Spring 2021 Registration is Open!
GUITAR LEVEL 1 ONLINE
Ages 18+
All Are Welcome!
These classes are for anyone interested in playing guitar, whether a beginner or somewhat experienced that wants to further their skills. Using a pick, playing fingerstyle, playing and strumming chords, and using a repertoire of all musical styles makes this class fun for everyone.
This class can be repeated several times until the student (in consultation with the instructor) feels ready to move on to Level 2. If you are unsure about placement, please contact Glen McCarthy glenmccarthy@aol.com.
Students are responsible for purchasing their own Guitar Lesson Book (see requirements below).
Ages: 18+
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pm EST
Dates: Mondays, March 1 – May 3, 2021 (8 weeks)
Skip Dates: March 29 | April 5
Tuition: $228 (A $10 late fee will be added after Saturday, February 27)
Location: Zoom (Details provided in Welcome Letter)
Sample Schedule
Requirements
- Guitar For Kids – Method & Songbook by Hal Leonard
- You are expected to have your own acoustic guitar (nylon strings preferred)
- Computer, tablet, or smart phone on a tripod or table with internet access and audio/video capabilities. Please check to be sure your computer or device meets these requirements before registering for this program. All online programs require students to have, at minimum: high-speed internet access, a computer/tablet/smart phone with a built-in camera and microphone capable of running the video conferencing tool Zoom. For best performance, here are our recommended technical requirements:
- Operating Systems
macOS 10.13 or newer
Windows 10
Chrome OS
Apple iOS and Android - Computer Speed and Processor
Use a Mac five years old or newer, or other device three years old or newer, if possible.
4 GB of RAM
2 GHz processor - Internet Speed
Minimum of 1.5 Mbps download and 800 Kbps upload
- Operating Systems
PROGRAM FACULTY
Glen McCarthy
Academy Teaching Artist
Read about Mr. McCarthy
He teaches guitar classes and private lessons at the Mason Community Arts Academy. His curriculum is different for each student, “Guitar is so multi-faceted. What a student wants to learn is the cue I need to develop that student’s potential.” He also teaches class guitar at the Hylton Center to Veterans and first responders.
Mr. McCarthy retired from Fairfax County, Virginia after 30 years at Robinson Secondary School where he developed a multi-level guitar program. Robinson was the first recipient of the Guitar & Accessories Marketing Association’s award to recognize innovative guitar programming in the United States. Under his direction, the Robinson Guitar Ensemble performed in numerous venues and was consistently awarded superior ratings at adjudicated festivals.
In 2014 from over 32,000 nominees the Grammy Foundation recognized Glen as one of the top ten music educators in the United States. He continues to perform in numerous venues and genres.
- Please note that group classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not reached.
- The Academy will not be responsible for students unable to participate due to lack of technology and will be unable to offer any refunds in this event.
- Be sure to check our policies and procedures regarding registration, withdrawals, refunds, and more for fall or spring group classes.
- All students will receive a Welcome Letter via email at least 1 week before the class starts with all necessary details including class schedule, supply list, web links, etc.
- For additional information, please contact the Academy at academy@gmu.edu.
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