Welcome to the Guitar! (Ages 7 - 10)
In this one time class learners will be introduced to the guitar; the different parts of the guitar, how it works, and learn the names of the strings and two simple chords.
Meredith Smith
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(178)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Welcome to the guitar! In this one time class learners will be introduced to the guitar. To begin the class we will briefly talk about how and why the guitar works. Then learners will have the opportunity to sit with their guitar and practice proper posture, hand position, and finding strings. We will play games to learn the string names and numbers, the fret numbers, and finger numbers. Learners will learn 2 simple chords and practice moving between the chords to improve finger dexterity. Finally, learners will learn a song using the 2 chords so that they can practice what they have learned! This class is designed for beginners, no prior musical or guitar knowledge is necessary, just the willingness to learn something new and have fun! This is a great introductory class if you would like to see if your learner is interested in learning to play the guitar!
Learning Goals
Learners will be introduced to the guitar, string names and numbers, and they will learn 2 simple chords and a song.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners should bring a guitar to class. They should be sitting on the floor or in a chair without arms to allow them to hold the guitar properly.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
5.0
178reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Ciao ciao!
I'm Ms. Meredith and I live in northeastern Massachusetts. I consider myself to be a lifelong learner, and I hope to motivate others, especially young learners, to become lifelong learners as well! I aim to encourage young learners to find a passion that will inspire them to love learning and lead them to continue learning throughout their lives.
I have a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from Immaculata University in Pennsylvania and a STB Theology degree from the Pontificia Universita San Tommaso D'Aquino in Rome, Italy. I have worked with learners of all ages in many different capacities for over 15 years. I have been a summer camp counselor, swim instructor, peer mentor, online ESL teacher, and I was a nanny and English language tutor for a family in Italy for three years. I currently work full-time teaching music and theology to learners of all ages.
When I am not teaching you can find me traveling or cooking! I have lived in 4 different States and also in Italy for 5 years. My travels have taken me to 49 States in the USA and 31 countries throughout North America and Europe. I would love to share my stories, experiences, and what I have learned through my travels with young learners to help them to recognize and appreciate the beauty and diversity of our country and our world.
I hope to inspire your learner to discover their own individual passions and fall in love with learning, so join me in the classroom for a discovery mission and begin the journey to lifelong learning! Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 23 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
1-6 learners per class
