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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Rock

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Folk

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Hip-Hop

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Metal

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Pop

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Learner types for music lessons

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Music for intermediate

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Music for kids

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Music for beginners

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Music for adults

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Music for advanced

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 3 days ago

Student(s) and Tutor practiced various guitar riffs and chord progressions from multiple songs, including Bruno Mars, Oasis, The Clash, Eminem, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Redbone, and The Cure. They focused on techniques like specific finger placement, chord transitions, palm muting, and using a capo. Students were encouraged to review provided tabs for specific riffs and practice challenging melodies.

Dynamic Riff Play: Lead Melodies & Chord Accents

Understanding Song Structure & Chord Sequences

Rhythmic Techniques: Palm Muting & Strumming

Mastering Chord Variations & Transitions

Capo Application & Key Changes

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Student learned 10 days ago

The Student and Tutor practiced several guitar songs, including "Final Countdown," "Uptown Funk," "Champagne Supernova," and "Lose Yourself," focusing on chord progressions, riffs, and specific playing techniques. They explored using a capo for transposition and discussed finger dexterity for efficient fret transitions. The next session is planned to include work on the song "La Bamba."

Navigating Song Structures and Chord Progressions

Mastering Power Chords and Lead Guitar Techniques

Strategic Practice for Guitar Dexterity

Capo Application and Key Transposition

Riff Interpretation and Repetition

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Student learned 11 days ago

The Student and Tutor worked on learning and transposing the main riff from "War Pigs" on the guitar. They explored how to play the riff in different octaves and keys, including a cover version, while discussing associated music theory concepts like intervals and chord extensions. The Tutor noted the Student's quick understanding of transposition and planned to send tabs for the Cake cover version for further practice.

Transposing Guitar Riffs

Guitar Techniques: Awkward Shapes & Pull-Offs

Basic Music Theory: Intervals & Scale Degrees

Analyzing & Adapting Riffs for Cover Versions

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Student learned 14 days ago

The Student and Tutor continued their bass guitar lesson, reviewing chromatic slides and major scale exercises from a previous song. They then moved on to a new song in an A minor key, practicing root notes, early switches, and precise timing for power chords and rhythmic breaks. The Student received guidance on specific fingerings and rhythmic approaches for the new piece, and they planned to have one more lesson this month.

Major Scale Exploration on Bass

Minor Key Navigation and Timing

High-Register Power Chords for Bass

Rhythmic Precision in Heavy Genres

Song Structure and Bassline Adaptations

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Student learned 17 days ago

The student and Tutor practiced guitar techniques by reviewing "Champagne Supernova" and learning the chord progressions for "Lose Yourself" and "We Are Young." They also outlined plans to learn "Should I Stay or Should I Go" and "Ripple" in subsequent sessions, with the Tutor providing tabs for the newly learned songs.

A sus 2 Chord & Movable Shapes

"Lose Yourself" Power Chord Riff

"We Are Young" Chord Progression

Guitar Setup & Strap Button Importance

"Should I Stay or Should I Go" Chord Dynamics

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Student learned 18 days ago

The Student and Tutor practiced various guitar techniques by working through a challenging solo, focusing on bends, vibrato, legato, and slurs. They then began learning a new song, "Heavy Is the Crown," covering its main riffs, power chords, lead octave runs, and breakdown sections. The Student was encouraged to continue practicing these song sections and techniques.

Guitar Bends & Vibrato Techniques

Song Section Dynamics & Arrangement

Power Chords & Octave Runs

Hammer-ons in Riffing

Legato Techniques for Smoothness

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Teaching tools used in music classes

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Pitch and Tuning Apps

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Ear Training Software

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Backing Track Libraries

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Recording Apps

Interactive music lessons

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Weekend lessons

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Open Q&A

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Parent feedback

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