Resource person: Sarah Forbes (sforbes@meritmusic.org)

Location: Room 200 | 38 South Peoria Street, Chicago, IL, 60607

Description:

✨ NEW! 10-week mini session for beginners 

❗Important note: Starting December 2, all registrations for this class must go through our Student Services team to help ensure smooth enrollment. Simply contact studentservices@meritmusic.org to get started.

Embark on your guitar journey with our 10-week mini sessions designed specifically for beginners! These shorter courses are a great way for kids to test out a new hobby or instrument, allowing them to experience quick wins and build excitement around their musical studies.

Your child will begin strumming and plucking in a weekly group class of five to eight students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. 

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• Identifying the parts of the musical staff 
• Reading notes and rhythms 
• Playing scales, arpeggios, and chords in 1st and 2nd position 
• Tuning a guitar 
• Making music with friends and family! 

The mini sessions are designed to provide a solid foundation in technique while fostering confidence and practice skills with a schedule that's flexible for your family. After successfully completing Intro to Guitar I, students are encouraged to continue with mini sessions for Intro to Guitar II and III. Merit also offers 32-week Beginning Guitar classes that span the full academic year.

Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own instrument before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options. Purchasing a guitar? View our guide on what guitar to buy or contact Guitar Program Manager, Sarah Forbes (sforbes@meritmusic.org), for help. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

Mandatory membership(s):

• Academic Year 2024-25 Registration Fee

Available spots: 5/8

Price: $275.00 Taxes waived

Required age: 8 - 12 years old on the day of the activity

Tags: Beginners Guitar

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