creative rote and aural learning. In addition to core guitar skills, students are exposed to a variety of musical styles and to the cultures from which those styles originated. Assessments are embedded throughout, and the integration of art, internet searches, and cross-curricular activities provides for a complete learning experience. Utilizing the unique elements in this method the student will:* Read music and play by ear* Play solos, duets, and ensembles* Explore a variety of musical styles, including flamenco, folk, traditional, classical, jazz, rock, blues, and bluegrass* Explore a variety of musical cultures* Play melodies and chords* Play with a pick and fingerstyle* Explore music theory

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