Richard Ricardo
Unlock you singing, guitar playing, and drums potential with engaging lessons blending theory, performance, and ear training.
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Richard Ricardo
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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Richard - Know your guitar teacher
I'm Richard Ricardo, a Bachelors-educated guitar tutor and RockSchool U.K. drums grade 8 with over 20 years of experience. I specialize in personalized guitar lessons for beginners, intermediates, adults, and even kids. My lessons cover acoustic guitar, electric guitar, Bass guitar, and general guitar subjects. How to read chord charts, rhythm patterns, tablature reading, exercises, solo playing, scale and modes, solo playing, and improvising on guitar. I also do voice lessons, teaching the students how to improve their singing by doing vocal exercises to strengthen their voice, improve techniques, and ear training. Drums lessons you will learn how to read and count notes that you will use to play and learn different kinds of beat being used to play songs. Ear training, play along with music and exercises for hands and feet8.
Your guitar teacher expertise
Chords and Rhythms
Chord Progressions
Ear training
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Guitar Techniques
Scales and Modes
Music theory
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for advanced
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for adults
Guitar for kids
Guitar lessons quick guide
In my personalized tutoring approach, I seamlessly integrate theory, ear training, performance coaching, and technique enhancement to offer engaging and effective lessons. Specializing in Acoustic guitar, electric guitar, Bass guitar, Drums, and Singing, I cater to a diverse audience of 50 plus students, including beginners, intermediates, adults, and kids. By leveraging a blend of online platforms like Skype, Zoom, and Google meet, along wi8h offline tools such as music sheets and interactive apps, I create interactive lessons that resonate with each students learning style. My methodology strengths lie in fostering a deep understanding of musical concepts, enhancing technical skills, and instilling confidence in my students musical abilities, ensuring their success and growth in their musical journey as a Singer, drummer, or guitarist.
Rated 5 stars for engaging guitar lessons
94% students find the lessions fun, focused, and easy to follow
Highly trusted guitar teacher by parents
87% parents find real musical growth and stronger focus at home
Focus on core guitar skills
93% Students report clear progress in chords, strumming, and transitions
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Bass Guitar
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
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10 day Refund
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Guitar concepts taught by Richard
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique, focusing on hitting high notes with adequate volume and clarity, and practicing vibrato. They reviewed vocal exercises and analyzed songs by Mariah Carey and Florence + The Machine, with the student assigned to record and submit their singing of these songs for further assessment.
Vocal Placement: Chest
Front
and Head Tone
Belting: Singing Loudly and Confidently
Falsetto vs. Chest/Head Voice
Vibrato: Enhancing Vocal Expression
Practice Environment and Dynamics
The student worked with the tutor on vocal exercises, focusing on pitch variation, dynamic control, and the transition between vocal registers. They then practiced several songs, with specific emphasis on developing vibrato, improving timing, and enhancing vocal intensity, particularly in ballad-style pieces. The student was assigned to continue practicing "A Million Dreams" and "Easy on Me," and to find an additional similar song for future sessions.
Vocal Technique: Chest
Front
and Head Tones
Vibrato: Application and Control
Vocal Dynamics and Intensity
Timing and Articulation in Song Performance
The student and tutor worked extensively on vocal techniques, including pitch control, vibrato, and falsetto, through targeted exercises and song practice. They analyzed and practiced specific songs like "Euphoria," "Less of You," and "My Way," focusing on transitions between vocal registers and the application of vibrato. Future song choices and lesson scheduling were also discussed.
Vibrato Technique
Vocal Register Shifts (Chest
Head
Falsetto)
Vowel Modification for Vocal Production
Vocal Dynamics and Expressiveness
The class focused on vocal technique and song performance. The student practiced various vocal exercises and worked on several songs, including "Waving Through A Window," "A Million Dreams," and "Easy On Me," with specific attention to pitch accuracy, dynamic control, vibrato, and projection. The student was assigned to continue practicing these songs with a focus on improving vibrato and hitting high notes with power.
Vocal Placement and Dynamics
Vibrato Technique
Pitch Accuracy and Control
Vocal Intensity and Power
The class focused on vocal technique, specifically improving higher vocal ranges and stamina through exercises and song application. The student practiced vocalizations to increase loudness and intensity, and applied these techniques to various songs, with the tutor providing feedback on vocal control and power.
Vocal Dynamics and Power
Falsetto Technique and Consistency
Vocal Pitch and Accuracy in Exercises
Vocal Stamina and Endurance
The student and tutor focused on vocal technique, specifically vocal placement (chest, front, and head tones) and the natural production of high notes versus falsetto. The student practiced vocal exercises and applied these concepts to singing a Mariah Carey song, identifying areas for improvement in pitch and natural vocal production. The next steps involve continued practice of vocal exercises and working on specific song sections.
Natural Voice vs. Falsetto for High Notes
Breathing Techniques for Vocal Stamina and Support
The Importance of Ear Training and Pitch Accuracy
Vocal Placements: Chest
Front
and Head Tone
Learning tools used in guitar classes
DAWs
Backing Track Libraries
Guitar Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Amp Simulators
Engaging guitar lessons
Parent feedback
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
Open Q&A

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