Guitar

<p>Students will</p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate proper care and holding position for a musical instrument.</li>
<li>Demonstrate correct playing technique to produce a characteristic sound.</li>
<li>Develop the ability to tune the instrument using a tuner.</li>
<li>Receive an introduction to guitar fundamentals and reading standard music notation.</li>
<li>Play primary chord structures and harmony.</li>
<li>Play basic right-hand techniques and melodic presentation styles.</li>
<li>Demonstrate learning through performances and presentations, with an emphasis on playing together in small groups or guitar ensemble.</li>
</ul>
<p>Students must purchase instructional books and have an acoustic (folk or classical) guitar. A limited number of school owned instruments are available for rent.</p>