Travis Recio
Learn to play with clarity and confidence through lessons rooted in theory and expressive music techniques.
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Travis Recio
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
Travis - Know your guitar teacher
I'm Travis Recio, a seasoned Guitar tutor with over 8 years of experience. I hold a Diploma in Music Education and continuously strive towards my Bachelor's in Music. My expertise spans across Acoustic, Electric, Bass, and Classical Guitars. I cater to students of all levels, from kids to adults, beginners to advanced players. In my lessons, I prioritize personalized learning. I believe in teaching music that resonates with each student's interests. While I have a set of technically rich recommendations, I am flexible to explore any genre or song that excites my students. Whether it's Chord Progressions, Fingerstyle, or Music Theory, I cover it all. From mastering Chords and Rhythms to honing Strumming and Picking Techniques, I ensure a comprehensive learning experience. My lessons encompass Ear Training, Scales and Modes, and a diverse selection of Songs and Repertoire. Join me to embark on a musical journey tailored to your preferences and skill level. Let's strum, pick, and pluck our way to guitar mastery together!
Your guitar teacher expertise
Fingerstyle
Songs and Repertoire
Chord Progressions
Guitar for beginners
Common Core State Standards - CCSS (USA)
State-Specific Standards (USA)
Chords and Rhythms
Advanced Placement (AP) Program (USA)
Guitar Techniques
Learner for guitar lessons
Kids
Intermediate
Advanced
Beginners
Adults
Guitar lessons quick guide
In my personalized guitar lessons, I seamlessly blend theory integration, sight reading, ear training, technique enhancement, and expressive musicality to offer a comprehensive learning experience. I specialize in teaching various guitar styles including acoustic, electric, classical, and bass guitar to students at all levels, from beginners to advanced players, both kids and adults. By utilizing tech tools like amp simulators, backing tracks, chord diagram apps, DAWs, ear training software, guitar tuner apps, looping pedals, metronome apps, and PDF sheet music, I ensure interactive online learning that enhances understanding and skill development. I tailor my approach to align with diverse curricula such as A-Levels, AP Program, Common Core, IB, and more, fostering a well-rounded musical education. With a vast experience teaching over 200 students, I cater to individual learning needs and promote consistent practice routines for optimal progress and satisfaction.
Fun and relaxed guitar classes
90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured
Boosts confidence in shy learners
88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence
Flexible scheduling for guitar lessons
92% students say guitar classes easily fit into their weekly routines
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
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15 days Refund
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Guitar concepts taught by Travis
The student and tutor reviewed bass guitar techniques, including hammer-ons and pull-offs, and foundational music theory concepts such as note durations, time signatures, and reading notes on the bass clef. They also discussed practicing rhythmic patterns through clapping or playing simple notes, with a focus on preparing for sheet music reading.
Reading Bass Clef Notes
Rhythm and Time Signatures
Hammer-ons and Pull-offs
The tutor and student reviewed finger exercises for guitar and delved into music theory, including the musical alphabet, sharps, flats, half and whole steps, and note identification on the guitar fretboard. They practiced reading guitar tablature and learned a basic minor pentatonic scale, with the tutor providing a tab diagram for practice.
Sharps (#) and Flats (♭)
Musical Alphabet and Natural Notes
Exceptions in the Musical Scale (E-F and B-C)
The Twelve-Tone System
Guitar and Bass Tablature (Tabs)
Barre Chords
Chord Progression Practice
Basic Guitar Chords
Guitar Tuning
The Tutor and Student reviewed music theory concepts including the Circle of Fifths, relative minor keys, and musical intervals. They practiced identifying intervals by ear using song examples and discussed interval flipping and chord constructions like suspended chords. The Tutor recommended resources for further study, including the 'Real Book' and 'Blue Bossa' for jazz standards.
Relative Minor Keys
Circle of Fifths and Fourths
Musical Intervals and Ear Training
Interval Flipping and Enharmonic Equivalents
Suspended (Sus) Chords
The session covered music theory concepts including scales, key signatures, and the circle of fifths, with a focus on practical application to guitar. The student practiced identifying notes, understanding major and minor scales, and applying theoretical knowledge to chord progressions and modes. The tutor provided memorization techniques and strategies for learning guitar fretboard navigation.
Understanding Modes and Their Application
Relative Major and Minor Keys
Key Signatures and Their Construction
Understanding Musical Staff Notation
Order of Sharps and Flats
The tutor and student reviewed musical notation, focusing on note durations, rests, and rhythmic counting. They then transitioned to music theory, covering key signatures, diatonic chords in major and minor keys, and chord progressions. The tutor provided homework to further practice these concepts by writing out scales and chords.
Rhythmic Notation: Note Durations
Rhythmic Notation: Rests
Music Theory: Key Signatures and Chord Construction
Fingering Techniques and Practice Strategies
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Backing Track Libraries
Amp Simulators
Looping Pedals
Guitar Tuner Apps
Chord Diagram Apps
Engaging guitar lessons
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Note taking
Parent feedback
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