Thom Isaacs
Develop your playing style with the help of a mentor who focuses on musical expression and confidence.
Guitar lessons - Thom Isaacs
Masters degree
/ 30 min
Meet Thom
Guitar lessons quick guide
My teaching approach blends performance coaching with empathetic and creative methods, focusing on expressive musicality and ear training. Specializing in Guitar and Electric Guitar, I leverage tech tools like Amp Simulators and DAWs to enhance the learning experience. I tailor lessons to various levels, including Guitar for kids, beginners, and advanced players. I incorporate elements from curricula like A-Levels, AP Program, and IB to provide a well-rounded education. With a student audience of 10+ learners, my methodology fosters a deep understanding of music theory alongside practical skills. Whether offline or online, I use interactive tools like Chord Diagram Apps and Metronome Apps to make learning engaging. Join me to unlock your musical potential and develop stage presence, stamina, and collaboration skills in a supportive environment.
Your guitar teacher expertise
Music theory
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Fingerstyle
Ear training
Scales and Modes
Thom graduated from University of Brighton
Thom - Know your guitar teacher
As a seasoned Guitar tutor with a Master's degree in Music, specializing in Guitar and Electric Guitar, I bring over a year of experience to the table. My expertise lies in a wide array of specialities, including Chord Progressions, Fingerstyle, Music Theory, and more. I cater to students of all levels - whether you're a beginner picking up the guitar for the first time or an advanced player looking to enhance your skills. My teaching approach is personalized, focusing on your unique learning style and goals. From teaching Chords and Rhythms to enhancing your Ear Training, I am dedicated to helping you master Scales and Modes, Strumming, and Picking Techniques. Together, we will delve into a variety of Songs and Repertoire, making learning both enjoyable and rewarding. Get ready to embark on a musical journey where you'll not only learn to play the guitar but also understand the art behind it. Let's strum our way to success!
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Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Electric Guitar
Guitar concept taught by Thom
Thom and an individual from Fort Wayne discussed songwriting challenges for a Eurovision entry and practiced freewriting as a technique to overcome writer's block. The individual shared a segment of an original song for feedback. Next week's lesson will focus on analyzing song structures in Eurovision songs.
Free Writing Technique
Songwriting Process (Melody First)
Overcoming Perfectionism in Creativity
Song Structure (AABA)
Thom Isaacs worked with Max on ear training, focusing on identifying intervals and scale degrees through singing exercises and applying these skills to music transcription using the Melodier exercise. Max practiced singing scales and identifying intervals relative to the tonic. Thom assigned continued practice with the Melodier exercises as homework.
Tonic
Scale Degrees
Ear Training (Aural Skills)
Interval Identification
Thom focused on vocal technique with a learner from Brooklyn, covering relative pitch, major and minor scales, and chord recognition. The individual practiced identifying and singing major and minor scales and worked on exercises to improve vocal accuracy and memory. They plan to continue these exercises in future lessons to further develop their vocal skills.
Minor Chord/Scale
Major Chord/Scale
Broken Chord
Scale Degrees (1
3
5)
Relative Pitch
Band Positioning
Melodle and Rythmal
Interval Recognition
Melody Training
Rhythmic Transcription
Time Management in Performance
Tutor Feedback
During a vocal lesson, Thom Isaacs assisted a singer from Peoria with a challenging phrase in their song 'Spaceman.' The focus was on accurately hitting high notes and precise note counting, crucial for the upcoming competition. The lesson also touched upon the artist's personal struggles, highlighting Thom's supportive approach.
Songwriting and Language Considerations
Eurovision Song Submission Rules
Head Voice Transitions
Breaking Down Vocal Phrases
Vocal Warm-ups
Thom Isaacs reviewed Max's band recordings, focusing on drumming, arrangement, and transitions, and advised Max on band leadership. They covered music theory, including chord qualities, scales, and the circle of fifths. Max was assigned homework to photograph pages from his theory book for review next session, and they discussed Max's upcoming university open day.
ATAR
Circle of Fifths
Band Dynamics
Metric Modulation
Counting In
Learner for guitar lessons
ASD
Guitar for adults
All Levels
ADHD
Home schooled
Guitar for kids
Guitar for advanced
Guitar for beginners
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Guitar for intermediate
Learning Disabilities
Engaging guitar lessons
Note taking
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Learning tools used in guitar classes
DAWs
Backing Track Libraries
Looping Pedals
Metronome Apps
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