Paula Robinson
Comprehensive Music Lessons by Tutor from University of Louisiana
Private lessons - Paula Robinson
Bachelors degree
$19
$17
/ 30 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
Music lessons overview
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.
92% students praise the teaching style
Student appreciate the way lessons are conducted by the teacher
Consistent feedback from piano teacher
Parents receive regular updates on goals, strengths, and areas to improve
Piano classes that boost confidence
86% students feel more secure performing after just a few lessons
Your music teacher specialities
Rock
Country
Folk
Pop
Metal
Baroque
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Music concept taught by Paula
Paula Robinson gave Joey a piano lesson where they reviewed Joey's arrangement of "So Long London," analyzed 1-4-5 chord progressions in rock and roll and blues, and practiced several ABBA songs. Paula encouraged Joey to create a setlist and prepare for potential performances. They planned to continue working on current songs and explore new ones, including songs by The Beatles.
Song Arrangement
1-4-5 Chord Progression
Blues Form
Inverted Chords
A Minor 7 Chord
Performance Preparation
Paula is teaching Millie guitar, with Robin (Millie's mother) present. They work on finger placement and sound quality for "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and begin "Happy Birthday" on the G string. Practice is encouraged, and guitar positioning/pick holding are discussed. Millie's sister will bring her to the next lesson.
Proper Finger Placement
Repeating to Learn
Strumming Techniques
Soft Touch
Guitar Positioning
Paula taught Joey about whole steps and half steps in music theory and applied these concepts to playing "Harder Glass" on the piano, focusing on chord changes and adding movement. They also began working on "So Long London" by Taylor Swift, identifying chord progressions and song structure. Paula assigned Joey to practice the structure of "So Long London" and offered to help with Moonlight Sonata if Joey sends the sheet music.
Whole Steps
Half Steps
Chord Construction
Song Structure Analysis
Walk-ups
Inharmonic Notes
Paula taught Joey a simplified piano arrangement of "Heart of Glass," focusing on the verse, theme, and chorus. Joey practiced chord progressions, rhythm, and transitions, including a "walk-up" into the chorus. They discussed future lessons on Taylor Swift and ABBA songs, and Joey was encouraged to find sheet music and practice playing along with the song.
Theme Rhythm (Syncopation)
Key Signatures & Note Naming
Turnarounds (Walk-Ups)
Chord Progressions (Verse & Chorus)
Inverted Chords
Paula taught Millie guitar, focusing on "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and starting "Happy Birthday." Millie practiced finger placement, string changes, and strumming, and was introduced to the E minor chord. Paula encouraged Millie to practice the songs and chord throughout the week and to try playing "Twinkle Twinkle" daily.
Happy Birthday
E minor chord
Strumming
Guitar Anatomy
Twinkle
Twinkle Little Star
Paula Robinson taught Joey about 12-bar blues in C, including chord progressions, inversions, and turnarounds, and introduced a two-octave scale fingering technique. Joey practiced the 12-bar blues and the right-hand portion of the two-octave scale. Paula assigned the two-octave scale and blues progression for practice and plans to work on "Part of Glass" by Blondie in the next class.
Inverted Chords
Turnarounds
Seventh Chords
Two Octave Scale Fingering
12 Bar Blues
Types of music lessons
Sight-Reading
Digital Audio Workstation
Music Mixing
Mashups
Sound Engineering
Audio Editing
Free lesson slots
1 / 1
Teaching tools used in music classes
Recording Apps
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Student types for music lessons
School
College
Adult/Professionals
All levels
ADHD
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive music lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
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