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<h2>GUITAR LESSONS</h2>
<p>You child will attend nine shared (two-on-one) or private (one-on-one) lessons a term. Their
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<h2>KNOWING AND PLAYING THE INSTRUMENT</h2>
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<p>You child will attend nine shared (two-on-one) or private (one-on-one) lessons a term. Their
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<h2>TECHNIQUE AND IMPROVISATION</h2>
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<p>Students learn right and left hand techniques using both fingerpicking and a plectrum, finger
independence, chords and a variety of skills for producing musical performances as well as
develop their fine motor skills. They use a variety of chords, scales and arpeggios which will
then be applied in an improvisational setting. This gives them the ability to spontaneously
create music using the theoretical and practical knowledge they have gained from the program.
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<p>Students will learn music from standard musical notation, tablature (tab) and chord progressions.
Learning to read musical notation gives students the foundation for understanding rhythm, melody
and harmony, the three main elements of western music. Students will usually be playing the
melody to popular pieces using musical notation and the guitar method book that comes with the
guitar will be used for learning pieces in this format. The book includes an audio CD for your
child to listen and practise along to. Please make sure you use this during their improvement
sessions as it will be a great asset to their learning.</p>
<p class="mt-5">Using tablature, students learn a variety of pop and rock riffs from their (and
your) favourite songs.Playing chord progressions, students accompany themselves or others to
sing a variety of styles and pieces. As their ability develops, these three areas begin to
merge, displaying the competent skills of a guitarist.</p>
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<h2>MUSIC HISTORY AND CULTURE</h2>
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<p>Music has an influence on all of society as radio, the internet and advertising continually
expose us to it. Music develops as individuals, groups and cultures use their musical influences
and infuse them with their creativity to drive new forms of not just music but poetry,
journalism, ideas, visual art, social change and in extreme cases, revolutions.</p>
<p class="mt-5">It is important for musicians to have an understanding of what was behind the
creation of the music they’re learning. Depending on the student’s age and level of playing,
this could be as simple as stating that “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” was written by the Beatles in
the 1960’s to “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” was written by the Beatles and recorded in 1963. It was
the band’s 1st US number 1 hit and began the “British Invasion” of the 1960’s. The Beatles went
on to revolutionise popular music by introducing songwriting techniques and orchestral
arrangements as well as developing studio technology to be used in their music. Because of this,
they are the best-selling band and one of the most critically acclaimed acts in the history of
popular music.</p>
<P>Armed with this knowledge, students find it easier to develop a relationship with the material,
techniques and concepts taught in their lessons. This allows them to enjoy the process more,
making them better learners, guitarists and above all, musicians.
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<h2>AURAL SKILLS</h2>
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<p>Developing aural skills give musicians the ability to discriminate between sounds and to make judgements about their use in different musical styles, periods and genres. With competency in this area, musicians develop their composition, arranging, improvisation and performance skills in a variety of ensemble settings.</p>
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<p>Much like the gains found in developing aural skills, accumulating a sound knowledge of music theory gives students tools for creating and understanding music. This can be as simple as realising how many beats are found in each bar of music in a particular piece to knowing every term, note, chord, pitch and rhythm found within the music.</p>
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<p>Sight reading well allows musicians to perform music immediately without any practise. Students are ready for sight reading when they can keep a consistent rhythm with very basic material. Pieces which use the rhythms and pitches the student is comfortable with will be given to them in lessons and for home. Encourage them to look at and go over everything in the piece in their head before attempting it. They should play through any mistakes they make rather than stop and go over them to better emulate a performance setting and improve their sight reading skills.</p>
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<p>Time should be put aside for at least five “improvement” sessions a week to allow students to gain the most from their lessons. Using this time effectively is the most significant aspect in a musician’s early development. Please avoid using the word “practise” as this is sometimes connected to negative connotations.</p>
<P>Students of primary school age find it difficult to study on their own and parents should attempt to be present and aid their children during these sessions. This will give you a greater understanding of your child’s learning and demonstrate the importance of the development of their musicianship.</P>
<P>The improvement sessions will involve playing the week’s set material as well as listening to and/or watching music, live performances or music videos and discussing something about the music they’re learning with their parents.</P>
<P>Students are to perform a short recital of the material they have played during the week the night before their lesson. An audio or video recording of each recital is to be made allowing students to experience their performance from an audience’s perspective as well as show their teacher the following day. This is an invaluable opportunity in gaining confidence in their musicianship, developing their performance skills and sharing their learning with you.</P>
<P>Two improvement sheets are included with this document. These are to be filled out during each session as your child plays for you. Please tick the boxes when they complete each song and sign at the end of the week after their recital. They’ll receive a sticker from their teacher if all five sessions have been completed. The first sheet has an example of what a week of improvement may look like. Please use this version for the first week then, once full, print out the blank version for the improvement sessions. </P>
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<p>A music diary is used in lessons to give the student “homework” for their improvement sessions. You should read and use it to communicate with your child’s teacher on a weekly basis. You will be given their contact email and phone number so that any questions about your child’s progress or practice difficulties can be discussed as soon as possible. </P>
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<p>An after hours recital each semester is run by your child’s guitar teacher in which students perform music they’ve worked on in lessons as well as with the guitar ensemble. The recitals allow them to experience the preparation, nervousness, satisfaction and thrill of performing in public. Becoming at ease with these situations takes time and is a highly desired attribute for an individual.</P>
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<p>An annual workshop with professional musicians gives students the opportunity to rehearse with expert performers as well as watch them perform. This is a rare experience for primary school aged children and has a great impact on their musical development. The day culminates with a performance of the rehearsed material in front of friends and families.</P>
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<p>Students are expected to attend their 30-minute lesson each week (9 per term). If your child cannot attend for any reason, you must notify their guitar teacher 24 hours before the lesson by phone to receive a make-up lesson. Cancellations will be made up during the term. If your child’s guitar teacher has to cancel a lesson, your child will receive a make-up lesson during the term. Lessons will be forfeited if cancelled within 24 hours of the scheduled time. If enrolled in shared lessons and there is no student to share with, your child will receive a private 15-minute lesson.</P>
<p>Every endeavour will be made to change your child’s lesson to a different time on a particular week if need be, please call your child’s teacher to arrange this</P>
<p>Initial fees are due upon signup and are required for your child to attend their first lesson. Fees for subsequent terms are due 14 days after receiving invoice and one week before the end of term. Payment should be received by the due date to ensure your child is not withdrawn from lessons. If any problems arise with payment of fees please contact Little Groovin’ Guitars immediately to discuss alternative arrangements</p>
<p>Shared lessons per term: $307.00 Private lessons per term: $407.00 </p>
<p>A notice in writing is required for ceasing lessons in which case the remaining lessons for the term can be attended or forfeited.</p>
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<p>Children require an acoustic (nylon string) guitar, padded carry bag, music stand, plectrums (picks), a music exercise book (normal ruled lines and blank music manuscript) and guitar method book – Hal Leonard Guitar For Kids Method or Method and Songbook. These are available at music stores close to Melbourne.</P>
<p>Valencia guitars are the most cost effective and will be suitable for your child for three to four years. Yamaha’s are also relatively cheap, however more expensive than Valencias, and should last a lifetime.</p>
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<li>Grade 3 to 6: ¾ size guitar</li>
<li>Prep to Grade 2: ½ size</li>
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<p>We’re excited to be offering the program in your child’s primary school and look forward to seeing it and your child develop over the coming years. We hope that this guide has given you a good understanding of the program and ask that you contact your child’s teacher or us should you have any questions.</p>
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