Lesson Details
Guitar
- Levels Taught:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Rodrigo teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- Ages 5+
- Teaching since:
- September 1986
With an associates degree from El Camino, and lots of musical studies in Mexico, I have been fortunate to tour through the States and through my country. My lessons include real working tips for the real life, keeping it fun as the material is created for your specific needs. I am a multi-instrumentalist that will pass as much knowledge as you can practice...
Let's work together...
*** Lesson Details ***
We'll cover music basic theory and the most part of your lesson will be the music you want to learn, saving a small portion of the time to repertoire that I consider will help you grow musically.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Sibelius, Logic, apple, Kala ukes, U-bass, vihuela, charango, piano, keyboard, accordion, acoustic and electric guitars, panflutes, boss fx, amps, mics, and more.
*** Travel Equipment ***
instruments and books needed.
*** Specialties ***
mariachi, Catholic music, Andean music, Latin rhythms
Experience
Pianist
Apr 2010 - PresentReligious music pianist at Catholic Church.
Music director
Jul 2009 - PresentNot only your traditional Mariachi, but much more. We combine jazz standards, oldies, flamenco, Andes music, etc.
Music teacher
Apr 1986 - PresentMore than 27 years of teaching experience.
Education
Associates Degree
Apr 2004 - Jun 2007Associates in Music
Jan 2003 - Dec 2006Peruvian guitar
Mar 2001 - Mar 2002Professional Technician
Jan 1992 - Mar 1994Languages
English
Spanish
Certifications
Using Music to enhance learning in your classroom
Apr 2002Grades P-3
Awards
Mariachi World Record
Jul 2013Music Faculty Scholarship
May 2006Music Faculty Scholarship
May 2005Scholastic Excellence
Apr 2005Affiliations
National Association of Music Merchants
Nov 2010NAMM is the not-for-profit association that promotes the pleasures and benefits of making music and strengthens the $17 billion global music products industry. NAMM's activities and programs are designed to promote music making to people of all ages.
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Apr 1997The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.
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13 Reviews
Write a ReviewMr. Rodrigo is a professional, respectful and super patient instructor. I could not made a better choice. I am looking forward to my next class @
Rodrigo is a great teacher, not only an expert musician, but he shares all his knowledge.
Great introductory class, covering the basic fundamentals of singing the right way with confidence.
Rodrigo is very thoughtful and methodical in his teaching. He taught me just the right amount to keep me busy without being overwhelmed. Can't wait for the next lesson!
Very knowledgeable about music theory and very likeable.
It was a great lesson I learned a lot and practicing looking forward to my next lesson I'm going to become a regular student
Rodrigo is very musically knowledgable and has great teaching skills.
Rodrigo is a great instructor, super knowledgeable and an expert musician. Although he is well versed in may styles, we focus on the theory, technique and culture of the Latin forms. Rodrigo is passionate about his craft but easy going and patient. I always look forward to our sessions and highly recommend him as an instructor.
+ Read MoreI had never taken lessons via Skype before, but Rodrigo really did a great job or making the lessons relevant to my interests. He was incredibly knowledgeable and flexible! I would definitely recommend him.
Rodrigo is the best teacher! He has a keen understandings of main concepts of music and showed me the proper postures and fingerings of the instrument. While he was teaching me how to play the instrument, he also introduced me a various genres and styles of music.He is very knowledgeable of music theory such as chord transpositions, terminology, as well as the musical notations. He also was willing to modify the lessons to meet my needs and abilities so that I can be successful. He truly is a multi-talented teacher and very very nice one, too. Most of all, it was so fun to take lessons from him.
+ Read MoreI've only had three lessons with Rodrigo but so far all of them have exceeded my expectations of a music instructor. Rodrigo is a great guy and accordionist. I like how I'm learning music theory along with my instrument because it will help me if I decide to learn more instruments. Thanks Rodrigo!
+ Read MoreMy daughter has really enjoyed her lessons. We started with four lessons and hope to continue. I really appreciate that Rodrigo is bilingual and can help her learn songs in Spanish and English.
my girls are happy with their teacher.