The best teaching plan for new acoustic guitar students will depend on their age, skill level, and learning style. However, here is a general framework that can be adapted to suit different students:
- Introduction: Start by introducing the parts of the guitar, how to hold it, and basic posture.
- Basic chords: Teach the basic chords such as C, D, G, A, E, Em, Am and Bm. Have students practice changing between these chords, as this is a fundamental skill for playing guitar.
- Strumming: Teach basic strumming patterns and have students practice them with the chords they have learned.
- Simple songs: Choose simple songs that use the chords and strumming patterns the student has learned. This will help them apply what they have learned in a practical way.
- Fingerpicking: Introduce basic fingerpicking patterns and have students practice them with simple melodies or chords.
- Music theory: Teach basic music theory concepts such as scales, keys, and intervals. This will help students understand the relationship between chords and melodies.
- More advanced chords and techniques: Introduce more advanced chords and techniques such as barre chords, hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides.
- Practice routines: Help students develop good practice routines that include warm-up exercises, scales, chord changes, and songs.
- Performance skills: Teach students how to perform in front of an audience, including how to deal with nerves, stage presence, and microphone technique.
Remember, the most important thing is to make the lessons fun and engaging for the student. Encourage them to practice regularly, and provide positive feedback and encouragement along the way.
