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

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30 lessons


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20 lessons


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10 lessons


5% off

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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

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Chords and Rhythms

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Chord Progressions

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Ear training

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Strumming and Picking Techniques

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Guitar Techniques

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Scales and Modes

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Music theory

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Guitar for advanced

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Guitar for beginners

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Guitar for intermediate

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Guitar for adults

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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.

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Rated 5 stars for engaging guitar lessons

94% students find the lessions fun, focused, and easy to follow

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Highly trusted guitar teacher by parents

87% parents find real musical growth and stronger focus at home

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Focus on core guitar skills

93% Students report clear progress in chords, strumming, and transitions

Types of guitar lessons

Guitar

Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Electric Guitar

Electric Guitar

Bass Guitar

Bass Guitar

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

Can wait for 20 mins after joining

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Guitar concepts taught by Richard

Student learned 1 day ago

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

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Student learned 4 days ago

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

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Student learned 5 days ago

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

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Student learned 11 days ago

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

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Student learned 15 days ago

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

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Student learned 16 days ago

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

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Learning tools used in guitar classes

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DAWs

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Backing Track Libraries

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Guitar Tuner Apps

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PDF Sheet Music

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Amp Simulators

Engaging guitar lessons

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Weekend lessons

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