Jose Santis
Elevate Your Guitar Skills with Interactive Lessons from a seasoned & dynamic master of music!
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Jose Santis
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
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
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.
Your guitar teacher expertise
Ear training
Guitar Techniques
Fingerstyle
Guitar for beginners
Music theory
Songs and Repertoire
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Guitar concepts taught by Jose
The Tutor guided the Student in understanding the interplay between major and minor pentatonic scales and their application in blues and rock music. The Student worked on expanding G major pentatonic scale knowledge across the fretboard and incorporating phrasing techniques. The Tutor will share audio recordings of scale exercises and the Student will focus on practicing the up-the-neck exercise and ear training with backing tracks.
Dorian Mode
Major and Minor Scales Interchangeability in Blues
Blending Rhythm and Lead Guitar Concepts
Phrasing Techniques: Hammer-ons
Pull-offs
Slides
Scale Tone vs. Chord Tone (Guide Tones)
Major Pentatonic Scale Positions
The Student and Tutor worked on bass guitar techniques using songs from the student's playlist, focusing on rhythm, finger placement, and understanding musical notation. They practiced specific riffs and basslines, analyzing song structure and rhythm patterns. The student received a new transcription and was encouraged to practice the discussed concepts throughout the week.
Alternating Fingers for Bass Playing
Understanding Rests in Music
Counting Beats and Time Signatures
Fretboard Navigation and Note Placement
Utilizing Apps for Practice
Technical Finger Exercises for Smooth Transitions
The student and tutor worked on learning the fingerstyle arrangement for the song "Float" on guitar. The session included reviewing chord shapes, practicing the fingerpicking pattern, and learning to transition between chords in the verse. The tutor provided updated tab sheets with chord diagrams and plans to send additional pictures of chord fingerings.
Tablature (TAB) Reading for Fingerstyle Guitar
Bass Note Variations Within Chords
Learning Chords: From Diagrams to Memory
Transferable Skills in Music
Strumming Patterns vs. Fingerpicking
Chord Diagrams and Finger Placement
The session covered guitar tuning, basic chord formation (E minor and A), and the use of a capo. The student practiced tuning their guitar and forming simple chords, focusing on finger placement and strumming techniques. The student was assigned to practice the chords and play along with a song that utilizes the covered chord progressions.
E Minor and A Chord Shapes
Simple Chord Progressions and Song Application
Capo Usage and Function
Chord Diagrams and Finger Placement
Guitar Tuning Basics
The session focused on the D major scale, exploring its patterns, voicings, and application in identifying chords. The student practiced ascending and descending the scale and explored playing it in thirds. Homework includes practicing the D major scale, exploring thirds, and strumming and riff practice from songs in the key of D.
Building Blocks of Chords and Melodies
Key Signatures and Chord Selection
Playing Scales in Thirds
Chord Voicings in D Major
D Major Scale and Open Strings
Scale Diagrams and Patterns
The Tutor and Student focused on practicing bass guitar riffs, including “Under Pressure,” “Come Together,” and “With or Without You,” and also worked on improving finger dexterity and string control. The student was assigned several riffs from a provided PDF to practice during the week, with a plan to discuss progress and refine techniques in the next session.
Practicing Riffs and Snippets
Tablature Reading and Fretboard Navigation
Alternate Finger Technique
String Names and Basic Music Theory
Fretted Notes and Open Strings
Warm-up Exercises for Finger Dexterity
Sliding Techniques
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Chord Diagram Apps
Guitar Tuner Apps
Backing Track Libraries
PDF Sheet Music
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for kids
Guitar for advanced
Guitar for adults
Engaging guitar lessons
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Note taking
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
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