Music Theory For Guitarists
This 8-week course teaches foundational music theory concepts from the perspective of the guitar. It covers the most important topics every guitarist should know!
Peter S. - Guitar-Songwriting-Music Production
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(13)
What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. There will material to memorize/practice after each lesson.Class Experience
Please note: There are no live meetings for this class. In this 8-week course, students will learn foundational music theory concepts as they apply to the guitar. Traditional music theory is often taught from the perspective of the piano, but this course focuses on the guitar. Each week, we will cover a crucial topic that every guitarist should know. The class is structured to build on the previous week's material, providing a comprehensive understanding of music theory for guitarists. Students will see the value in knowing music theory and gain a better understanding of their instrument, beneficial for both hobbyists and serious musicians. The classes will be lecture-style with interactive elements, where students are encouraged to have their guitars with them. I will use notation and diagrams to explain the material, and all resources will be available for students to study between classes. This class is suitable for beginner, intermediate, or advanced guitarists. Even those with technical skills but limited music theory knowledge are welcome!
Learning Goals
Understand note names on the guitar.Read music in the treble clef.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Fretboard Note Identidication
Learn the names of the notes on the guitar and their locations on the fretboard. Lesson 2:
Reading The Treble Clef
Understand how to read music written in the treble clef and apply it to the guitar. Lesson 3:
The Major Scale
Explore the structure of the major scale and how to play it on the guitar. Lesson 4:
Triads
Dive into triads, their construction, and their importance in music. Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please note: I will be using different music examples during my lessons. I will be using Guitar Pro which is a notation software to transcribe and write out music examples.
Supply List
- Guitar (acoustic or electric)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2022
5.0
13reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Purchase College
I have extensive experience teaching music theory and guitar. With a strong background in music education and years of playing and teaching guitar, I bring both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to this course.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$25
weekly or $200 for all content8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 12-18
