Bethel High School Will Offer Two New Guitar Courses to 9-10-11th Grade Students, Beginning Next Year

BHS will be offering two new Guitar courses next school year. This pilot course will be taught by Mr. Baumer from the middle school. Any 9th, 10th or 11th grade student that is wishes to sign up for Guitar I, II or both should see or email Mr. Lawlor (lawlorg@bethel.k12.ct.us). Interested students should contact Mr. Lawlor by April 10, 2015.

 

Report by Paula Antolini

April 7, 2015 9:17AM EDT

Message to Grade 9 Parents from the Bethel Public Schools:

Please inform your son/daughter that BHS will be offering two new Guitar courses next school year. This pilot course will be taught by Mr. Baumer from the middle school. Any 9th, 10th or 11th grade student that is wishes to sign up for Guitar I, II or both should see or email Mr. Lawlor (lawlorg@bethel.k12.ct.us). Interested students should contact Mr. Lawlor by April 10, 2015.

Guitar I (Grades 9 – 12 – .5 credit)
Prerequisite: 8th Grade Guitar or approval from instructor – 1 semester

Guitar I expands upon the introductory course offered in Bethel Middle School. Class members will enhance their understanding of the guitar through the study of scales, chords and left and right hand techniques. There will be a focus on improving music literacy skills using both standard notation and tablature. Chosen repertoire will be comprised of a variety of classic and contemporary musical styles, and will take into account individual student interest. Lessons in improvisation and songwriting will also be incorporated into the class. Students must provide their own acoustic guitar (steel or nylon); a limited number of school-owned instruments will be made available to students in need.

Guitar II (Grades 9 – 12 – .5 credit)
Prerequisite: Guitar I or approval from instructor – 1 semester

Guitar II is designed for students who are interested in expanding their playing experience to include ensemble performance and the individual development of more advanced techniques. There will be a focus on finger style playing, barre chords, and alternate picking. Music literacy skills will be expanded upon through standard notation, lead sheet, tablature and transcription reading. Songwriting and arranging opportunities will also be provided. Students must provide their own acoustic guitar (steel or nylon); a limited number of school-owned instruments will be made available to students in need.

 

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