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Fun and Easy Beginning Guitar Lessons

Our beginner guitar lessons for kids focus on building a strong musical foundation through fun, hands-on activities that teach essential skills like rhythm, chords, and strumming with personalized attention.
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What's included

Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
55 mins
per session
Teacher support
Assignments
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 throughout the class
Assessment
included

Class Experience

Beginner Level
Class Experience: Kids' Beginning Guitar Lessons

Welcome to a fun and engaging introduction to guitar for kids! This class is designed for young beginners who are eager to start their musical journey. Here’s what you can expect:

🎵 What Will Be Taught?
In this class, your child will learn the fundamentals of guitar playing. We will cover basic skills like:

Proper posture and hand positioning
Tuning the guitar
Simple chords and strumming patterns
Playing fun, beginner-friendly songs
📝 Topics Covered
Each session builds on the last, introducing essential musical concepts in a kid-friendly way:

Guitar Basics: Parts of the guitar, tuning, and holding the instrument correctly
Chords and Strumming: Starting with simple chords like G, C, and D, and learning basic strumming patterns
Playing Simple Songs: Practicing popular kids' songs to apply what we've learned
Rhythm and Timing: Using clapping exercises and games to develop a strong sense of rhythm
🏫 Class Structure
Warm-up (5 mins): Simple exercises to get comfortable with the guitar
Main Lesson (20 mins): Introduction of new chords, strumming patterns, or song practice
Practice Time (10 mins): Students play along with guidance, applying what they’ve learned
Interactive Game (10 mins): Music-based games to reinforce concepts in a fun way
Q&A/Recap (5 mins): Address any questions and review key points
🎸 Teaching Style
My approach is interactive and supportive, focusing on building confidence and enthusiasm for music. I incorporate a mix of hands-on playing, sing-alongs, and games to keep kids engaged and excited to learn.

💬 Student Interaction
Students will have plenty of opportunities to interact with me throughout the lesson:

Direct Feedback: I offer personalized tips and encouragement as they play
Games and Challenges: Fun activities like "Name That Tune" to practice their listening skills

With this class, your child will be able to play a few basic songs, understand essential guitar techniques, and, most importantly, have a love for music that will inspire them to keep learning!
Learning Goals
Parts of the guitar
Tuning
learning goal

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
None
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
 worked as a touring/studio guitarist for 15 years with artists on Sony/Epic and Interscope Records

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Meets on demand
55 min

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Ages: 11-14

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