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Acoustic Guitar I

​Instructor:  Teresa Kingsley                      (email:  Teresa.Kingsley@ISD181.org)


Description

Acoustic Guitar is the study of non-electric, classical and finger-style guitar technique for individual, small and large group settings. This class meets during 6th period for one semester. Students will earn 1 art credit upon completion. Students are required to perform in one Orchestra/Guitar concert per semester. 
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Classical guitars and books are supplied by the school and will be used during the class period everyday. Personal guitars maybe brought to class later in the semester, with teacher approval.

IMPORTANT DATES:  Fall Orchestra/Guitar Concert - November 13, 2018, Tornstrom Auditorium, 7 PM
                                       Spring Orchestra/Guitar Concert - May 14, 2019, Tornstrom Auditorium, 7 PM

Reading Music and Guitar TAB

Students will learn how to read notes on the treble staff and how to follow guitar tab.

Chords and Rhythm Guitar

Students will learn several chords and strum patterns along with finger-picking chords.

Compose 12-Bar Blues melody

Students will use their music reading skills and compose a melody for a 12-Bar Blues rhythm guitar accompaniment.
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Brainerd High School
North Campus
702 South 5th Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
218-454-6200
Brainerd High School 
South Campus
400 Quince Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
218-454-5200
Forestview Middle School
12149 Knollwood Drive
Baxter, MN 56245
218-454-6000
Brainerd Music Department | 218.454.5384 | 702 South 5th Street, Brainerd MN 56401