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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Metal
Hip-Hop
Pop
Folk
Classical
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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
The Student and Tutor practiced various guitar riffs and scale exercises in drop D tuning, focusing on developing finger agility and understanding minor key structures. They worked on expanding power chord riffs, executing arpeggiated patterns in triplets, and exploring three-note descending patterns, culminating in two-string harmonic exercises. The Tutor indicated they would use an electric guitar for the next session.
Two-String D Minor Harmony & Arpeggiation
Three-Note Descending Patterns
Expanding Riffs with the D Natural Minor Scale
Drop D Tuning & D Minor Power Riffs
Arpeggiated Single-String Riffs with Open String Drones
The Student and Tutor reviewed and practiced guitar techniques and songs, including Sam Barber's "Far Past," "All For You," and "Run," focusing on solos, strumming patterns, and chord transitions. They also discussed new songs like Keith Urban's "Stupid Boy" and Red Hot Chili Peppers' "Under the Bridge," analyzing specific slides, hammer-ons, and challenging intro sequences. The Tutor planned to re-transcribe specific song nuances and send updated tabs.
Mastering Chord Transitions and Voicings
The Art of Transcribing by Ear
Fingerstyle Techniques & Embellishments
Applying Pentatonic Scales & Soloing Fundamentals
Strumming Patterns & Rhythmic Nuances
Student and Tutor focused on advanced guitar techniques and music theory. They practiced specific riffs, emphasizing left-hand shifting, 16th-note picking, and adding chromatic embellishments. The class also explored a new song, discussing alternative tunings and the application of flat fifth intervals in metal music. The Student was encouraged to continue working on a challenging solo.
16th Note Picking Fundamentals
Left-Hand Shifting and Position Reset
The Flat Fifth Interval & Diminished Chords
Drop Tunings (Drop D & Drop C)
Embellishing with Descending Chromatic Lines
Understanding Metal Breakdowns
The Student and Tutor worked on various guitar songs, reviewing and practicing chord progressions and riffs for "Summer of 69" and "Wild Thing." The Tutor introduced new songs like "Twist and Shout," "Last Kiss," and "Schools Out" to develop specific strumming patterns and finger-style techniques. The Student also received guidance on improving strumming fluidity and had their guitar's sixth string tuned. The Tutor plans to send several tabs, including updated versions with chord diagrams, for the songs covered.
Summer of '69: Chords & Song Structure
Mastering Continuous Strumming
Power Chords & Single-String Riffs
Chord Families & Musical Keys
The Student and Tutor engaged in a detailed discussion about blues guitar techniques, focusing on the G blues scale, chord voicings like the D7#9, and various blues riffs. They also analyzed The Ventures' version of 'Wipeout' for its blues content and guitar voicings, with the Tutor planning to send the corresponding tab for further practice.
Fretboard Navigation: String-Specific Riffs & Turnarounds
Historical Context & Evolution of Guitar Styles
Movable Blues Riffs & Shell Chord Mechanics
Advanced 7th Chord Voicings: D7#9 (Hendrix Chord) & Jazz Influence
Blues Scale Blending & Dominant 7th Chord Versatility
The Student and Tutor focused on guitar techniques, starting with the Michael Jackson song "Beat It" and discussing riff execution and tapping challenges. They then transitioned to speed picking exercises, analyzing Iron Maiden's "Wasted Years" riff in detail and briefly introducing "Miserloo" and a Billy Talent riff. The Tutor plans to send the Student tapping resources and "Miserloo" tabs for follow-up practice.
The Three-Step Riff Learning Methodology
Phrygian Mode & Positional Playing
E Minor Scale and Fretboard Pattern Recognition
Speed Picking and 16th Note Rhythms
Mastering Guitar Tapping Technique
Guitar Riff Dissection & Fretboard Navigation
Teaching tools used in music classes
Ear Training Software
Recording Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Interactive music lessons
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Note taking

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