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


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Rock
Folk
Hip-Hop
Metal
Pop
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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
Sight-Reading
Music Theory
Songwriting
Live Performance
Music for beginners

Music concepts taught by Jose
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
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
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
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
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
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
Teaching tools used in music classes
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Ear Training Software
Backing Track Libraries
Recording Apps
Interactive music lessons
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Open Q&A
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