SMPAA

– Learn basic techniques of the guitar
– Gain an understanding of different styles and how they are played
– Develop confidence and the ability to communicate and express music.
– Develop performance skills
– Develop coordination among the senses

Beginner Level
– Learn basic technique of guitar (i.e. picking, finger transitions)
– Gain an understanding of different styles
– Obtain proper form based on student’s style
– Learn chords/arpeggios/scales based on level
– Learn sight-reading

Intermediate Level
– Acquire all knowledge and skills of Beginner level
– Learn intermediate guitar techniques (i.e. tremolo, slides, legato…)
– Introduction to improvising
– Learn intermediate chords/arpeggios/scales
– Learn to play in different styles
– Improve knowledge of the fret board

Advanced Level
– Apply all basic and intermediate techniques
– Master playing different styles based on knowledge of common harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic themes
– Learn advanced chords/arpeggios/scales
– Improve improvising in different styles
– Master the fret board

*Acquire international qualifications (Trinity, ABRSM)