Beginner Guitar Class for Grades 6-12 (10:00)

Course Name: Beginner Guitar Class for Grades 6-12 
Grade Range: 6-12
Instructor: Mr. Scott Johnson
Email: scott@setapartmusic.com
Price: $350.00 (28 weeks)
Course Description:  Students will learn how to play and apply guitar techniques such as reading music/tablature, strumming varies rhythmic patterns, note and chord recognition, pick-patterns and melodies along the fretboard as they practice fun songs inside the course material as well as songs outside the book that are focused and catered to their individual and group interest. (e.g. Worship, Rock,Jazz, Oldies etc.)
Class time will consist of blocked time for large group instruction of weekly goals, some one-to one time with Mr. Scott for individual attention and growth, as well as paired success with class-mates in small groups for support.
Course Prerequisites: None
Curriculum used by Instructor: Essential Elements for Guitar -Book 1
(required: May be purchased from Mr. Scott or amazon.com), Chord Charts included.
Books & Supplies required for purchase by families: *see above ($11.99)
Homework Requirements: Practice the songs of the week.
Duration: 28 weeks
Grading: No grade, but quizzes will be given.
Course Credit: Elective; Music College Prep
Teacher Bio: Scott Johnson is owner at SetApart Music in High Point.  He holds a degree in Sacred Music Education from Gardner-Webb University.  He is known locally for his work with Modern Worship Bands, All-County Band auditions, and Song-Writing Workshops. He has released two public studio albums and has been performing in the Triad for the past 15 years.  He enjoys his music-mission given by Christ, and the support of his lovely wife Kerri. For more info. visit: www.setapartmusic.com. or FB: setapartmusicnc
He is excited to return to the FE community for his 4th year and looks forward to helping each student become the best they can be.  Under Scott’s mentorships, his students have moved into leading worship at their churches, writing and recording albums now on YouTube, and enjoying small group bands and playing opportunities in various communities.
Min/Max # of Students: Min 5 / Max: 15 
Method and Frequency of communication: Primary= Email every two to three weeks depending on techniques and mastery.  Text with parent, if needed.