Guitar Kids Classes Great introduction to the guitar for Kids of all ages. Guitar Kids classes will run 10 weeks, each class being 40 minutes long. Classes will be split up into groups of no more than 5 children. Rockin’ Guitar Kids will be children from 3-4yrs or older beginners. Rollin’ Guitar Kids will be 5-6yrs or younger advanced players. Ages 7 and above will be taught individually or in groups of two (these lessons will be a half an hour). Classes will be designed to transition students from the guitar as a toy to a musical instrument, keeping their interest and enthusiasm at the same time. They’ll strum along with their teacher to open and close the class, work on very basic guitar theory and each week will be introduced to a great player (Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Chet Atkins to name a few). Put the “GUITAR” back in “Guitar Hero”!! Get them closer to the stage with a class that let’s them play as well as Learn. 10 week sessions are 180.00 (1st time rockers add 10.00 for the book. A We Kids Rock cd will be included with each session). Children can be dropped off and picked up or parents are welcomed to stay. Children must bring their own guitar. (Scroll down the page for most frequently asked questions) 3-4yr Spring classes will begin on Wednesday March 24, 2010 @ 3:00pm 5-6yr Spring Classes will begin on Tuesday April 6 @ 4:00pm @ The Mt. Lebanon Church in Wilmington (see schedule page for times and directions) We are also booking lessons for older children and adults. Call 888-490-0695 to book. They are 250.00 for 10 weeks plus 10.00 for books. Download a Guitar Kids Registration Form Send Completed Registration form to: We Kids Rock P.O. Box 725 Media, PA 19063 |
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What kind of guitar should my child have?
A. If you haven't already bought a guitar and are looking a half sized nylon string guitar is great
for children 3-8yrs old. The nylon strings (as opposed to steel strings) will feel better on their
fingers making it easier for the kids to play longer. There are some good ones online and at
some area music stores, follow the link below for a good example.
http://www.rhythmband.com/client/category_detail.php?id=2139
Q. My child really enjoys the game “Guitar Hero”. Does that mean he or she should have guitar
lessons?
A. Guitar Hero is a fun video game but has very little to do with actually playing a guitar! The
guitar is a musical instrument. It takes dedication and hours of practice to play the songs
featured on "Guitar Hero". That does not mean that you can’t become a really good guitar player
and still enjoy “Guitar Hero”, “Super Mario” or any other video game but the two have very little
to do with each other.
Q. I see that the session has already started. Can I still join mid session?
A. Yes, as long as there is room in the class. Individual lessons can start at any time.
Q. Can I take classes with my child?
A. Yes!! Moms and Dads, dust off that guitar you got as a present years ago, slap on some strings
and learn how to play with your child!! We have parents take classes with their children all the
time and it works great. The parents have a better sense of what the kids are working on and
practicing at home together leads to playing together.
Q. How much should my child practice?
A. 5-10 minutes a night either strumming along to a Cd or going over what we do in class is fine.
I'd rather have them play a little bit each night than play allot the night before class.
Q. What kind of guitar should my child have?
A. If you haven't already bought a guitar and are looking a half sized nylon string guitar is great
for children 3-8yrs old. The nylon strings (as opposed to steel strings) will feel better on their
fingers making it easier for the kids to play longer. There are some good ones online and at
some area music stores, follow the link below for a good example.
http://www.rhythmband.com/client/category_detail.php?id=2139
Q. My child really enjoys the game “Guitar Hero”. Does that mean he or she should have guitar
lessons?
A. Guitar Hero is a fun video game but has very little to do with actually playing a guitar! The
guitar is a musical instrument. It takes dedication and hours of practice to play the songs
featured on "Guitar Hero". That does not mean that you can’t become a really good guitar player
and still enjoy “Guitar Hero”, “Super Mario” or any other video game but the two have very little
to do with each other.
Q. I see that the session has already started. Can I still join mid session?
A. Yes, as long as there is room in the class. Individual lessons can start at any time.
Q. Can I take classes with my child?
A. Yes!! Moms and Dads, dust off that guitar you got as a present years ago, slap on some strings
and learn how to play with your child!! We have parents take classes with their children all the
time and it works great. The parents have a better sense of what the kids are working on and
practicing at home together leads to playing together.
Q. How much should my child practice?
A. 5-10 minutes a night either strumming along to a Cd or going over what we do in class is fine.
I'd rather have them play a little bit each night than play allot the night before class.