Study of major genres, forms, styles and historical periods in music since the Middle ages. Emphasis on listening techniques, appreciation of classical and popular music and recognition of styles, composers and periods. Beginning instruction for the serious guitar student. Includes first and second position studies, chord structures, basic picking and music reading techniques for all styles of playing.
Daily practice is necessary for satisfactory progress.
Student must provide own acoustic guitar. Continued development of repertoire, both solo and ensemble, in all styles. Student must provide own acoustic guitar.