MUS 136 - Introduction to Guitar

Institution:

Ulster County Community College

Subject:

Description:

2 Credits Visual Arts, MUS, & THE Music Students are introduced to the fundamental skills of playing the guitar in a variety of musical styles and to basic information about the instrument. Intended for students with little or no previous experience, the course will stress effective playing technique, simple chords, finger strengthening and coordination, strumming, and fingerpicking techniques. Students also will learn methods of tuning their instrument, how to read standard notation and tablature on the guitar, and playing songs from"charts" and sheet music. Additionally, students will be introduced to the history of the guitar. Out-of-class practice time is required each week in order to acquire the necessary playing skills.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.SUNYULSTER.EDU

Phone Number:

(845) 687-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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