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Goldsmiths Music Production Lessons: Music Composition, Mixing, Songwriting, DJ

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Private lessons - Yiting Xia

Bachelors degree

$40

$37

/ hour

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Strumming made easy in class

89% students say rhythm and timing improved quickly

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Boosts confidence in shy learners

88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence

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Step-by-step guitar classes tracking

86% students see clear milestones across levels

About your music teacher

As an experienced tutor in music, specializing in a wide range of genres like Baroque, Blues, Jazz, and more, I am here to help you unlock your musical potential. With a Bachelors's degree in Media and Communication and Cultural Studies, I bring a unique perspective to teaching music composition, production, and performance. My teaching approach is all about creating a dynamic and interactive learning environment for students of all levels, whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills. I offer personalized one-on-one sessions tailored to your specific needs, focusing on areas like sight-reading, music mixing, and songwriting. I understand that each student has different learning styles and goals. That's why I adapt my teaching methods to suit your preferences, ensuring that every lesson is engaging and effective. Whether you're a music enthusiast or aiming to pursue a career in the industry, I am dedicated to helping you succeed. Join me on this musical journey, where we will explore various facets of music production, composition, and performance together. Let's turn your passion for music into a rewarding and fulfilling experience. Get ready to elevate your musical skills and unleash your creativity with me as your guide!

Your music teacher specialities

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Classical

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Pop

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Hip-Hop

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Advanced Placement (AP) Program (USA)

Music lessons overview

As a music tutor specializing in music production, composition, and more for kids and beginners, my teaching approach is dynamic, technique-focused, and performance-driven. I blend expressive musicality with personalized instruction to create engaging and progressive lessons. Using tech tools like ear training software, recording apps, and vocal health apps, I enhance the learning experience. My curriculum spans music theory, digital audio workstations, and live performance, aligning with various educational standards like IB and AP programs. With a focus on individualized attention and tailored lessons, I ensure optimal learning outcomes for small groups or one-on-one sessions.

Student types for music lessons

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Music for kids

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Music for beginners

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

Interactive music lessons

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Weekend lessons

Types of music lessons

Music Production

Music Production

Music Composition

Music Composition

Sight-Reading

Sight-Reading

Digital Audio Workstation

Digital Audio Workstation

Music Mixing

Music Mixing

Mashups

Mashups

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Music concept taught by Yiting

Christina learned 8 days ago

Lesson date:

Yiting Xia tutored Yellow Daffodil in a guitar lesson, focusing on playing and singing "Our Town" by Iris DeMent. They worked on tuning, chord progressions (G, C, D), and right-hand picking techniques. The next session is scheduled to cover "500 Miles," and Yiting will resend the meeting link.

Country Music Voice

Right Hand Guitar Practice

Guitar Finger Pain

Vocal Energy

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Amy learned 14 days ago

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Yiting led Mackenzie in a guitar lesson focused on learning "Yellow" by Coldplay, covering chords, strumming patterns, and muting techniques. Mackenzie practiced chord transitions and finger exercises. They scheduled future lessons every other week at 8:30 a.m. and discussed app-related technical issues.

App Usage

Dynamics in Strumming

Singing and Playing

Chord Changes

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Christina learned 15 days ago

Lesson date:

Yiting Xia tutored Yellow Daffodil in a guitar and singing lesson, working on songs like "I'll Fly Away," "Brown Eyed Girl," and "Blowin' in the Wind." They addressed chord progressions, tuning, and alternative chord voicings, with Yiting introducing a C major scale exercise. Due to finger pain, they focused on simpler sections, and Yellow Daffodil was asked to send the chords for "Our Town" for the next lesson.

Tuning the Guitar

Chord Variations

Reading Tabs

Chorus Structure

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Christina learned 22 days ago

Lesson date:

Yiting Xia tutored Yellow Daffodil (Christina) in a guitar lesson, working on chords, strumming, and singing for "Brown Eyed Girl" and "Blowin' in the Wind." They also practiced finger exercises to improve technique. Yiting requested Christina to email her song suggestions for their next lesson.

D Chord Variations

Spider Exercise

Right-Hand Technique

Fingerpicking Patterns

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Amy learned about 2 months ago

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Yiting taught Mackenzie guitar, focusing on the song "Pirates of the Caribbean." They worked on chord changes (C, G, E, Em), rhythm, timing using a metronome, and understanding repeat marks and first/second endings. Mackenzie will practice the song and send a photo of the sheet music.

Time Signatures

Chords Review

Repeat Marks

Chord Changes

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