Thom Isaacs
Music Lessons by University of Brighton Tutor: Production, Mixing, Theory
Private lessons - Thom Isaacs
Masters degree
$39
$38
/ hour
About your music teacher
As a seasoned music tutor, I'm Thom Isaacs, with a Master's degree in Music Performance and Production. With over a year of experience, my expertise spans various genres like Baroque, Blues, Jazz, and more. I specialize in Music Production, Music Theory, DJing, and Live Performance, catering to students of all levels - from kids to advanced adults. My teaching style focuses on interactive and enjoyable lessons tailored to individual learning styles. I believe in personalized approaches that nurture creativity and inspire musical growth. Whether you're a beginner or aiming for advanced skills, I'm here to guide you on your musical journey. Let's harmonize your passion for music with structured learning and creative exploration. Join me, and let's hit all the right notes together!
Meet Thom
Thom graduated from University of Brighton
Music lessons overview
My teaching style is a unique blend of creativity, performance coaching, and progressive instruction, all delivered with empathy and engaging techniques. I specialize in a wide range of music subjects such as Music Production, Music Theory, Songwriting, DJ skills, and more. I leverage a variety of tech tools including Backing Track Libraries, Ear Training Software, and Recording Apps to create an interactive and dynamic learning environment both online and offline. While I tailor lessons to individual needs, I draw inspiration from various curricula like the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Common Core State Standards (CCSS) to ensure a well-rounded music education experience. My audience includes students of all levels, from music enthusiasts to seasoned professionals, with a focus on Music for kids, beginners, intermediates, and adults. By incorporating engaging teaching methods and utilizing cutting-edge technology, I aim to unlock creativity, enhance skills, and foster a deep appreciation for music in each student.
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Piano classes tailored to individual learners
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Flexible scheduling for piano lessons
90% of students say piano classes fit easily into their weekly routine
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Music concept taught by Thom
Thom Isaacs coached David Arnold on singing Sam Ryder's "Spaceman," working through the song line by line, focusing on vocal techniques like head and chest voice transitions and the "spaceman" howl. They clarified lyric versions and addressed David's specific challenges with certain notes and transitions. Due to David's car issues, they ended the session with a plan to continue practicing the song independently.
Vocal Warm-ups
Head Voice vs. Chest Voice
Howl Technique
Performance Mindset
Adapting to Song Versions
Thom Isaacs and Seth Livingston worked on Seth's singing technique, particularly focusing on accessing his head voice and understanding the concept of a backbeat in music. They practiced applying the backbeat to the song "Chocolate Jesus." Thom recommended the album "Small Change" by Tom Waits for further listening and rescheduled the next session for Thursday.
Backbeat
Call and Response (Antecedent and Consequent Phrasing)
Vocal Health
Displacing Beats
Marketing Music
Thom and Reid discussed Reid's recent guitar acquisitions and his progress with improvising using pentatonic scales and the CAGED system. Thom provided feedback on Reid's improvisational techniques, suggesting ways to incorporate larger note jumps and develop musical ideas through repetition. They plan to continue working on improvisational skills and exploring different positions within the CAGED system in future sessions.
Pentatonic Scale Positions
Improvisation with Repetition
Improvisation: Note Intervals
Solo Development
Acoustic Guitar for Practice
Thom and David discussed the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, analyzing political influences and voting outcomes. David then worked on a song, focusing on vocal technique, vowel pronunciation, and accent modification for a more Americanized sound. They agreed to continue refining the song next week, with David focusing on vowel sounds and Thom providing feedback.
Eurovision Politics
Vocal Technique & Accents
Staging & Performance
Tele Voting
Thom Isaacs coached David Arnold on vocal techniques in preparation for a potential Eurovision performance. The session covered "yawn posture," dynamic control, phrasing, transitions, and pronunciation. They analyzed specific songs and planned to review the original artist's performance for further refinement.
Singing Through the Break
Range Expansion
Yawning for Singing
Dynamics in Singing
Dipthongs
Performance Technique
Thom gave Seth a singing lesson that included vocal warm-ups and an in-depth analysis of Tom Waits' "Chocolate Jesus." Seth received coaching on pitch, rhythm, and delivery, with a focus on specific lines and pronunciation. They plan to incorporate piano in the next session.
Relative Pitch vs. Absolute Pitch
Swung Rhythm
Oral Tradition in Music
Tom Waits' Songwriting
Hiding Breaths in Vocals
Fixin' To
Half Past
Types of music lessons
Music Production
Sight-Reading
Music Mixing
Mashups
Electronic Music
Sound Engineering
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Student types for music lessons
Music for kids
Music for beginners
Music for intermediate
All Levels
Music for adults
Music for advanced
ADHD
ASD
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
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Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
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