Course Information

The Pre-College Guitar Program offers students from 5 to 18 years old the opportunity to study guitar through individual lessons and group interaction with classically trained professional musicians. Lessons are offered year-round.

Each student participates in one private lesson per week during the academic year - more intensive study is offered during the summer session. Students also have the option to attend one additional group lesson per week.

At the end of each semester, students will demonstrate their accomplishments by performing a recital in one of the concert halls at the Jacobs School of Music.

Objectives

The Jacobs Pre-College Guitar Program is designed to establish a strong musical and technical foundation for playing. The teaching method is very effective, with students already playing after the first lesson. Students will master the fundamentals that allow them the skills to perform any type of music, join a variety of ensembles or even pursue studies at the collegiate level.

Beginning students will acquire basic technique using familiar tunes that correspond to their age. Intermediate level students will establish a repertoire in Latin American, Spanish and classical guitar styles, as well as learn and create fingerpicking arrangements of popular tunes.

Sessions and Fees

In order to accommodate a variety of needs for parents and students an option-based method of payment is available. Please refer to the registration form for details.