Guitar 10
Please see the curricular competencies here Guitar 10
In this course, students gain the skills and knowledge to help develop their guitar “toolbox.” This is the ultimate beginners’ course covering everything from how to play, guitar anatomy, a history of the instrument and the basics of music theory.
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of guitar playing, music theory, and performance techniques. Through a series of structured modules, students will develop technical skills, musical literacy, and expressive abilities
Module 1: Foundations of Music and Guitar Basics
Module 2: Tuning and Open String Exercises
Module 3: Reading Guitar Tablature
Module 4: Performance Exercises
Module 5: First Performance Piece
Module 6: Composition & Creativity
Module 7: Performance and Expression
Module 8: Challenge Piece & Final Review
Final Exam: Performance Assessment
Assessment:
- Practice & Participation – 30%
- Theory & Written work – 30%
- Performance – 30%
- Final Exam – 10%
Required Resources: A computer with internet access, a microphone and headset, and a guitar.