Paula Robinson
Comprehensive Music Lessons by Tutor from University of Louisiana
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Paula Robinson
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
About your music teacher
As a seasoned music tutor with over a decade of experience, I'm Paula Robinson, holding a Bachelors degree in Music. Specializing in a wide array of music genres from Baroque to Rock, I offer expertise in Music Production, Composition, DJ skills, and much more. From beginners to advanced levels, I cater to all music enthusiasts, including kids and adults. My teaching approach revolves around creating an engaging and personalized learning journey for each student. By incorporating interactive techniques and hands-on activities, I ensure that my students stay motivated and inspired throughout their musical exploration. Whether you're delving into music for the first time or seeking to refine your skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's harmonize your musical aspirations and unlock your full potential together!
Meet Paula
Paula graduated from University of Louisiana
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Classical
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My approach to teaching music production, composition, sight-reading, and more is a blend of empathy, theory integration, creativity, and engaging performance coaching. I cater to a diverse audience of 50+ students, including kids, beginners, intermediate, advanced, and adults. I leverage tech tools like digital audio workstations, metronomes, recording apps, and more to enhance learning. I follow a curriculum tailored to various standards like A-Levels, AP Program, IB, and more to ensure a comprehensive educational experience. By incorporating backing tracks, breathing support apps, and vocal technique apps, I create an interactive and dynamic learning environment. My methodology focuses on practical applications, fostering creativity, and enhancing technical skills to help students excel in music production, composition, and performance.
Types of music lessons
Sight-Reading
Digital Audio Workstation
Music Mixing
Mashups
Sound Engineering
Audio Editing
Music concepts taught by Paula
The Tutor and Student practiced various guitar chords for the song "Midnight Sun," including E minor, an adapted B minor, D, and A. The Student worked on strumming patterns and transitions between these chords, expressing a preference for playing the harmony over the melody. For the next session, the Tutor plans to find an acoustic version of the song to better illustrate chord changes.
Applying Chords to a Song Progression ('Midnight Sun')
Melody vs. Harmony in Guitar Playing
Core Guitar Chords: E minor
D Major
A Major
Simplified B minor Chord Technique
Basic Strumming Pattern: Down
Up
Student and Tutor began exploring new guitar chords and strumming techniques after completing prior performance pieces. They learned and practiced the full C, G (with multiple fingerings), G7, E minor, D, and A chords. The session concluded with the Student practicing the D and A chord progression for their chosen song, 'Midnight Sun,' with a plan to continue working on it and discussing future attendance.
Song Chord Identification & Adaptation
D Major and A Major Chords in Song Context
E Minor (Em) Chord Fundamentals
Seamless G to C Chord Transitions
G Major Chord Variations & Selection
Advanced C Major Chord
G7 Chord Introduction
The tutor and student worked on ear training by singing "Mary Had a Little Lamb" to identify chord changes without the book. The student then practiced playing through their repertoire of songs, focusing on chord transitions and overall speed, with a discussion on learning full chords as a future goal.
Chord Mastery and Progress Tracking
Understanding Chord Voicings and Fingerings
Repertoire Practice and Performance Readiness
Ear Training for Chord Changes
The tutor and student reviewed piano pieces and practiced identifying and playing musical intervals, specifically seconds and thirds, by ear. They also explored the concept of harmony as chords played simultaneously. The next lesson will focus on a new song called "The Rock Song."
Musical Intervals
Melody vs. Harmony
Identifying Intervals by Ear
Note Reading and Finger Placement
Student and Tutor practiced guitar picking exercises and performed a medley of songs as if for a school event, focusing on timing and confidence. They discussed strategies for extending the performance duration by repeating songs with lyrical variations. For homework, the Student was assigned to practice repeating "Hokey Pokey" and "If You're Happy and You Know It," creating new words for the repeated verses.
Developing Integrated Guitar Performance Skills
Understanding Chord Progression Complexity
Extending Performance with Song Repetition and Variation
Performance Practice and Timing
Guitar Picking Warm-up Techniques
The Tutor and Student worked on piano exercises, focusing on correct finger placement for scales and the concept of playing musical thirds by skipping a white key. They also practiced using interactive features for communication during the lesson. The next session will involve further practice on these techniques and potentially new material.
Understanding "Thirds" in Music
Using Emojis for Communication
Maintaining Hand Position and Avoiding Unnecessary Movement
Finger Placement and Numbering
Teaching tools used in music classes
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Recording Apps
Interactive music lessons
Note taking
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
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