and Pull-offs
Tablature as a Starting Point
String Gauge and Tone
The Importance of Riffs
String Resonance and Sustain
Alternate Tunings
The student and tutor discussed the benefits of playing with other musicians and the importance of recording oneself to improve musicianship. They also explored ear training techniques and equipment recommendations for home recording. Finger-style guitar techniques were briefly touched on, with the tutor offering to provide exercises for further development.
Recording Fundamentals: Precision and Critical Listening
Fingerstyle Guitar: Expanding Dexterity and Musicality
Equipment Doesn't Define the Sound
Playing with Other Musicians: The Pocket
Referencing: The Musician's North Star
The student learned about pentatonic scales, specifically the G major and C pentatonic scales, and practiced playing them on the guitar. The session also covered the relationship between keys, chords, and scales within the context of music theory. The student will revisit this topic in future lessons to reinforce their understanding.
G Major Pentatonic Scale
Pentatonic Scales
C Major Pentatonic Scale
Chords and Keys
Chord Progressions in G Major
Types of guitar lessons
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Acoustic Guitar
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Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
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All Levels
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
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Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Note taking
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
DAWs
PDF Sheet Music
Metronome Apps
Chord Diagram Apps
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