Pre-requisite: A
desire to learn to play guitar
Grade level: 9 - 12
Duration:
one semester
Format:
every other day, 80 minutes
CURRICULUM AND OBJECTIVES
l Provide
instruction to any student who would like to learn to play guitar
l Reach a level of
proficiency which would allow the student to pursue independent study of guitar
l Develop performance skills and an understanding of the performance
process
l Understand musical theory and vocabulary
l Develop self-discipline, group responsibility, and cooperation
l Encourage personal musical insight and communication
l Enhance critical listening and appreciation
l Encourage the use of music for the enrichment of life
l Provide opportunities to enhance self esteem
l Appreciate musical performances and their cultural connections
l Become aware of vocational and avocational opportunities in music and
related fields
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
GRADES will be based on:
l
amount of progress by each individual
l
attitude in class
l
evidence of practice time being utilized properly
l
good posture
l
correct hand position
l
3 playing tests
l
2 written tests
l
final original song
STRUCTURE OF THE
CLASS
The class will use materials drawn from a
variety of anthologies. |
