Updated on 2/20/12
Guitar Classes  

Students at Rocky Mountain High School have the opportunity to take a two-course sequence on Guitar. Beginning Guitar (Guitar 1) and Advanced Guitar (Guitar 2) are available both semesters and are taught by Mr. DeWitt.

Guitar 1 Course Syllabus

Guitar 2 Course Syllabus

Students enrolled in these courses need to bring the following to every class:
1. Acoustic Guitar
2. Hard Case for the Guitar - no soft bags

3. Guitar picks
4. Clip-On Electronic Chromatic Tuner
5. Extra set of strings (not required, but encouraged in case of an accidental breakage).
6. Class text (supplied)

 

GUITAR 1 ASSIGNMENTS
Week 1
  • Syllabus
  • Parts of the Guitar
  • Proper posture and hand position
  • Using a pick
  • Proper fretting technique - "Left Hand Warm-ups"
  • "Notes on the First String"
Week 2  
Week 3  
Week 4  

 

GUITAR 2 ASSIGNMENTS
Week 1
  • Syllabus
  • Parts of the Guitar
  • Proper posture and hand position
  • Using a pick
Week 2  
Week 3  
Week 4  

 

If you don't see an answer to your question, please don't hesitate to contact Mr. DeWitt by email.

Rocky Mountain High School

5450 North Linder Road - Meridian, ID 83646

Phone: (208) 350-4340 x1601 - Fax: (208) 350-4369