Guitar: Beginner

This class is designed for the beginner looking to learn the basics of music notation, chords, picking and strumming technique. The course begins simply with the parts of the guitar, the names of the strings, tuning, and technique; whether finger-style or pick. It then explores the basics of music theory with such topics as scales, triads, power chords, and fingering and shapes. At the end of this course, students will understand the structure, parts, and accessories of the instrument, in addition to an understanding of its basic maintenance. Students must bring their own acoustic guitar. Age group: TAY.