Rhythm Guitar Performance (5 days) provides technical skills, musical knowledge and performing experience that prepares students for a wide range of professional and creative opportunities as performing musicians. Rhythm Guitar Performance instruction includes development of tone and dynamics, fretboard organization of minor and major pentatonic scale patterns, in-depth examination of chord progressions and harmonies, exploration of blues tonality and structure, Rhythm Guitar performance courses emphasize chart reading, stage presence, and gear set-up, reading fundamentals for rhythmic figures, chord symbols, key signatures and note positions, grooves such as rock, swing, shuffle, ballads, funk, includes music theory, ear training, music history, and understanding of different styles. Repertoire draws from simple contemporary pieces and melodies accompanied with chords. Mastery of the material will be demonstrated through written assignments. Every day class attendance and daily practice (2 hours) are expected. This course is designed for students who wish to develop contemporary music performance skills. Regardless of your ability level, you'll get plenty out of the programme, although we do recommend you have a minimum of six months’ playing experience to fully benefit.

There will be a maximum of 9 participants per class.

What you will learn

• LIVE PERFORMANCE WORKSHOPS

• SIGHT-READING

• HARMONY & THEORY

• EAR TRAINING

Who is it for?

This course is ideal for aspiring musicians with little to no experience in music performance. It is highly recommended for students who want to apply for further study in music.