Marco Flores
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Marco Flores
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
20% off
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
10% off
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10 lessons
5% off
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5 lessons
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1 lessons
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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
Your guitar teacher expertise
Fingerstyle
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Chords and Rhythms
Chord Progressions
Guitar for beginners
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Guitar for adults
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
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Home schooled
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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
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
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10 day Refund
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Guitar concepts taught by Marco
The student and tutor worked through audio setup issues and then extensively discussed progressive rock music, analyzing complex song structures, time signatures, and the musical styles of bands like King Crimson, Pink Floyd, and Rush. They also explored contemporary indie music and discussed guitar techniques and gear.
Audio Signal Routing and Gain Staging
Progressive Rock Music Analysis
Guitar Techniques and Effects
Music Production and Mixing Concepts
The student and tutor focused on setting up and navigating the Luna DAW for audio recording and MIDI sequencing. They troubleshoot audio interface connections and configured input/output settings, then explored creating and editing audio and instrument tracks, including an introduction to MIDI note creation and manipulation. The session concluded with an analysis of a guitar solo, explaining its chord progression and scale usage.
Audio Interface and DAW Setup
Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) Fundamentals
Audio Signal Flow and Console Emulation
Music Theory: Scales and Chord Progressions
The session focused on advanced guitar techniques, including proper posture, efficient song learning strategies like chunking and checkpointing, and developing proficiency with a pick. The tutor and student also discussed musical expression and personalization, encouraging the student to develop their own style. The student plans to work on the song "Time in a Bottle" with these techniques.
Learning Songs: Structure and Phrasing
Rhythmic Fluctuations and Musical Expression
Finding Your Own Voice and Interpretation
Fingerstyle vs. Pick Technique
Guitar Positioning and Comfort
The Student and Tutor engaged in a comprehensive discussion about guitar playing, covering instrument setup, advanced chord voicings, and the importance of rhythm practice. They also explored recording techniques and the potential for integrating audio equipment in future sessions.
Neck Relief and Action
String Breakage Causes
Rhythm and Muscle Memory
Guitar Tuning and Chord Voicings
Modern Music Production Techniques
The Tutor and Student reviewed guitar playing techniques, focusing on finger usage for practicing songs. They then delved into music theory, specifically the construction of major scales, the concept of whole and half steps, and how to apply these principles to create scales in any key.
Musical Fingerings and Habits
Musical Intervals: Whole and Half Tones
Sharps
Flats
and Enharmonic Equivalents
Major Scale Construction Formula
The Student and Tutor discussed guitar playing techniques, focusing on improving speed and right-hand technique using analogies and practical advice. They also explored the fundamentals of audio recording, including interfaces, preamps, and signal processing, and began analyzing a specific King Crimson guitar part.
The Importance of Left-Hand/Right-Hand Synchronization
Pick Grip and Control
Understanding Audio Interfaces and Signal Flow
The "Gear" Analogy for Picking Technique
Preamps and Compressors in Recording
Learning tools used in guitar classes
PDF Sheet Music
Chord Diagram Apps
DAWs
Amp Simulators
Metronome Apps
Engaging guitar lessons
Note taking
Chat for quick help
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
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