Drew Hodis
Drew Hodis founded Hodis Learning & Music with a passion for teaching and supporting his community. For nearly a decade, he has served South Pasadena, starting as a tutor at South Pasadena High and expanding his services throughout the greater Pasadena area. “Tutoring is about more than homework; it’s about building confidence and self-esteem,” Hodis says. Currently pursuing a PhD in Clinical Psychology at Adelphi University, Hodis aims to bring a holistic understanding of motivation and psychology to better serve his students.
What Is Drop D Tuning on Guitar?
What Is Drop D Tuning on Guitar?
Drop D tuning is a popular alternate tuning for the guitar that involves lowering the pitch of the...
The Importance of Early Learning: How Tutoring Can Benefit Your Child
The Importance of Early Learning: How Tutoring Can Benefit Your Child
Early learning is an essential foundation for a child's academic success. As a parent,...
10 Fun and Easy Art Projects for Kids to Try at Home
10 Fun and Easy Art Projects for Kids to Try at Home
Looking for fun and easy art projects for your kids to do at...
Locrian Mode: The Music Modes
Locrian Mode: Music Modes Series
The Locrian mode is one of the seven main music modes in Western music and is characterized by its unique...
Aeolian Mode: The Music Modes
Aeolian Mode: Music Modes Series
The Aeolian mode, also known as the natural minor scale, is a music mode that has been used in a...
Mixolydian Mode: The Music Modes
Mixolydian Mode: Music Modes Series
The Mixolydian mode is one of the seven main modes in Western music, and it has a unique and bluesy...
Lydian Mode: The Music Modes
Lydian Mode: Music Modes Series
The Lydian mode is a music mode that has been used in a variety of music genres, from classical to...
Phrygian Mode: The Music Modes
Phrygian Mode: Music Modes Series
The Phrygian mode is one of the seven main music modes in Western music, and it has a unique and...
Dorian Mode: The Music Modes
Dorian Mode: Music Modes Series
The Dorian mode is a music mode that has been used for centuries in a variety of music genres, from...
Ionian Mode: The Music Modes
Ionian Mode: Music Modes Series
The Ionian mode, also known as the Major scale, is one of the most important and commonly used modes in...
What Are Music Modes? And Why Should I Learn Them?
What Are Music Modes? And Why Should I Learn Them?
Music modes are a fundamental aspect of Western music, influencing the way musicians compose, perform,...
The Benefits of Learning Music Theory
The Benefits of Learning Music Theory
Learning music theory can be daunting and frustrating. But learning music theory expands nearly every facet of a musician's...
Why You Should Learn a New Instrument in the New Year
Why You Should Learn an Instrument in the New Year
It’s almost January 1, and we all know what that means: New Year’s Resolutions are...
How Parents Can Help Boost Adolescents’ Self-Esteem in Academic Transitions
How Parents Can Help Boost Adolescents’ Self-Esteem in Academic Transitions
Academic transitions cause disruptions that can be challenging for students, especially adolescents. During adolescence, many...
4 Reasons You Should Give the Gift of Music Lessons This Holiday Season
4 Reasons You Should Give the Gift of Music Lessons This Holiday Season
The holiday season is here, and parents are scrambling to find the...
How Parents Can Help Students Manage Exam Stress
How Parents Can Help Students Manage Exam Stress
Finals week is a stressful time for students, and it can be a challenging time for parents,...
Tutoring Explained in Fewer Than 140 Characters
Tutoring Explained in Fewer Than 140 Characters
In an age where ideas and concepts are reduced to soundbites and 10 second video clips, we thought...
Simple Organization Life Hacks for Students
Simple Organization Life Hacks for Students
Some students find themselves struggling with a lack of organization skills, which can be a frustrating and overwhelming experience....
SQ3R – An All-in-One Reading Comprehension/Study System
SQ3R - An All-in-One Reading Comprehension/Study System
SQRRR or SQ3R is an all-in-one reading comprehension/study skills system that stands for Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review. Many students fall into...
Learning an Instrument for Busy Adults – How to Reach Your Goals
Learning an Instrument for Busy Adults
Let’s face it - it’s 2022 and we are all very busy. Learning a new instrument is challenging amid...
Non-Musical Benefits to Learning a New Instrument
Non-Musical Benefits to Learning a New Instrument
If you’re wondering whether learning a new instrument is the right hobby for your child (or even for...
How to Prevent Academic Burnout: 9 Actionable Tips to Maintain Good Mental Health
How to Prevent Academic Burnout: 9 Actionable Tips to Maintain Good Mental Health
Sometimes students find themselves working really hard in all of their classes,...
Strategies for Tackling Homework: Pt. 2 How Parents Can Help
Strategies for Tackling Homework: Pt. 2 How Parents Can Help
Ah, homework. An inevitable, but often unenjoyable, part of school. While many students (and perhaps...
Preparing for Music School: Advice From Experts (Part 3)
Preparing for Music School: Advice From Experts (Part 3)
Hodis Learning & Music brass instructor, Alex, shares insights on the music school admissions. Alex earned...
Preparing for Music School: Advice From Experts (Part 2)
Preparing for Music School: Advice From Experts (Part 2)
Hodis Learning & Music guitar instructor, Bruno, shares insights on the music school application and audition...
Preparing for Music School: Advice From Experts (Part 1)
Preparing for Music School: Advice From Experts (Part 1)
Hodis Learning & Music bass teacher, Tim, shares insights on the music school admissions process. Tim...
Educator Spotlight: Rachel H.
Educator Spotlight: Rachel H.
What Subject Areas Do You Tutor?
Academic Tutoring: Reading comprehension, writing, elementary education, and Spanish
Where did you receive your education?
University of...
Building Strong Study Skills Series: Conclusion & Roadmap to Success
Building Strong Study Skills Series: Conclusion & Roadmap to Success
Note: This series details how to study smarter, not harder, to help students succeed in their academics....
Building Strong Study Skills Series: Effective Note Taking
Building Strong Study Skills Series: Effective Note Taking
Note: This series details how to study smarter, not harder, to help students succeed in their academics. All information...
Building Strong Study Skills Series: Active Reading
Active Reading
Note: This series details how to study smarter, not harder, to help students succeed in their academics. All information in this series draws upon principles...
