Jose Santis
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Jose Santis
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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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
Chord Progressions
Songs and Repertoire
Fingerstyle
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Chords and Rhythms
Guitar for beginners
Music theory
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for adults
Guitar for advanced
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for kids
Guitar for intermediate
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 Student practiced applying the D major scale and learning a riff to 'Where the Streets Have No Name,' focusing on chord tones and rhythm. They also began learning power chords for 'New Girl Now' by Honeymoon Suite. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday, same time, to continue working on these songs.
D Major Scale Application
Chord Tone Recognition
Applying Scales to Melodies and Riffs
Rhythm Guitar: Strumming Patterns and Chord Changes
Chord Chart Utilization
Power Chord Basics and Application
The Student and Tutor worked on rhythm and lead guitar parts for a song, focusing on chord progressions, strumming patterns, shell chords, and bluesy licks. The Tutor recorded the licks of the verse of the song for the student to practice. The Student also plans to continue practicing the D major scale lengthwise at a faster pace.
E/B7/A Chord Progression and Swing Feel
E7 Chord as a Transitionary Element
Adding Rhythmic Variation: Root-Fifth Bass Note Alternation
B7 to C7 Chord Transition
Shell Chords and Bluesy Licks
The Student and Tutor focused on bass guitar techniques, including warm-up exercises, applying passing notes, and exploring chord variations. The Student worked on "Gangster's Paradise" and a new song to learn root notes, fifths, octaves, and triads within a C-A-D-G progression. The Tutor assigned practice exercises and will send tabs for the new song.
Warm-up Exercises and Notation
Arranging and Improvisation
Key Signatures and Identifying the Key of a Song
Inner Circle's 'Sweat (A La La La Long)' Bass Line
Root Notes
Fifths
Octaves
and Triads in Bass Lines
The Tutor and Student reviewed bass guitar techniques, focusing on a specific song and sight-reading exercises. They discussed rhythmic nuances, fingering options, and fretboard theory to enhance the student's playing. The student was assigned practice exercises and new songs to work on for the next session.
Eighth Note Interpretation: Dotted vs. Even
Fretboard Navigation: Octave Choices and Positions
Slide Techniques: Legato Slides and Rhythmic Placement
Connecting Fretboard Shapes to Music Theory Concepts
Song Dissection: Blues Brothers' 'Give Me Some Loving'
The student and tutor reviewed basic and more complex chord progressions, practiced playing along with a backing track, and worked on a riff from Audio Slave. The session concluded with practicing power chords within a song chorus. The student was given the task of practicing the power chords and the song chorus during the week, and the tutor planned to introduce the song "Creep" by Radio Head in the next session.
Chord Progressions
Power Chords
Rhythm and Timing
Open Position Riffs
The Tutor introduced the Student to fundamental flamenco guitar techniques, including "Alzapua" and "Picado," through exercises and sheet music. The Student practiced these techniques and began learning to read rhythms and simple flamenco repertoire. The Tutor assigned "Malagueña" for practice and agreed to move the next lesson to an earlier time.
Alzapúa Technique
Picado Technique
Time Signatures: 6/8 and 4/4
Reading Rhythmic Notation
Flamenco vs Classical Guitar Technique
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Chord Diagram Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Engaging guitar lessons
Weekend lessons
Open Q&A
Mobile joining
Note taking
Chat for quick help
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