Paula

Intro to Guitar:

1. Parts of the Guitar – Acoustic

2. Parts of the Guitar – Electric

3. How to Hold the Guitar

4. Left Hand Position – 6/15

5. How to Hold a Pick

6. How to Learn and Practice a Song

Rhythm:

1. Intro to Rhythm

2. 4/4

3. Whole Notes and Whole Rests

4. Half Notes and Half Rests

5. Rhythm Practice 1

6. Rhythm Practice 1b

7. Quarter Notes and Quarter Rests

8. Rhythm Practice 2

9. Rhythm Practice 2b

10. 8th Notes and 8th Rests

11. Rhythm Practice 3 – 6/15 polish it up

12. Rhythm Practice 4 – 6/15 start this one as well. Always keep the hand moving! Count out loud.

Reading:

1. The 1st String

2. Practice: E, F, & G

3. The 2nd String

4.  Practice : 2nd String – B, C and D

5. 1st and 2nd Strings Together

Chords:

1. How to Read Chord Diagrams

2. Your First Chord

3. Easy Chords 1: E & Am

4. Strumming Basics

5. Basic Beginner Chords – 6/15 – practice the 1st 6 chords. And, make a list of some of your favorite songs!