Jose Santis
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Jose Santis
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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Jose - Know your guitar teacher
My father taught me to play guitar at age 13, with no formal training himself, I adapted an aural/visual method of learning repertoire for the first 3 years. Eventually at age 16, wanting to join the high school jazz band, I began learning to read traditional notation. Fast forward to now, with over 15 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in music, specializing in Guitar tutoring, I am your go-to expert for personalized Guitar lessons. From chord progressions to fingerstyle techniques, I cover anything and everything music! I am a charismatic teacher with extensive experience teaching students of all ages & levels. A 3rd generation musician by profession with roots in Latin music. Since graduating with honors from the Applied Music Program at Mohawk College I have performed all over the GTA various venues & events, including public, private & corporate; in solo, duo, band, ensemble and even big jazz orchestras.
Meet Jose
Jose graduated from Mohawk College of Applied Arts
Your guitar teacher expertise
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Songs and Repertoire
Guitar Techniques
Chord Progressions
Guitar for beginners
Fingerstyle
Music theory
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for advanced
Guitar for kids
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for adults
Guitar lessons quick guide
I am passionate about playing all genres of music, and am proficient with classical, acoustic and electric guitars. My tailored approach enhances your learning journey, whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player. With a focus on chords, scales, and music theory, I ensure a holistic understanding for all my students blended with an engaging lesson approach that is highly interactive. Let's strum our way to mastery together. My generation (Xennial) understands the importance and value of both traditional teaching methods such as using method books & lead sheets, balanced with newer methods such as using software and audio technology. Everything from Sibelius and Powertabs to Band in a Box and Songstrr, I am equally versed in the methods of old and the methods of new. This provides students with the best of both worlds, for an overall educational, fun and interactive experience with music.
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Guitar concepts taught by Jose
The Tutor and Student practiced guitar chords and chord progressions for the songs "I Can Only Imagine" and "Redeem." They discussed simplifying chord shapes and techniques for easier transitions. The Tutor will send updated tabs with chord diagrams and the next session is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday to continue learning new songs.
Chord Diagrams and Sheet Music
Chord Switching Techniques
Simplifying Chord Shapes
Chord Voicings and Arranging
Understanding and Using Numbers in Sheet Music
The Student and Tutor reviewed power chords and strumming patterns using the song "Zombie," and then explored palm muting techniques. The session introduced drop D tuning and the riff from Nirvana's "Lithium", focusing on chord transitions and rhythm. The tutor assigned "Lithium" as a practice piece for the next few days and will provide tab exercises for pinch harmonics later.
Strumming Patterns
Power Chords
Slash Chords
Hammer-Ons
Palm Muting
Drop D Tuning
The student and tutor practiced guitar techniques, including strumming patterns, chord transitions, and sight-reading. They worked on specific songs, focusing on rhythm and finger placement. The tutor assigned melodies for sight-reading practice and discussed applying learned techniques to new songs.
Pinch Harmonics
Eighth Note Strumming
Site Reading Melodies and Tablature
Staccato Strumming Technique
Power Chords and Rhythm
The Tutor and Student focused on guitar techniques, including riffs, chord progressions, and muting. The Student learned the Batman theme and started working on Green Day's "Brain Stew," as well as a song called "Golden Brown". Tabs were provided for practice, and future sessions were planned around the Student's availability.
Fretboard Familiarization
Two-String Chords and Riffs
Tablature (TAB) Reading
Power Chords: Root and Fifth
Muting Techniques
Chord Diagrams
Capo Usage
The Student and Tutor reviewed power chords, melodies, and chord progressions, practicing techniques for smoother transitions and clearer sound. The Student worked on songs by Tom Petty, Cream, and began learning a piece by The Warning. The Tutor will send warm-up exercises, tabs for new songs, and karaoke tracks to aid practice, with the next session planned for January 5th.
Basic Music Notation: Note Lengths
Chromatic Scales for Warm-up
E5 to A5 Power Chord Transition
6/4 Time Signature
Thumb vs. Pick Strumming
Power Chords
The Tutor and Student reviewed several bass guitar riffs, focusing on technique and rhythm. The Student practiced selected riffs and received feedback on finger placement and timing. The Student was assigned to continue practicing the selected riffs and was given a simpler song to work on.
Riff-Based Learning
Warm-ups and Decompression
Balancing Challenge with Simplicity
Recognizing Patterns and Shapes
Importance of Slow Practice
Rhythm and Syncopation
Finger Placement and Technique
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
Backing Track Libraries
PDF Sheet Music
Chord Diagram Apps
Engaging guitar lessons
Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Mobile joining
Parent feedback
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