Beginning Group Guitar Classes for Adults Starting in January, 2016 in Aix en Provence
Group guitar classes for beginners: for those who always dreamed of playing the guitar, but never had the time; or if you sing and want to accompany yourself, this is an opportunity for you!
You will start learning songs immediately in the first class.
Length of the Class: One Month (1 1/2 hours per week).
How many classes will be offered?
2 classes: one during the day, and the other in the evening.
How many people will there be in each class?
A limit of 8 students per class.
Do you have extra guitars if I don't already own one to use for the class?
I have two adult full size guitars available for rental (15 euros per month)
Where will the classes be held?
Presently, we are looking for a location in the Aix. The host (can alternate) will get the class free of charge.
How much is the class?
For this introductory class, I am charging 60 euros (15 euros per each session).
For more information, contact Gary Saunders.
Thursday, October 1, 2015
The 10 Top Benefits For Children Learning The Guitar
There are many benefits for children taking guitar lessons. I have identified the top 10 why choosing the guitar for your child may be one of the best decisions you could ever make.
1) Better intellectual capacity
Besides helping your child get a better grade in music class, learning the guitar can help your child improve grades in other subjects as well. Many studies have shown that students who play music have generally higher test and IQ scores than students who aren’t musical. If you’re past your school years, countless other studies have proven that practicing musicians of any age are more alert, which can lead to better memory retention.
2) Boost of confidence
It can be extremely daunting finding out what to say to someone you are attracted too. What better way to boost your ego and calm your nerves than talk about your guitar playing abilities.
3) Physical benefits
We all know playing guitar is an arm and a hand workout, but if you get your feet stomping along as well, you might be able to forego the treadmill.
4) Sense of accomplishment
While the guitar can have some of the simplest melodies to learn, it also features extremely complex arrangements. Challenging yourself to learn a difficult piece and then completing it is like very few other feelings in the world.
5) Develops discipline and patience
No one can pick up a guitar and sound like Eric Clapton or John Williams right away. Taking hours of time and practice before even making yourself listenable is a task in and of itself. By learning the guitar, the discipline and patience required are skills that you will find carry over into other parts of your life.
1) Better intellectual capacity
Besides helping your child get a better grade in music class, learning the guitar can help your child improve grades in other subjects as well. Many studies have shown that students who play music have generally higher test and IQ scores than students who aren’t musical. If you’re past your school years, countless other studies have proven that practicing musicians of any age are more alert, which can lead to better memory retention.
2) Boost of confidence
It can be extremely daunting finding out what to say to someone you are attracted too. What better way to boost your ego and calm your nerves than talk about your guitar playing abilities.
3) Physical benefits
We all know playing guitar is an arm and a hand workout, but if you get your feet stomping along as well, you might be able to forego the treadmill.
4) Sense of accomplishment
While the guitar can have some of the simplest melodies to learn, it also features extremely complex arrangements. Challenging yourself to learn a difficult piece and then completing it is like very few other feelings in the world.
5) Develops discipline and patience
No one can pick up a guitar and sound like Eric Clapton or John Williams right away. Taking hours of time and practice before even making yourself listenable is a task in and of itself. By learning the guitar, the discipline and patience required are skills that you will find carry over into other parts of your life.
6) Connecting with others
Being one of the most popular instruments, it isn’t too difficult finding others to jam with. Whether it’s a close friend, local guitar workshop, or an impromptu street session, learning a couple chord progressions will allow you to play the guitar with anyone regardless of their skill level.
7) Get Your Emotion’s Out
Feeling down? Play some blues. Feeling angry? Create a furious solo. If you are head over heals in love: play some melodic chords or phrases. The guitar is one of the best tools to release your emotions. Especially for introverts who have a difficult time expressing themselves.
8) Getting Started is Simple and Inexpensive
The cost of a beginner guitar is relatively inexpensive (100 -200 dollars or euros) compared to most instruments. The cost of lessons varies, but you can find lessons at reasonable prices individual and less for a group class.
9) Relieves Stress
It doesn’t take very long to learn a few chords and put together a song. Playing guitar is an easy way to relieve stress and these simple chords can help take your mind off any troubles you might have.
10) Create Your Own Style
The versatility of the guitar allows you to create your own style and not be abided by certain styles of playing. Funk, alternative, metal, Flamenco, jazz, soft rock, the list goes on and on for the different styles you can play. It’s not uncommon for people to bridge many genres together to create their own style of guitar playing.
Now that you have settled back into the school routine, there's never a better time to learn the guitar.
Now that you have settled back into the school routine, there's never a better time to learn the guitar.
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