Jose Gonzalez
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Jose Gonzalez
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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Jose - Know your guitar teacher
I'm Jose Gonzalez, a seasoned guitar tutor with over 10 years of experience teaching students of all ages and skill levels! My musical experience began as a guitar player for a rock band in high school out of a small garage like many others. After years of playing the hunger to learn more about how music works pushed me to pursue a career and acquire a complete understanding on music as a subject. My approach covers everything from Chord Progressions to Music Theory, and can be catered to all levels of skill and understanding of the instrument. From pattern recognition to stress-free practice sessions. Whether you’re a total beginner or picking up the guitar again after a long break, I’ll guide you step by step, at your pace, with a focus on music you actually want to play. Let’s make learning guitar something you look forward to—not something you have to squeeze in. Ready to start?
Your guitar teacher expertise
Songs and Repertoire
Scales and Modes
Ear training
Music theory
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Chord Progressions
Guitar for beginners
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for adults
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for kids
Guitar for advanced
Guitar lessons quick guide
My teaching approach is built for real life—perfect for working professionals and young parents who want to learn guitar without stress or long time commitments. When life is busy, the last thing you need is to feel stuck. That’s why I teach with a strong focus on momentum. Every lesson builds on the previous one, and you’ll always have a clear sense of what to practice next. Even five minutes a day can move you forward if the practice is focused and intentional. I place a lot of emphasis on celebrating small wins. The first clean chord change, the first time a strumming pattern clicks, the first full song you play from start to finish—these moments matter. They’re the building blocks of long-term progress and long-term enjoyment. I break lessons into short, clear steps you can do in just a few minutes, using simple explanations and music you actually enjoy. No jargon, no pressure—just steady progress at your pace. Whether you’re squeezing in practice after work or between family moments, I’ll guide you with patience, encouragement, and a focus on small wins that keep you motivated. Let’s make guitar a fun, flexible part of your day.
Guitar teacher who keeps it simple
Breaks down chords and strumming in easy steps
Guitar lessons have strong results in a short time
91% Parent feel they kids have started playing songs within weeks
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
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Guitar concepts taught by Jose
The tutor and student reviewed music theory concepts including scales, scale degrees, and the circle of fifths. They then practiced various guitar chord shapes, focusing on three-string voicings and bar chords, and explored the concept of harmonics. The student also shared progress on their original songs, receiving feedback on chord progressions and potential musical ideas.
Scales and Scale Degrees
The Circle of Fifths
Barre Chord Shapes and Fretboard Navigation
Three-Note Chord Shapes
Harmonics: Natural and Artificial
The tutor and student practiced piano sight-reading exercises, focusing on note values, rhythmic counting, and identifying note positions in treble and bass clefs. They worked through various examples, transitioning from whole notes to half, quarter, and eighth notes, and were introduced to the concept of chord inversions using C major. The student was encouraged to continue practicing these exercises to build fluency.
Stem Direction and Notation
Chord Inversions
Reading Music: Clefs and Note Placement
Note Values and Rhythm
Musical Skips and Steps
The tutor and student worked on piano technique to address the student's right-hand pain, likely carpal tunnel symptoms. They practiced exercises to improve wrist flexibility and reduce tension, alongside discussions on proper posture and hand positioning. The student was advised to continue these exercises and be mindful of their movements to prevent further injury.
Wrist Flexibility for Piano Playing
Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI) Prevention
The Horowitz Technique and Piano Sound
Conscious Movement and Habit Formation
The student and tutor worked on piano technique with "Summer Storm," then transitioned to music theory discussing chord inversions, augmented sixth chords, and the role of dominant seventh chords and tritones in modulations. The tutor assigned the student to find a song that modulates and to explore writing their own music.
Chord Inversions and Figured Bass
Augmented Sixth Chords
The Power of the Tritone
Modulation: Changing Keys
The Tutor and Student engaged in a detailed analysis of the jazz standard "Misty," focusing on identifying melody notes relative to chord progressions and understanding their harmonic function. They practiced improvisational techniques by playing scales and chord tones, and the Student was assigned to analyze the rest of "Misty" and "All of Me" to reinforce these concepts.
Interval Analysis in Jazz Melodies
The '9' vs. '2' in Chord Extensions
Chord Functionality and Relative Analysis
Improvisation Strategies Using Chord Tones
The Role of Extensions (9
11
13) in Jazz Chords
The student and tutor worked on advanced fingerpicking techniques for guitar, specifically applying the "blocking" method to "Spanish Romance." They practiced chord shapes, finger transitions, and right-hand picking patterns, addressing challenges with complex chords and discussing strategies for efficient practice and injury prevention.
Blocking Technique
Left-Hand Finger Dexterity and Control
Barre Chord Technique and Alternatives
Right-Hand Fingerpicking Patterns and Coordination
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Chord Diagram Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Guitar Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Ear Training Software
Engaging guitar lessons
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
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