Acoustic Guitar Foundations

Module 1: Introduction to the Guitar

• Understanding different types of guitars (acoustic vs. electric)
• Learning guitar parts and their functions
• How to hold and tune a guitar

Module 2: Basic Chords and Strumming

• Essential open chords (C, G, D, A, E, Am, Em)
• Switching between chords smoothly
• Basic strumming techniques

Module 3: Playing Your First Songs

• Learning common chord progressions
• Playing simple songs with a few chords
• Introduction to fingerpicking

Module 4: Rhythm and Timing

• Understanding beats and counting time
• Strumming variations and patterns

• Playing along with a metronome

   

Module 5: Introduction to Melodies and Riffs

• Basic single-note exercises
• Playing simple melodies

• Introduction to tablature (TAB)

   

Module 6: Putting It All Together

• Learning a full song
• Strumming and chord transitions review
• Tips for further learning and practice