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Classical Guitar: Basics 2 (non-credit)
This is a non-credit course and will not provide high school credit or instructor feedback/communication.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Classical Guitar: Basics 2 builds upon the ideas and concepts taught in Classical Guitar: Beginner 1 and further aids students in mastering the essentials of classical guitar playing. This course continues examining the history of the classical guitar, showing students how the guitar evolved through important composers and performers. Proper playing technique is foundational to the course, and is supported through warm-ups, technical exercises, and playing etudes. Lastly, students will analyze incredible players that inspire personal growth. Students can expect to encounter a variety of listening and playing assignments, as well as lesson quizzes and exams, and will create a portfolio of recordings that reflect the progress they make.
Price: $95.00
Subjects: Classical Guitar, Music
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COURSE OVERVIEW:
Lesson 1: Using All Four Fingers of the Left Hand
- Ear training
- Using all four fingers of the left hand
- Notes on string three
- Pulgar
- Free stroke
Lesson 2: Accidentals
- Open string B
- Accidentals
- Notes on string five
Lesson 3: Major and Minor Thirds
- Major and minor thirds
- Notes on string two
- Studies on strings two through four
- Guitar history
- Performance review preparation
Lesson 4: The Major Scale
- Notes on string one
- The major scale
- Sight reading
- Ties within a measure
- Pickup measures
- Guitar history
Lesson 5: Sight Reading Skills
- Notes on string six
- Online exercises
- Daily studies
- Sight reading
- Guitar history
- Performance review
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
- Working instrument
- Reliable access to a computer and internet
- Recording device for recording assignments (phone, tablet, camera, computer, etc.)
- Footstool or alternative (suggestions in lesson 2.2)
- Armless chair or stool
- Tuner (electronic tuner, computer program, or phone app are all suitable)