Strum & Play: Beginning Guitar - Course

About the Class

Is your child ready to embark on a musical journey? Our "Strum & Play" guitar class is the starting point for young learners with little/no prior experience. Designed for elementary-aged kids, this class covers everything needed to start playing the guitar with confidence and joy. In each session, students will learn: Guitar Basics: From how to comfortably hold and sit with the guitar, to understanding the essential parts of the instrument, we’ll cover all the groundwork. Rhythm Practice: Learning rhythm is key to playing great music. Kids will practice counting and strumming rhythms, laying the foundation for playing their favorite songs. Guitar Tablature: Unlike other instruments, guitar has its own unique way of reading music called tablature (or "TAB"). We’ll introduce students to this simple, straightforward method of reading and writing guitar music, so they can start playing tunes from the very first lesson. Using a Guitar Pick: The guitar pick is crucial for playing different styles of music. Kids will learn how to hold a pick properly, strum with it, and pick individual notes to create melodies. Fretting Notes: Fretting the right notes involves more than just finger placement. Students will explore how their posture, arm positioning, and wrist movement contribute to smooth, clean notes. "Strum & Play" is all about making music fun, approachable, and inspiring for young beginners! Things to Know: We recommend purchasing an inexpensive beginners guitar. Membership Benefit: This class is included with our monthly membership package. Please contact us to enroll in a course.