

Rodrigo R.


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Beginner, Intermediate, AdvancedAbout Rodrigo R.
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...
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*** 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
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Great first lessons

Rodrigo is an excellent instructor! He explains everything thoroughly and makes the accordion less intimidating to play.

I have been taking accordion lessons from Rodrigo for about 6 months. I had never been successful playing a couple of instruments from long ago. I have now made great progress from Rodrigo's instructions. He helps me understand music theory, reading music, simplifying music, and how to charge my musical working memory. I have long been a collector of music. This is the first time I've felt progress and success.

My lessons with Rodrigo were great! He certainly has a solid knowledge about music and how to play it. He’s a nice guy. Very friendly.

I am so happy to have this opportunity to review Rodrigo Rodríguez. I have learned so much with him over the several years that I have been studying with him! He has totally transformed my guitar playing and has helped me to achieve my specific goals which are: To learn to play rhythmically with my right hand, to learn the fretboard better so that I can play more advanced songs, and to learn the repertoire of Spanish language music. He is so knowledgeable and talented! I have learned styles and songs from him from many different countries - Argentina, Peru, Bolivia, Cuba, Colombia, and Mexico. In addition to all of that, he is a first rate human being who I feel fortunate to know! So, do yourself a favor and take lessons from him. He is a great teacher!

Rodrigo is a patient teacher who is a great musician. I have only had one lesson with him, but believe I will make good progress in learning the cajun accordion.

He takes time to explain everything and looking forward to the next lesson

My son is a BEGINNER beginner. Rodrigo is a very nice guy and seems to know his stuff very well. I would give him 5 stars but I don't think he realized that my son needed the basic, basic 1st lesson (i.e. how to hold the instrument). We've only attended one session so this is fully based on that one lesson. I'm sure he'll adjust his teaching from here on out.

Mr. 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.

I 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.

I'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!

My 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.
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Pianist
Apr 2010 - PresentSaint Lucy Church
Religious music pianist at Catholic Church.
Music director
Jul 2009 - PresentMariachi Romanza
Not only your traditional Mariachi, but much more. We combine jazz standards, oldies, flamenco, Andes music, etc.
Music teacher
Apr 1986 - PresentPrivate lessons
More than 27 years of teaching experience.
Education
Associates Degree
Apr 2004 - Jun 2007El Camino College, Torrance CA
Associates in Music
Jan 2003 - Dec 2006El Camino College
Peruvian guitar
Mar 2001 - Mar 2002Ciro Hurtado
Professional Technician
Jan 1992 - Mar 1994Escuela de Música Martell
Languages
English
Professional Proficiency
Spanish
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Certifications
Using Music to enhance learning in your classroom
Apr 2002Bureau of Education and Research
Awards
Mariachi World Record
Jul 2013Guiness World Records
Music Faculty Scholarship
May 2006El Camino College, Torrance CA
Music Faculty Scholarship
May 2005El Camino College, Torrance CA
Scholastic Excellence
Apr 2005The National Scholars Honor Society
Affiliations
National Association of Music Merchants
Nov 2010American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
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