Guitar Adventures - Rock Star in Training 6th - 8th grade

Embark on a musical journey with our "Rockstar-in-Training" guitar class designed exclusively for kids! In this exciting and interactive course, young learners will discover the magic of playing the guitar while building a solid foundation of musical skills. Our ultimate goal is to transform them into confident mini-rockstars, ready to showcase their newfound talents in a dazzling performance for their proud parents.

Guitar Basics and Introduction to Notes

• Learn the parts of the guitar and how to hold it properly.
• Understand the basics of music notation and start identifying notes on the fretboard.
• Introduction to finger exercises to build dexterity and strength.

Chords and Strumming Techniques

• Explore fundamental chords and their applications in popular music.
• Practice strumming techniques, including downstrokes, upstrokes, and basic rhythmic patterns.
• Begin working on simple chord progressions to play popular songs.

Picking and Melody Playing

• Introduction to picking techniques and exercises.
• Learn how to play simple melodies and riffs.
• Combine picking and strumming to add dynamics to your playing.

Performance Day: The Grand Finale! On the last day, our young rockstars will showcase their talent in a special performance for parents and friends. 

Guitars will be provided to students.

Instructor, Chris Michels, is a Northern Michigan professional entertainer, musician, and teacher. He discovered his love of music jamming with friends and has spent 25 years performing in styles from blues rock and jazz to Americana, bluegrass, and pop. Chris has also taught for 10 years and enjoys inspiring others to explore their own creativity.