Jose Santis

Exciting music lessons blending theory expertise with imaginative musical expression for students of all ages and levels.

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Jose Santis

Bachelors degree

/ 55 min

About your music teacher

I'm Jose Santis, a Bachelors-educated music tutor with over 15 years of experience offering specialized music lessons. My passion lies in teaching a wide array of music genres like blues, jazz, pop, rock, contemporary; with my favorite being Latin & Spanish music, as well as contemporary Worship & Gospel music. I play several instruments (guitar, bass, uke, piano & drums) and provide expert level music lessons in Music Theory, Composition, Live Performance, Sight Reading & Ear Training. My students range at all levels, from kids to adults. Whether you're into mainstream music, flamenco/classical or anything in between, I tailor each session to enhance your skills. My teaching approach is engaging and dynamic, I thrive on rapport building so your learning experience is more effective. Let's hit the right note together to elevate your musical journey!

Meet Jose

Jose graduated from Mohawk College of Applied Arts

Jose graduated from Mohawk College of Applied Arts
Jose graduated from Mohawk College of Applied Arts

Your music teacher expertise

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Classical

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Pop

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Folk

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Metal

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Learner types for music lessons

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Music for adults

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Music for kids

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Music for intermediate

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Music for advanced

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Music for beginners

Music lessons at a glance

My tutoring approach blends expressive musicality, sight reading, and theory integration to create engaging and creative lessons. Specializing in Songwriting, Music Composition, Music Theory and more, I use a variety of tech tools like online platforms and interactive software to enhance the learning experience. Additionally, I can read & write standard notation and am well versed in all traditional practices of music such as is used in the Royal Conservatory methods. With a curriculum tailored to individual needs, I cater to a diverse audience of 200+ students, ranging from kids to adults at all the skill levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced.) My methodology strengths lie in personalized tutoring, fostering a deep understanding of musical concepts, and promoting a love for music through interactive lessons that cater to all learning styles.

Types of music lessons

Music Composition

Music Composition

Sight-Reading

Sight-Reading

Music Theory

Music Theory

Songwriting

Songwriting

Live Performance

Live Performance

Music for beginners

Music for beginners

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Music concepts taught by Jose

Student learned 1 day ago

The student and tutor analyzed specific melodic interval patterns and their application in guitar arrangements, including chord voicings and techniques for executing complex passages. They discussed borrowed chords and key changes, using examples from popular songs and focusing on harmonic theory and practical application on the guitar.

The Ascending Minor 6th Interval

Borrowed Chords and Parallel Keys

Descending Bass Lines

Pivot Chords and Key Changes

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Student learned 5 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed and practiced bass guitar riffs from a Talking Heads song, working on sections like the ending, bridge, and chorus, with a focus on finger techniques, muting open strings, and chord substitutions. A new song, "Once in a Lifetime," was introduced, highlighting its consistent bassline for future practice. They also scheduled their next session.

Bass Muting Techniques for Clarity

Fingerboard Dexterity and Navigation Strategies

Bassline Application within Song Structure

Chord Substitution Fundamentals for Bassists

Playing Against Displaced Rhythms

Strategic Bass Practice Methods

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Student learned 7 days ago

The Student and Tutor continued their guitar lesson, reviewing "End of Beginning" and progressing through "Bohemian Rhapsody," focusing on complex song sections and chord work. They also practiced the "Thunderstruck" riff and power chords, discussed chord variations for "Cha-Cha-Cha," and were introduced to a new four-chord Spanish song, with the Tutor planning to send new sheet music for practice.

Capo Application and Key Exploration

Fretboard Familiarity & Memory Development

Expanding Open Chord Repertoire & Voicings

Bohemian Rhapsody: Melody

Chords & Arrangement Challenges

Strumming Consistency & Rhythm

Power Chords & Fretboard Dexterity (AC/DC's 'Thunderstruck')

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Student learned 8 days ago

The Student and Tutor analyzed the blues song "Stormy Monday," focusing on its chord progression, unique chromatic turnaround, and specific voicings for diminished and dominant 7th/9th chords on the guitar. They discussed strategies for integrating singing with lead guitar fills using a looper, identifying other suitable songs for this practice. The Student plans to incorporate these concepts into their practice for the upcoming week.

Analyzing Non-Diatonic Chords in Blues Turnarounds

Advanced 9th Chord Voicings

Dominant Seventh Chains & Pentatonic Interplay

Diminished Chord Voicings

Mastering the Looper for Solo Performance

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Student learned 14 days ago

The student and tutor worked through a guitar piece, focusing on playing a specific riff with attention to rhythm, counting, and varying time signatures. They practiced a section with a 6/8 time signature and a new power chord, and discussed how to interpret tablature for rhythmic accuracy. The session concluded with practice on the song's verse and chorus sections, which involve rhythmic variations on a core riff.

Rhythmic Counting and Rest Interpretation

Drop D Tuning and Its Applications

Repetition

Variation

and Looping in Song Structure

Interpreting Musical Endings: Retardando

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Student learned 14 days ago

The Student and Tutor analyzed a Green Day song, focusing on guitar techniques such as power chords, full bar chords, and harmonic minor scales within solos. They practiced improvisational skills, discussed the CAGED system, and explored expandable scale exercises for fretboard navigation. Future study will involve applying these concepts to new songs, including "Holiday" and "Horror".

Power Chords vs. Full Chords

Diatonic Harmony and Scale Degrees

Harmonic Minor Scale

CAGED System and Fretboard Navigation

Pentatonic Scale Applications

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Teaching tools used in music classes

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Recording Apps

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Pitch and Tuning Apps

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Backing Track Libraries

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Ear Training Software

Interactive music lessons

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Weekend lessons

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