Marco Aurélio do Prado Garcia
About
Experienced Music Teacher - Portuguese and Spanish Lessons.
Hello! My name is Marcos Duprá, and I have been a music teacher for over 25 years. I specialize in teaching various instruments, including acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, cavaquinho, viola caipira, and keyboard. My lessons are tailored to meet the needs of students who speak Portuguese and Spanish.
Whether you are a beginner looking to learn your first chords or an advanced musician aiming to refine your skills, I am here to guide you. My teaching style is friendly, adaptable, and focused on making music an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
What I Offer:
- Individual or group lessons in Portuguese and Spanish
- Techniques for mastering cavaquinho, guitar, bass, keyboard, and more
- A strong foundation in theory and practical application
- Customized lessons to suit your goals and skill level
Who Can Join My Lessons:
- Beginners, intermediate, and advanced students
- Students looking to explore new musical styles
- Students who wish to learn to play gospel music in their church.
- People passionate about Brazilian and Latin American music
Languages I Teach In:
- Portuguese
- Spanish
If you're ready to start or continue your musical journey, let’s make it happen together! Feel free to reach out and book a lesson.
Teaching Style
My teaching style is student-centered and flexible, adapting to each student's goals and skill level. I focus on a balance between theory and practice, ensuring that students not only understand the technical aspects of music but also feel confident playing their favorite songs. I use a variety of resources, such as sheet music, tablatures, and audio recordings, to make the lessons engaging and effective. Whether you're a beginner learning your first chords or an advanced player aiming to refine your technique, I provide clear guidance and encouragement every step of the way. My goal is to make learning music enjoyable, inspiring, and rewarding.
Credentials & Affiliations
I have over 25 years of experience as a musician, teacher, and producer, working in various institutions and musical projects. My journey includes:
Teaching Experience
- Escola de Música Sintonia (1999–2003)
- Escola de Música Vila Matilde (2003–2004)
- Escola de Música Fábrica do Som (2004–2005)
- Social project at Unidos de Vila Maria (2004–2010), where I taught guitar, cavaquinho, and keyboard to both young people and adults.
- Producer of online courses for the website PrimeirosAcordes, with extensive experience in creating educational content for musicians.
Musical Education
- Guitar and improvisation lessons with the renowned teacher Mozart Mello.
- Bass guitar lessons with Paulo Anhaia, producer for Charlie Brown Jr. and Velhas Virgens.
- Cavaquinho lessons at the Conservatório Musical Souza Lima.
- Synthesizer programming course with Fábio Ribeiro.
- Piano lessons at the Escola Municipal de Música de São Paulo.
- Jazz improvisation course for guitar from Berklee College of Music.
Professional Affiliations
- Registered member of the Ordem dos Músicos do Brasil (OMB).
- Member of the Associação de Músicos do Brasil (AMB).
Experience as a Musician and Composer
- Show Cantando Noel – Performance on cavaquinho.
- Jazztilados – Jazz workshop with piano performances.
- Honorável Cabaré – Blues band, where I performed as a guitarist.
- Composer of soundtracks, including for the theatrical play "Édipo Rei".
- Production of soundtracks for the Pond5 website, under the pseudonym Composinventor.
My focus is to provide personalized teaching that connects directly to real musical practice, based on a diverse career in both education and performance.
