Intended for students with little or no experience, this class teaches the skills needed to learn and progress on your own. Particular attention is paid to learning chords. Music is drawn primarily from the folk and rock 'n' roll traditions, including songs of your choice. Bring your guitar. Music and other materials are provided.
Class size is limited.
Instructor Mark Simons has been heard several times on television and National Public Radio and has toured briefly as a member of the renowned Los Angeles Guitar Quartet. Currently a member of the San Francisco Guitar Quartet, Mark performs frequently as a soloist and in small groups. Mark is the recipient of Fulbright and Peabody scholarships, winner of the 1996 Baltimore Chamber Music Awards and sole American participant in the 1990 Tokyo International Guitar Competition. Marina Middle School, Rm. This class is for students who already know the notes in first position and can play some basic chords.