Thom Isaacs
Develop your playing style with the help of a mentor who focuses on musical expression and confidence.
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Thom Isaacs
Masters degree
/ 55 min
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!
Meet Thom
Thom graduated from University of Brighton
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Scales and Modes
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Fingerstyle
Ear training
Music theory
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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.
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Electric Guitar
Guitar concepts taught by Thom
Vocal Control & Airflow Management
Vocal Phrasing & Articulation
Vocal Tone Color & Emotive Expression
Lyrical Analysis & Interpretive Storytelling
The tutor and student reviewed the student's song project in Logic Pro, focusing on production and mixing techniques. They discussed mastering, vocal levels, stereo width, and the process of saving Logic Pro files, with the student assigned to zip and upload their project for further analysis in the next session.
Mastering: Achieving Consistent Volume
Song Production Workflow
Stereo Width and Panning Techniques
Mixing Fundamentals: Balance and Perspective
The Student and Tutor discussed strategies for overcoming performance anxiety through self-recording and analysis, drawing inspiration from songs about workplace frustrations. The Student was assigned homework to record themselves singing to build confidence and prepare for public performance.
The 'Too Much' Factor in Performance
Vocal Performance: Self-Recording and Accountability
Songwriting Inspiration: Real-Life Experiences
Eurovision Song Contest Rule Adjustments
The session served as an introductory lesson for singing, where the tutor aimed to understand the student's goals related to vocal control, confidence, and performance. They explored the student's current abilities through vocal warm-ups and discussed strategies for building confidence and developing vocal technique through structured practice and song analysis.
Songwriting and Performance Goals
Vocal Anatomy and Physiology
Confidence and Performance Anxiety
Vocal Range and Control
The Student and Tutor analyzed vocal performance and breath control using "Jolene" as an example, discussing the impact of recording technology and intentional imperfections on singing. They explored various artists' unique vocal styles and their artistic merit, planning to continue this discussion in the next session.
The Art of Breath Control in Vocal Performance
Autotune and Digital Manipulation: A Double-Edged Sword
Artistic Evolution and Rejecting Nostalgia
Vocal Blemishes as Artistic Choice
The Student and Tutor analyzed song structures, beginning with Eurovision promotional strategies and vocal analysis. They then delved into specific song examples from Eurovision and country music, examining structural patterns, lyrical content, and thematic messages, with a focus on call-and-response and narrative storytelling. They also discussed the influence of historical musical eras and the risks of adhering to genre-specific "metas."
Song Structure Analysis: ABC vs. ABBA
Vocal-Instrumental Interplay
Jury vs. Tele-vote
Vocal Range and Performance
Eurovision Promo Season
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Backing Track Libraries
DAWs
Looping Pedals
Metronome Apps
Engaging guitar lessons
Note taking
Record lessons
Weekend lessons
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
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