Class Outline:

Introduction: • Introduction to the guitar and its components • Overview of the different types of guitars and their uses • Overview of the different playing styles

Fundamentals: • Learning the basics of guitar playing: chords, scales, and strumming patterns • Learning how to read guitar tablature • Learning how to tune the guitar • Learning how to hold the guitar and use a pick

Playing Techniques: • Learning how to play basic chords and progressions • Learning how to play basic melodies • Learning how to play basic lead guitar techniques • Learning how to use a capo • Learning how to use a metronome

Activities: • Jamming with other students • Playing along to backing tracks • Playing along to popular songs • Writing and performing original songs • Recording and sharing recordings of songs • Participating in guitar challenges • Participating in guitar competitions • Participating in guitar workshops • Participating in guitar clinics