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Music Theory, Ear Training, Rhythmic Training, Harmony and Solfege Lessons

This class is meant for those who want to have a better understanding of Music Theory.

- Theory:
notation, meter, tempo, dynamics, form, key, scales, rhythm, timbre, consonance and dissonance.

- Ear Training:
intervals, chords, scales, key centre, chord progressions, extensions, sight-singing (Solfege).

- Rhythmic training:
Subdivisions, meter, notation, time feel, phrasing, claves, inner pulse.

- Harmony:
functional harmony, voice leading, tonality, modulation, chromaticism, modality, atonality, beyond functional harmony and other systems

I will always adapt to the students needs.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Amsterdam, Netherlands
At teacher's location: Javaplein, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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General info

Age:
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
45 minutes
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Spanish

About Me

Adrian is the co-winner of the prestigious Erasmus Jazz Prize 2019, having the opportunity to play at festivals such as NN North Sea Jazz Fest, Jazz International Rotterdam, Otis Park Festival, Jazz Night Express to Berlin and many other. Adrian has experience from all sort of places: Latin America, US, Spain and The Netherlands; offering a wide view about not only Jazz but music in general. Adrian has studied with some the top jazz musicians from the Dutch scene: Jesse van Ruller, Reinier Baas, Martijn van Iterson, Maarten van der Grinten, Benjamin Herman, Simon Rigter and many more. As well as participated in countless lessons, workshops and masterclasses with renowned musicians such as Peter Bernstein, Lage Lund, Kendrick Scott, Becca Stevens, Mark Turner and many more.

Education

- Master’s degree Jazz guitar performance at Conservatorium van Amsterdam 2024

- Bacherlor’s degree Jazz Guitar Performance at Conservatorium van Amsterdam 2022

- Classical Training at Juan Jose Landaeta Conservatory in Caracas, Venezuela.

- Graduated from TJC Jazz Academy (Taller de Jazz Caracas) 2012- 2015

- Private Lessons with American Bassist and Saxophonist Mark P. Brown (Manhattan School of Music Faculty and Alumni), Maria Eugenia Atilano (Berklee Composition Alumni) and Gerry Weil (Teacher and mentor of prominent musicians like Luis Perdomo)

Experience / Qualifications

Adrian Bifano is part of the up and coming generation of jazz musicians in Amsterdam. He has played at prestigious venues such as Bimhuis, festivals such as North Sea Jazz, recorded at studios such as Wisseloord and has been playing professionally for over 10 years.

Reviews (4)

Great teacher!
Adrian is a highly dedicated tutor and I feel that he is committed to help his students to achieve their target.
Excellent teacher, really enjoying our classes.
Adrian takes time to ask questions and evaluate current level before providing tips and exercises to meet the needs
Adrian is the co-winner of the prestigious Erasmus Jazz Prize 2019, having the opportunity to play at festivals such as NN North Sea Jazz Fest, Jazz International Rotterdam, Otis Park Festival, Jazz Night Express to Berlin and many other. Adrian has experience from all sort of places: Latin America, US, Spain and The Netherlands; offering a wide view about not only Jazz but music in general. Adrian has studied with some the top jazz musicians from the Dutch scene: Jesse van Ruller, Reinier Baas, Martijn van Iterson, Maarten van der Grinten, Benjamin Herman, Simon Rigter and many more. As well as participated in countless lessons, workshops and masterclasses with renowned musicians such as Peter Bernstein, Lage Lund, Kendrick Scott, Becca Stevens, Mark Turner and many more. ..................................................................................................................... Guitar, Solfege, Ear Training, Rhythmic Training, Theory, Harmony, what you need. Learning Guitar starting in any level or preparing for Auditions. The lesson will be focused on: -Technique -Ear Training -Rhythm -Music Theory -Harmony -Repertoire If you are not a guitar player don't worry, I can teach all these subjects to any kind of instrumentalist! I will always adapt to the student's needs.

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