Tomás Insaurralde
Enjoy lessons from a caring instructor who uses both theory and personal creativity to guide your growth.
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Tomás Insaurralde
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
Tomás - Know your guitar teacher
I'm Tomás Insaurralde, a seasoned guitar tutor with over 7 years of experience. My journey with music began long ago, shaping my belief that music is best enjoyed when shared within a community. I honed my skills under the guidance of esteemed mentors and even pursued the Advanced Guitar Performance program at La Colmena in Argentina. Having been part of successful music projects as a guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter, I now pour my expertise into teaching. At Garage, where I'm a co-director, we've crafted a unique teaching method centered around songs and group rehearsals, now seamlessly adapted for online learning without compromising the warmth of in-person lessons. My approach is tailored to each student's aspirations and skill level, focusing on making learning enjoyable and fulfilling through personalized lessons. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, my lessons in chord progressions, fingerstyle techniques, music theory, and more are designed to help you grow and excel in your musical journey. Let's strum our way to mastering the guitar together!
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I have been sharing my passion for music through guitar lessons for over a decade, blending creativity, theory, and empathy in my teaching style. My focus spans a variety of guitar types, including acoustic, electric, classical, and bass, catering to students of all levels from school to professional musicians. I utilize tech tools like amp simulators, DAWs, and ear training software to enhance the online learning experience. My curriculum aligns with various educational standards like A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, ensuring a comprehensive and structured approach. With a student audience of over 100, I offer personalized tutoring that integrates theory, technique, and musical expression, fostering a progressive and enjoyable learning journey.
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Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Guitar concepts taught by Tomás
The Student and Tutor conducted an introductory guitar lesson, establishing the Student's current skill level and learning objectives, specifically improving bar chords and playing songs. They reviewed common open chords, discussed chord theory including root notes and major/minor distinctions, and practiced bar chord techniques and transitions. The session concluded with the Tutor outlining a personalized practice routine and lesson plan, with the Student expressing interest in scheduling regular weekly lessons.
Chord Structure: Root Notes and Harmony
Introduction to Bar Chord Principles
Effective Bar Chord Practice & Transitions
Personalized & Structured Practice Routines
Mastering Open Chord Fundamentals
The Tutor and Student reviewed fundamental music theory, focusing on the construction of major, minor, and seventh chords on the guitar. They practiced identifying and applying chord shapes, then moved on to executing specific solo and arpeggio sections from musical pieces, with a plan to cover octaves in the next lesson.
Major vs. Minor Chords
Basic Chord Construction: Triads
Chord Voicings and Root Position
Introduction to Seventh Chords
Arpeggios and Broken Chords
The tutor and student worked on advanced guitar techniques, focusing on specific song sections and solos from "Sweet Child o' Mine." They practiced challenging phrases, fingering, and articulation, with plans to explore new songs and potentially simplify complex solos in future sessions.
Guitar Fingering Techniques
String Bending
Articulation and Phrasing
Guitar Setup and Tone
The Tutor and Student worked on guitar techniques, starting with E major 7 arpeggios and C major scales. They then moved on to learning parts of the song "Burning Tube," focusing on specific chord voicings, rhythmic patterns, and finger placement for various sections of the song. The next lesson will continue with the remaining parts of the song.
E Major 7 Arpeggio
Song Analysis: "Burning Tube"
Chord Voicings and Transitions
Advanced Techniques: Slides and Double Stops
The tutor and student reviewed pentatonic scale exercises and explored major 7th arpeggio shapes on the guitar. They then applied these techniques to practice sections of a specific song, focusing on chord voicings, rhythm, and transitions, with plans to select a new song for the next lesson.
Major 7th Arpeggio Shapes
Guitar String Action
Pentatonic Scale Patterns - Three Notes Per Position
Arpeggios and Broken Chords
Rhythm and Picking Hand Technique
Chord Shapes and Inversions
Guitar Tuning and String Pitch
Fretting Techniques and Chord Voicings
Picking Techniques and Articulation
Reading Guitar Tablature (Tab)
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Looping Pedals
Backing Track Libraries
PDF Sheet Music
Amp Simulators
DAWs
Engaging guitar lessons
Record lessons
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