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New Guitarists Only! High School

This course is designed to kickstart your guitar journey! My goal is to make learning guitar fun, accessible, and streamlined for aspiring musicians. With practice, by the end of this course, you’ll be able to play full songs!
Lemons-Aid Learning
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What's included

8 live meetings
4 hrs 40 mins in-class hours
Assignments
1-2 hours per week. included
Progress Report
1-2 throughout the class

Class Experience

US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
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Over the course of the semester, we’ll dive into a variety of songs and techniques, helping you develop essential guitar skills while having a blast with music.

𝑻𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓, 𝒘𝒆'𝒍𝒍 𝒄𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓:
🎸 Mastering Basic Chords: Learn the most important chords to play a variety of songs.
🎸 Playing Fun Songs: Discover a new song each week, from timeless classics to modern hits.
🎸Developing Strum Patterns: Build rhythm and strumming techniques.
🎸Exploring Melody and Riffs: Play simple melodies and guitar riffs that sound great.
🎸Reading Music: Learn to read tabs, chord diagrams, and basic musical notation.

𝑪𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆:
Each class session will differ depending on the focus of the lesson, but you can expect some or all these elements to be present from week to week:
🎶Warm-Up: Start with basic finger exercises and warm-up patterns.
🎶Song Introduction: Jump into the song of the week, including key techniques. 
🎶Chord Practice: Master the chords for the song.
🎶Strumming and Melody: Practice strumming patterns and melodies.
🎶Jam Session and Q&A: Play together, ask questions, and get feedback.

No prior experience is needed to join this course. Whether you’re holding a ukulele for the first time or already know a few basics, this class will teach you everything you need to play confidently. Our friendly and supportive environment makes it easy for everyone to learn at their own pace and enjoy the process.
Learning Goals
Master basic chords
Develop strum patterns
learning goal

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Getting to Know Your Guitar: Parts, Holding, and Basic Chords (G, C, D)
 Learn the parts of the guitar, how to hold it, and basic chords. We'll start with G, C, and D chords. 
35 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Reading Music Notation and First String Notes: Simple Melodies
 Practice reading music notation and notes on the first string of the guitar. We’ll use these notes to play simple melodies. 
35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Second String Notes and Tab Reading: Simple Riffs
 Learn notes on the second string and how to read tabs. Practice simple riffs using these notes. 
35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Third String Notes: Combining Strings and Basic Riffs
 Explore notes on the third string and practice combining them with the first two strings. We’ll play basic riffs. 
35 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
✅Guitar: Acoustic or electric (plugged into an amp).
✅Notebook and Pen: For taking notes.
✅Handouts and Sheet Music: Provided by the instructor.
✅Access to Online Resources and Recordings: For supplementary learning materials.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
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New York Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Kimberly Parinisi
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Kimberly Parinisi
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Jenn Riale
Washington Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Karen Lemons
Washington Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Karen Lemons
Washington Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Karen Lemons
Missouri Teaching Certificate
Ali Marie
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Science
Danielle Mortimore
Master's Degree in Education from Liberty University
Karen Lemons
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governors University
Danielle Mortimore
Bachelor's Degree from Purdue University
Becky Padgett
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Philadelphia College of Bible
Kimberly Parinisi
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Millersville University
Jenn Riale
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Liberty University
Kristen Freeman
Bachelor's Degree in English from Florida State University
Karen Lemons
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Missouri State University
Ali Marie
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Western Connecticut State University
Blake Dahlmeyer
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from Patrick Henry College
Brian Smyth
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Middle Tennessee State University
Danielle Mortimore
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from University of Northwestern - St. Paul
Kendra Mancuso
I've been producing, performing, and teaching music to people of all ages for over 10 years. In addition to teaching, I regularly perform, write, record, produce, and mix various music projects of my own and for other artists and clients. I'm deeply passionate about music and creating, and love to share the joy and knowledge of how to express oneself musically with my students.

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for 8 classes
1x per week, 8 weeks
35 min

Completed by 1 learner
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Ages: 15-18
5-10 learners per class

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